Engineers often claim they want to build systems that matter. Here's the opportunity to back that up: continuous delivery, rigorous assessment, and production AI infrastructure that directly influences U.S. government operations. No résumé posturing. No abstract theory. Only measurable output each week, delivered under real constraints.
Gauntlet for America is a fully funded, competitive 10-week fellowship built to develop AI-native engineering talent for federal service. It operates as a high-pressure validation environment for capable engineers ready to prove they can ship and maintain production-grade AI systems where security, reliability, and tangible impact are non-negotiable.
Fellows deliver weekly, work under continuous evaluation, and collaborate with other top-tier engineers. After successfully completing the program, graduates transition into federal GS-12 engineering positions (~$150K + comprehensive federal benefits), contributing to systems that directly affect government operations.
The program spans 10 weeks: 3 weeks conducted remotely, then 7 weeks in-person in Austin, Texas. Fellows should anticipate a demanding schedule (80–100 hours/week) engineered to accelerate learning velocity, performance signal, and career trajectory.
Outcomes:
- 10+ production-ready AI systems shipped during the fellowship
- Direct placement into a federal engineering role (GS-12 equivalent, ~$160K–$200K+ depending on experience + full benefits)
- Work on high-impact systems shaping how the U.S. government builds and operates technology
- Join a network of AI-native engineers operating at the frontier of public sector innovation
If you're prepared to be measured by what you deliver — not your educational background — apply now.
AI-first remote workers.