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# AI Software Engineer

- **Company:** Booz Allen Hamilton Inc.
- **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States
- **Salary:** $86,800.0 - $198,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, CompTIA Security+, System Configuration, Continuous Integration, Linux, VMware ESX Servers, Revision Control Systems, Python (Programming Language), Secure Coding, Software Engineering, Workflow Management Systems, Rust (Programming Language), ReactJS, Firewalls (Computer Science), Agentic-AI, Git, SC Clearance, Containerization, AngularJS, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Docker, Jenkins, Programming Languages
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9245276/ai-software-engineer

## About the Role

* 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.