Jr. AI/ML Engineer

📋 Job Overview

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. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

🏢 About Accenture Federal Services

Accenture Federal Services is a technology company within global Accenture, recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work. We 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. 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.

🎯 The Role

We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Jr. Data Scientist/AI Specialist to join our innovative team in the Annapolis Junction, MD area. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in programming, statistical analysis, machine learning, and data preparation, ensuring effective data analysis and informed decision-making.

✅ Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement data-driven solutions using programming languages such as Python and R
• Conduct statistical analyses, including regression, hypothesis testing, and distribution analysis, to interpret data accurately
• Design and train machine learning models using frameworks like TensorFlow and Scikit-Learn for predictive analytics and automation
• Perform data wrangling to clean and organize raw datasets, making them ready for meaningful analysis
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and deliver actionable insights

📌 Required Qualifications

• Experience in software engineering in similar programs and contracts utilizing programming languages such as: C++, Python, or Go Lang
• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineer, or a related field
• Experience with at least one major agentic AI framework (e.g.: LangGraph, CrewAI, Google ADK, or similar) OR experience with AI coding agents (e.g.: Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, Cursor, or similar) as a core part of your development workflow

⭐ Desirable Experience

• Strong foundation in statistics and probability, including regression analysis and hypothesis testing
• Hands-on experience with machine learning frameworks such as SageMaker, TensorFlow and Scikit-Learn
• Expertise in data wrangling to prepare raw data for analysis
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Familiarity with libraries like NumPy, pandas, and advanced visualization tools
• Experience in creating impactful data visualizations and reports for stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment

🎁 Benefits

The base pay range for this position in these locations is $80,000 - $120,000 USD. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here.

🛂 Visa & Eligibility

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