Senior AI Automation Engineer (Remote US)
Senior AI Automation Engineer (Remote US)
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$ 118730 - 201840
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Job Description
Please note: This role is contingent upon a contract award. While it is not an immediate opening we are actively conducting interviews and extending offers in anticipation of the award.
ICF is seeking a Senior AI Automation Engineer to support a major data modernization initiative with the Department of Transportation. This role is critical to accelerating and improving the accuracy of code development during the migration from legacy Oracle systems to a modern data analytics platform. The Engineer will lead the design deployment and continuous improvement of an AI automation sandbox that empowers engineers and developers to leverage cutting-edge AI-augmented development tools.
Job Location: This is a remote position. Occasional travel to the Washington D.C. metropolitan area may be required for key client meetings.
What youll be doing:
Architect and maintain an AI automation sandbox environment using tools such as Claude Code GitHub Copilot Agent and AWS Q.
Lead context engineering efforts to ensure relevant codebases documentation and data sources are accessible and searchable by agentic coding assistants.
Integrate and manage access to MCP servers Unity Catalog and legacy Oracle databases within the sandbox.
Collaborate with developers and data engineers to optimize workflows and ensure tool functionality.
Report to the Technical Lead and serve as a technical resource across engineering teams.
What you must have:
Bachelors degree in computer science Information Systems AI/ML or a related field.
5 years of relevant experience
Proven experience with Generative AI and LLM-augmented code development tools (Claude Code GitHub Copilot Agent AWS Q).
Expertise in context engineering and agentic frameworks beyond basic RAG applications.
Strong proficiency in Python and SQL.
Familiarity with AWS services and infrastructure for deploying and managing AI tools.
Understanding of Agile methodologies and DevSecOps practices.
Must be eligible for federal clearance and pass a background check.
What wed like you to have (preferred):
Experience with MCP servers Databricks Unity Catalog Spark and Oracle systems.
Familiarity with government data systems.
Background in large-scale data migration projects.
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider but were not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges navigate change and shape the future.We can only solve the worlds toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information please read ourEEOpolicy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available including but not limited to for disabled veterans individuals with disabilities and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodationplease emailand we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentto provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more aboutworkplacediscriminationrightsor our benefit offerings which are included in theTransparency in (Benefits) CoverageAct.
At ICF we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$118730.00 - $201840.00Nationwide Remote Office (US99)Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
