Software Engineer, DevOps, AI Engineer (Applied​/Software)

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As a lead software engineer, you will resolve problems with end‑to‑end solutions in a fast and agile environment. If you’re looking for the chance to not just develop software, but to help create a solution that will make a difference, we need you on our team. We’re looking for an engineer with the skills to develop software and systems from vision to production‑ready.

Beyond coding, you will lead a team of software engineers to help them develop professionally, review their work, and provide suggestions for improvement. You’ll partner with customers to overcome their most difficult challenges at the edge, using the latest architectural approaches, tools, and technologies. Your work will ensure that solutions consider the current architecture and operating environment, as well as future functionality and enhancements.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience with software engineering using low‑level system languages such as Rust, C, C++, Java, or Go, and high‑level scripting languages such as Python or Bash.
• Experience building and operating a revenue‑generating application or service.
• Experience designing architecture and containerized services with Kubernetes across cloud and on‑premises environments.
• Experience with AI‑assisted software development tools and practices, including Spec‑Driven Development, copilots, automated tests, or secure‑by‑design patterns, to increase delivery velocity responsibly.
• Experience developing software within an Agile framework and Dev Sec Ops  infrastructure as part of a CI/CD pipeline.
• Knowledge of authentication, authorization, and security best practices, and networking fundamentals, protocols, and routing.
• Knowledge of modern hypervisors such as KVM, virtualization, containerization, resource management, and security isolation.
• Ability to display a personal or professional Git Hub profile demonstrating projects.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in CS or Engineering and 5+ years of experience in software development, or 7+ years of experience in software development in lieu of a degree.

Nice If You Have:

• Experience providing technical leadership to small teams of junior developers.
• Experience with code quality and static analysis tools.
• Experience with secure coding practices and vulnerability remediation.
• Experience with cloud‑to‑edge or tactical edge systems.
• Knowledge of Systems Modeling Language (SysML), DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF), and Unified Architecture Framework (UAF).
• Master’s degree.

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. 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.

Salary is determined by various factors and the projected compensation range for this position is $86,900.00 to $ (annualized USD). This posting will close within 90 days from the posting date.

Identity Statement

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 part of our daily work, but the use of artificial intelligence or other tools to assist with responses during interviews is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

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.