AI/ML Engineer, Junior

Booz Allen Hamilton; Wharton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 55,200 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Work-life programs

Dependent care

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a data technician to label images, tag objects, and apply metadata to support AI model development. You will work with engineers and analysts to ensure datasets are accurate, complete, and ready for future model training.

Required experience includes labeling or annotating data, performing basic quality checks, and following detailed instructions with high accuracy. A Bachelor's degree is required and a Secret clearance may be needed.

Qualifications

• Experience labeling or annotating data, including images or objects.
• Ability to perform basic quality checks to ensure consistency and accuracy in labeled datasets.
• Knowledge of data organization practices and metadata tagging.

Responsibilities

• Label images and objects to support data preparation workflows.
• Apply metadata to labeled data to support AI model development.
• Collaborate with engineers/analysts to ensure datasets are accurate and ready for model training.

Skills

Data labeling

Quality checks

Data organization

Following instructions

Attention to detail

Learn new tools

Ability to obtain clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Annotation tools

Scripting basics

Job description

The Opportunity :As a data techni cia n, you know that high‑quality labeled data is essential for training artifi cia l intelligence systems. Your ability to recognize patterns, follow detailed instructions, and maintain consistency across large volumes of information makes you an important part of building reliable AI‑enabled solutions. We need your attention to detail and willingness to learn to support mission‑focused data preparation work.As part of our team, you’ll help prepare datasets by labeling images, tagging objects, and applying met adata that supports AI model development. You’ll grow your technical skill set as you learn how AI systems use labeled data and collaborate with engineers and analysts to ensure datasets are accurate, complete, and ready for future model training.Work with us to support real‑world missions through foundational AI data preparation.Join us. The world can't wait.You Have:Experience labeling or annotating data, including images or objects, to support data preparation workflowsExperience performing basic quality checks to ensure consistency and accuracy in labeled datasetsKnowledge of basic digital tools used for reviewing and labeling contentKnowledge of data organization practices, including categorizing and structuring informationAbility to follow detailed instructions and maintain high accuracy across repetitive tasksAbility to identify and report data inconsistencies or unclear casesAbility to learn new technical processes and tools over timeAbility to obtain a Secret clearanceBachelor’s degreeNice If You Have:Experience working with basic scripting or sof tware toolsExperience supporting teams in digital, analytical, or data‑driven environmentsKnowledge of AI concepts or how training data supports model developmentKnowledge of met adata tagging, object identification, or digital imagingAbility to learn basic scripting or automation met hods over timeAbility to collaborate with technical teammates such as engineers or analystsClearance:Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information .CompensationAt 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 $55,200.00 to $126,000.00 (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 StatementAs 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 PolicyAI 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 ModelOur people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.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 facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.Commitment to Non-DiscriminationAll 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.