AI Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking an AI Engineer to design and implement AI solution architectures across client projects, translating business needs into scalable technical strategies. You will mentor teammates, work with cross-functional teams, and advance our AI capabilities while aligning with security and quality standards.

You bring 2+ years in AI/ML, strong software development experience, proficiency with Python or C#/Java, and familiarity with generative AI tools.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with artificial intelligence, data science, machine learning engineering, software engineering, data research, or data analytics.
• 2+ years of experience with software development or engineering, including in an academic or professional environment.
• Experience with generative and agentic AI technologies, such as LLMs, MCP, LangChain, or LangGraph.
• Experience with a programming language, including Python, C#, or Java.
• Experience with project work in deep learning, computer vision, NLP, or signal processing.
• Knowledge of modern software design patterns, including microservice design or edge computing.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement effective AI solution architecture.
• Mentor and supervise team members as needed.
• Apply advanced technical expertise and industry knowledge.
• Develop innovative solutions to complex problems.

Skills

AI/ML experience

Software development

Generative AI tools (LLMs, MCP, LangCh

Programming languages (Python, C#, or/

Deep learning/Computer vision/NLP

Software design patterns (microservice

Security clearance

Bachelor's degree

Education

Bachelor's degree

Doctorate degree (CS or Statistics)

Tools

Docker

Job description

AI Engineer The Opportunity:

Design and implement effective AI solution architecture utilizing approaches of various AI technologies and methods to address clients' business problems and needs while complying with the company's strategies and business goals. Apply advanced technical expertise and full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction. Mentor and supervise team members, as needed.

You Have:

• 2+ years of experience with artificial intelligence, data science, machine learning engineering, software engineering, data research, or data analytics
• 2+ years of experience with software development or engineering, including in an academic or professional environment
• Experience with generative and agentic AI technologies, such as LLMs, MCP, LangChain, or LangGraph
• Experience with a programming language, including Python, C#, or Java
• Experience with project work in deep learning, computer vision, NLP, or signal processing
• Knowledge of modern software design patterns, including microservice design or edge computing
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with embedded systems programming in C, C++, or Rust
• Experience with integrating coding agents such as Cursor or Windsurf into an efficient development pipeline with measured results
• Experience with GPU programming, including CUDA or RAPIDs
• Experience with modern cloud computing technologies, including Docker
• Ability to gather requirements from customers and lead Agile teams
• Doctorate degree in Computer Science or Statistics

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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