Most engineers claim they want to build things that matter. Here's your opportunity to back that up: continuous deployment, rigorous assessment, and operational AI systems that directly influence how the U.S. government functions. No resume posturing. No academic hypotheticals. Just working production code delivered weekly, under real constraints.
Gauntlet for America is a fully funded, competitive 10-week fellowship that builds AI-first engineering capacity for the United States government. It operates as a high-pressure proving environment for seasoned engineers who want to show they can construct and maintain production-quality AI systems in settings where reliability, security, and tangible impact are non-negotiable.
Fellows deploy systems weekly, work under continuous evaluation, and train with other high-caliber engineers. After successful completion, graduates transition into federal GS-12 engineering positions (~$150K + comprehensive federal benefits), working on systems that directly affect government operations.
The program spans 10 weeks: 3 weeks conducted remotely, then 7 weeks onsite in Austin, Texas. Fellows should anticipate a demanding schedule (80–100 hours/week) structured to maximize learning velocity, demonstrated capability, and career trajectory.
Outcomes:
- 10+ production-grade AI systems delivered during the fellowship
- Direct transition into a federal engineering position (GS-12 equivalent, ~$160K–$200K+ based on experience + full benefits)
- Contribute to high-impact systems that shape how the U.S. government develops and operates technology
- Become part of a network of AI-native engineers working at the leading edge of public sector innovation
If you're prepared to be judged on what you ship — not your academic pedigree — apply now.
AI-first remote workers.