AI/ML Engineer, Mid

Booz Allen Hamilton; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 77,600 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking candidates to design and implement AI solutions for operational needs in Washington, D.C. Applicants should have experience in AI, data science, and software engineering. Strong skills in big data technologies and programming are essential. Mentoring of team members is expected, and a Bachelor's degree is required. This position offers competitive compensation and various employee benefits. A commitment to flexibility and a people-first culture is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Experience in AI, data science, ML engineering, or software engineering.
• Familiarity with big data technologies is crucial.
• Ability to develop scripts for data processing.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement effective AI solution architecture.
• Mentor and supervise team members as needed.
• Contribute to critical solutions using best-fit ML algorithms.

Skills

AI experience

Data science experience

Experience with ML engineering

Software development experience

Big data technologies

Programming languages (Python, C#, Java)

Collaborative teamwork

Scripts and programs development

Ability to obtain Secret clearance

Bachelor's degree

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Spark

Hadoop

Databricks

C

C++

Rust

LLMs

LangChain

LangGraph

Job description

The Opportunity

Design and implement effective AI solution architecture utilizing approaches of various AI technologies and methods to address Marine Corps operational needs. 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. Contribute to the direction of critical solutions by applying best-fit ML algorithms and technologies. Help your clients navigate the landscape of ML algorithms, tools, and frameworks.

You Have

• Experience with AI, data science, ML engineering, software engineering, data research, or data analytics
• Experience with software development or engineering, including in an academic or professional environment
• Experience with big data technologies such as Spark, Hadoop, or Databricks
• Experience with a programming language, including Python, C#, or Java
• Ability to create solutions within a collaborative, cross‑functional team environment
• Ability to develop scripts and programs for converting various types of data into usable formats, and support the project team to scale, monitor, and operate data platforms
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have

• Experience with generative and agentic AI technologies such as LLMs, MCP, LangChain, or LangGraph
• Experience with embedded systems programming in C, C++, or Rust
• Ability to develop and maintain scalable data stores that supply big data in forms needed for business analysis
• Ability to create software for retrieving, parsing, and processing structured and unstructured data
• Master’s degree

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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 application process, 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.

Work Model

Our people‑first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific 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.