Data Scientist

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.

Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands‑on experience, certifications, industry training and more.

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.

• 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, Sage Maker, 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)

• 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

• Experience with NVIDIA NIMs, NeMo, and agentic AI frameworks (Auto Gen, CrewAI, Lang Graph)
• Knowledge of AWS cloud services
• Knowledge of advanced Dev Sec Ops  tools for security and vulnerability assessments
• Exposure to API integrations and prompt engineering

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

$140,400 - $265,300 USD

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Additionally, as an affirmative action employer for veterans and individuals with disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service members.

Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process.