
AI & ML Engineer
at Booz Allen Hamilton
Posted 3 days ago
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- Compensation
- $77,600 – $176,000 USD
- City
- Not specified
- Country
- United States
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We are seeking an experienced AI/ML engineer to train, test, deploy, and maintain machine learning models for national security and cyber-focused missions. You will work with a large team of engineers and data scientists to apply ML algorithms and open-source models (e.g., YOLO, BERT) to develop mission-critical solutions. The role requires strong Python and containerization skills, experience taking AI/ML solutions into production, and TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph. This position is based in Chantilly, VA, United States.
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Job Description
The Opportunity:
As an experienced engineer, you know that machine learning is critical to understanding and processing massive datasets. Your ability to conduct 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 our client's cyber mission. As a machine learning engineer on our national security 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 machine learning engineers across the company and collaborate with users, software engineers, and data scientists to deliver world-class solutions to develop and deploy novel AI and ML solutions to tackle novel cyber challenges. Your skills and extensive technical expertise will guide clients as they navigate the landscape of ML algorithms, tools, and frameworks.
Work with us to solve real-world challenges and define ML strategy for our cyber national security clients.
Join us. The world can’t wait.
You Have:
3+ years of experience building and deploying AI and ML solutions into production
Experience with Python programming
Experience with object-oriented programming and best practices
Experience adapting and fine-tuning open-source models such as YOLO or BERT
Experience building applications leveraging LLMs for automation tasks such as text summarization
Experience with containerization technology such as Docker
TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
Bachelor's degree
Nice If You Have:
Experience with Reverse Engineering
Experience with vector databases such as Qdrant and relational databases such as Postgres
Experience with on-prem compute
Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph 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 $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
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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.
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