
University, Software Engineer
at Booz Allen Hamilton
Posted 3 days ago
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- Compensation
- $55,200 – $126,000 USD
- City
- Washington DC
- Country
- United States
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University-based software engineer role focusing on AI and ML applications. You will contribute to end-to-end software development, building production-ready solutions using Java, JavaScript/React/Node.js, PostgreSQL, Linux, and related tools. You will collaborate with clients and SMEs to understand needs, apply agile processes, and deliver impactful, scalable software across the development lifecycle.
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Job Description
The Opportunity:
As an AI software engineer, you know that good software is more than just a nice-looking interface and data. Today, you need to develop user-focused solutions that increase organizational efficiency and enable better decision-making. Booz Allen is the leading provider of AI services to the nation—we’re looking for a software engineer like you to create artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions that help solve industry and clients' toughest problems.
On our team, you’ll help create and implement complete end-to-end solutions that modernize client systems. You’ll ensure that your team’s solutions consider the broader ecosystem and operating environment as well as future functionality and enhancements. We are looking for a developer with the skills needed to build an application from vision to a production-ready system. This role is more than just coding. We need a full-stack developer who will use their passion to learn new tools and techniques and identify and implement system improvements. Using the Software Development Life Cycle, you will build modern-day technical solutions with favorable technologies, including Java, JavaScript, React, Node.js, Postgres, SQL, Linux, and COTS and GOTS software frameworks. You can analyze the needs and the environment to make sure the solution you are developing considers the current architecture and operating environment, as well as future functionality and enhancements.
You’ll work closely with your client to understand their questions and needs, then collaborate with subject matter experts and an elite group of fellow engineers to deliver impactful solutions to the client.
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You Have:
1+ years of experience designing, modifying, developing, writing, and implementing software programming applications using agile methods in academic or internship environments
1+ years of experience with software development with programming languages, technologies, tools, or web development stacks, such as Python or Scala in academic or internship environments
Experience with object-oriented programming, API development, and PostgreSQL databases
Experience with JavaScript frameworks, including React, Angular, or Node.js
Knowledge of artificial intelligence and machine learning models
Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
Scheduled to obtain a Bachelor's degree by Spring or Summer 2026
Nice If You Have:
Experience with the administration of continuous integration or continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using Kubernetes, Docker, or Jenkins
Knowledge of acquiring client requirements and resolving workflow problems through automation optimization
Ability to work with automated testing tools to perform testing and maintenance
Secret clearance
Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field
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 $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 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.
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Booz Allen is an advanced technology company delivering outcomes with speed for America’s most critical defense, civil, and national security priorities. We build technology solutions using AI, cyber, and other cutting-edge technologies to advance and protect the nation and its citizens. By focusing on outcomes, we enable our people, clients, and their missions to succeed—accelerating the nation to realize our purpose: Empower People to Change the World®.
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