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AI Engineer (Agentic AI) - Secret cleared

Accenture Federal ServicesArlington, VA57759672 - AFS Advanced AI
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Salary
$89K — $170,200 USD
Job type
Full-time
Experience
Mid
Posted
8 Oct 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

This AI Engineer role suits a professional with a background in applied machine learning who holds an active secret clearance and wants to build generative AI agents for federal operations in Arlington, Virginia. The position involves designing and productionizing systems that reason through complex scenarios inside a secure government cloud ecosystem.

Role Overview

Accenture Federal Services is hiring a full-time AI Engineer (Agentic AI) based in Arlington, VA. The person in this position will shape federal analytics by bringing advanced generative AI capabilities into operational environments.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, test, and refine prompts for AI agents operating in multi-agent simulation environments.
Integrate with a cloud-based generative AI platform to optimize systems for performance and cost.
Validate AI-generated outputs using statistical models and subject-matter-expert feedback.
Enhance agent reliability and realism as new use cases and mission needs emerge.

Requirements

US Citizenship.
Active Secret clearance.
Bachelor's degree in computer science, data science, or a related field, or 4 additional years of relevant hands-on work experience.
Experience in applied ML/AI engineering, including production prompt engineering or agentic system design.
Hands-on experience with large language model APIs and scaling considerations for cost and performance.
Proficiency with version control tools such as Git.
Ability to work full-time on-site in the DC area.

Nice to Have

Background in linear or mathematical optimization.
Experience with multi-agent or agent-based modeling.
Familiarity with Palantir Foundry or Palantir AIP.
Domain experience in healthcare, clinical, or defense analytics.

Skills and Tools

Git
Large language model APIs
Cloud-based generative AI platforms
Palantir Foundry
Palantir AIP
Statistical models

Salary and Benefits

Base pay range for specific locations including Virginia: $89,000 to $170,200 USD.
Benefits include hands-on experience, certifications, and industry training.

About the Company

Accenture Federal Services is a technology company within global Accenture dedicated to serving the US federal government across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. The organization employs over 13,000 people and is recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, visit the official Accenture Federal Services careers page.

Skills and tech stack

GitPalantir FoundryPalantir AIPLLM APIsPrompt EngineeringGenerative AI

Questions candidates ask

What clearance level is required for this job?

Candidates must hold an active Secret clearance and be US citizens.

Where is the job located?

The role is full-time on-site in the DC area, specifically located in Arlington, VA.

What is the salary range for this position?

The base pay range for applicable locations, including Virginia, is $89,000 to $170,200 USD.

Is a college degree mandatory?

No, applicants can qualify with a Bachelor's degree in computer science, data science, or a related field, or through 4 additional years of relevant hands-on work experience.

Does the company sponsor visas for this role?

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa now or in the future.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Accenture Federal Services careers page.

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