[Remote] AI Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Accenture Federal Services is dedicated to helping the US federal government enhance safety and improve lives through technology. The AI Engineer role involves building AI systems for scientific discovery, developing conversational interfaces, and designing AI agents for data processing, all aimed at addressing complex challenges for federal clients.ResponsibilitiesBuild AI systems that power a scientific discovery platform for our federal clientDevelop conversational interfaces that allow users to access complex, multi-domain scientific datasets using natural languageDesign AI agents that automate experimental data processing at scaleImplement retrieval‑augmented generation (RAG) architectures to transform decades of scientific research into actionable intelligenceCollaborate with stakeholders to solve one of the client’s 26 “lighthouse challenges” requiring faster, smarter decision-makingWork across technologies such as AWS Bedrock, Databricks, vector databases, and advanced prompt‑engineering techniquesBuild agent frameworks supporting scientific discovery in areas like subsurface geology, supply chain intelligence, and materials scienceSkillsUS Citizen or Dual citizen (Public Trust eligible)5+ years of relevant professional experienceDeep technical expertise in large language models (LLMs)Strong hands-on experience building and implementing RAG systemsAbility to work within fast-paced, cross-functional teamsReadiness to dive deep into advanced AI platforms and architecturesExperience working with scientific datasets or domain areas such as geology, materials science, or supply chain intelligenceFamiliarity with AWS Bedrock, Databricks, and vector database ecosystemsBackground in designing AI-driven scientific or research workflowsStrong prompt-engineering or AI agent–development experienceBenefitsHands-on experience, certifications, industry training and moreAccenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefitsReasonable accommodation process for persons with disabilities or religious observancesReasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of your roleCompany OverviewAccenture Federal Services is a leading US federal services company and subsidiary of Accenture. It was founded in 1989, and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.afs.com.