Senior AI / LLM / Software Grant Writer - Remote

**Company:** **BW\&CO is a dynamic consulting firm where expertise meets impact—we help biotech startups and deep\-tech companies secure millions in federal funding.** Join a team where precision matters, every project is unique, and your expertise helps transform innovative research ideas into funded realities. **Job Summary** We are seeking an experienced **Technical Grant Writer** with **specific expertise in AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and software\-driven R\&D projects**. This role is ideal for a writer who understands both the **technical depth of advanced software systems** and the **strategic requirements of federal R\&D funding programs** (e.g., SBIR/STTR, NIH, NSF, DoD). The ideal candidate has a proven record of winning competitive grants and can translate complex AI and software concepts into compelling, compliant, and persuasive proposal narratives. **Key Responsibilities** Grant Proposal Development * Research, write, and submit high\-quality federal R\&D grant proposals for AI\-, LLM\-, and software\-centric projects * Develop complete proposal packages aligned with solicitation requirements and evaluation criteria **Technical \& Scientific Writing** * Translate complex AI/ML, LLM architectures, data pipelines, and software systems into clear, compelling narratives * Articulate technical merit, innovation, feasibility, and commercialization potential **Proposal Package Preparation** * Write and coordinate all required proposal components, including: * Project narratives / technical sections * Budget justifications * Biosketches * Commercialization plans * Supplementary and compliance documents **Collaboration \& Client Engagement** * Work closely with clients, subject\-matter experts, and internal project managers to gather technical inputs * Ensure technical accuracy, narrative consistency, and strategic alignment across proposal sections **Required Qualifications** **Education** * Master’s degree required * PhD strongly preferred (Computer Science, Engineering, AI/ML, or related technical field) **Experience** * **4\+ years of professional scientific or technical grant writing experience** * Demonstrated success securing federal funding for **software, AI, or data\-driven R\&D projects** **Technical Expertise** * Strong understanding of: * AI/ML and LLM\-based systems * Software architecture and development lifecycles * Federal R\&D grant requirements (e.g., SBIR/STTR) **Writing \& Research Skills** * Exceptional technical writing and editing abilities * Proven ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to non\-technical reviewers * Skilled at identifying relevant funding opportunities and aligning proposals to agency priorities **Professional Skills** * Excellent communication and collaboration skills * Strong attention to detail and organizational ability * Ability to manage multiple proposals, deadlines, and client engagements simultaneously **Preferred Qualifications** * Experien