AI Software Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton

Arlington, VA, United StatesFull-time$86,800–$198,000Posted Oct 22, 2026

About the role

AI Software Engineer

The Opportunity:

As an artificial intelligence (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 AI and machine learning solutions that help solve the world's toughest problems.

On our team, you’ll 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.

Ready to transform systems for the better with AI technology?

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

4+ years of experience writing production-grade applications in a programming language such as Python, Javascript, Rust, or Go

2+ years of experience in a frontend framework such as React or Angular

1+ years of experience building or maintaining RESTful APIs or software interfaces

1+ years of experience designing, configuring, and implementing software systems in production environments

Experience with CI/CD tools, including GitLab CI or Jenkins, and source control systems, including Git

Experience working with Agentic AI solutions

Experience with Linux systems, networking, and containerization, including Docker or Podman

Knowledge of federal cybersecurity best practices and standards, secure coding, and compliance requirements

Ability to obtain a Secret clearance

Bachelor’s degree in a CS or Engineering field and 4+ years of experience with software engineering, or 6+ years of experience with software engineering in lieu of a degree

Nice If You Have:

Experience with AWS services and emulation environments, including LocalStack

Experience with secure on-prem deployments leveraging hypervisors, including ESXi

Experience integrating with SIEMs, firewalls, or endpoint protection systems

Knowledge of orchestration tools such as Kubernetes, including on-prem or air-gapped

TS/SCI clearance

Security+, Linux+, Kubernetes CKAD, AWS Solutions Architect, or a related Certification

Clearance:

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

Skills Assessment As part of Booz Allen’s skills first hiring process, candidates must complete the required skills assessment to ensure they meet the Basic Qualifications for this role. Candidates must complete the assessment and meet the minimum proficiency threshold to continue in the hiring process.

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 $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (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 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 Policy

AI 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 Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. 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 or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.

Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the 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.

Responsibilities

  • Build and implement end-to-end AI and machine learning software solutions.
  • Modernize client systems and account for the broader operating environment and future enhancements.

Qualifications

  • 4+ years building production-grade applications with a language such as Python, JavaScript, Rust, or Go.
  • 2+ years with a frontend framework such as React or Angular.
  • 1+ year building or maintaining RESTful APIs or software interfaces.
  • 1+ year designing and implementing software systems in production environments.
  • Experience with CI/CD, Git, agentic AI, Linux, networking, and containerization.
  • Knowledge of federal cybersecurity practices, secure coding, and compliance requirements.
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering with 4+ years of software engineering experience, or 6+ years in lieu of a degree.
  • Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Benefits

  • Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits.
  • Paid leave, professional development, and tuition assistance.
  • Work-life programs and dependent care support.
  • Recognition awards.

Skills mentioned

PythonReactREST APIsGitCI/CDAI AgentsLinuxDockerApplication SecurityKubernetes

About Booz Allen Hamilton

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H-1B sponsorship history

Historical employer filing data was found for Booz Allen Hamilton. The employer record includes 146 historical certified applications. This is employer-level history, not a guarantee that this role currently offers sponsorship.