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Posted January 30, 2026
BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON, INC.

AI Engineer, Senior

McLean, VA, United States Full Time
Compensation: $99,000 to $225,000 Annually
Reference: BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON, INC._R0232931

AI Engineer, Senior The Opportunity: As an experienced engineer, you know that machine learning (ML) is critical to understanding and processing...

AI Engineer, Senior
The Opportunity:

As an experienced engineer, you know that machine learning (ML) is critical to understanding and processing massive datasets. Your ability to c ond uct statistical analyses on business processes using ML techniques makes you an integral part of delivering a customer-focused solution. We need your technical knowledge and desire to problem-solve to support enabling AI and AIOps solutions to mission customers. As an ML engineer on our systems integration team, you'll train, test, deploy, and maintain models that learn from data.

In this role, you'll own and define the direction of mission-critical solutions by applying best-fit ML algorithms and technologies. You'll be part of a large community of ML engineers across the company and collaborate with data engineers, data scientists, solutions architects, and product owners to deliver world class solutions to develop, deploy, and scale AI / ML applications and workloads. Your skills and extensive technical expertise will guide clients as they navigate the landscape of ML algorithms, tools, and frameworks.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

  • 3+ years of experience supporting AI or ML workloads and data pipelines in AWS
  • Experience integrating LLMs or multimodal models into user-facing applications or workflow tools
  • Experience in natural language processing, LLMs, transformers, or Retrieval-Augmented Generation ( RAG ) architectures
  • Experience with infrastructure-as-code or standup of cloud-based infrastructure and platform services in AWS
  • Knowledge of developing ETL or ELT pipelines for structured and unstructured data ingestion into vector and graph systems
  • Knowledge of APIs, cloud functions, and deployment pipelines
  • Top Secret clearance
  • Bachelor's degree
  • DoD 8170 or 8140 IAT Level II Certification such as Security+ Certification
  • Compliant Computing Environment Certification such as AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification

Nice If You Have:
  • 2+ years of experience integrating with third-party platforms, including Collibra, Tableau, and ServiceNow
  • 2+ years of experience working with modern AI capabilities in ML, including deep learning and LLM frameworks
  • Experience with AI-assisted development such as Cursor, Cline, Windsurf, or Claude Code
  • Experience with AWS AI- related services and Model Context Protocol ( MCP )
  • Experience working with cybersecurity teams to develop and review technical documentation and security control implementation required to achieve and maintain ATO
  • Bachelor's degree in CS, Engineering, or a related field preferred ; Master's degree a plus

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; Top Secret clearance is required.

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 $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (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.

This listing expired on Feb 18. Applications are no longer accepted.

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