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At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.
 
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We are seeking a highly skilled AI/ML Engineer to join our team and support our client in the Annapolis Junction, MD area.

This role focuses on developing and deploying AI/ML solutions while ensuring secure, scalable, and efficient operations through automation, containerization, and cloud-native strategies. The ideal candidate is a fast learner with a passion for innovation and adaptability.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop and deploy AI/ML models, including deep learning, LLM fine-tuning, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)
• Build and manage containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes (K8s)
• Automate CI/CD pipelines for secure and efficient delivery
• Leverage AWS services like Bedrock, SageMaker, and general cloud architecture for scalable deployments
• Build secure Linux-based systems and applications, including web apps (Flask/Django) and databases (e.g., graph databases)

What you’ll need:

• Experience in Python and Linux environments
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and/or CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with and knowledge of AI/ML principles, including model development and evaluation
• Familiarity with web app development and database management

Bonus points if you have:

• Experience with NVIDIA NIMs, NeMo, and agentic AI frameworks (AutoGen, CrewAI, LangGraph)
• Knowledge of AWS cloud services
• Knowledge of advanced DevSecOps tools for security and vulnerability assessments
• Exposure to API integrations and prompt engineering

Security Clearance:

• Must have an active TS/SCI with polygraph level clearance

 

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

 

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:$140,400—$265,300 USD   What We Believe As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.   Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We believe that no one should be discriminated against