Automation Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton • Ashburn, VA

7d • $86,800 - $198,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Booz Allen is seeking an Automation Engineer to develop efficient software solutions in an agile environment, from initial vision through production-ready systems. The role uses architectural approaches, open-source frameworks, and resources to address client challenges; identifies and implements system improvements; and delivers solutions that support current architecture and operating environments while overseeing future functionality and enhancements.

The position focuses on SQL-based data extraction, migration, structuring, and bot transaction logs; scalable automation environments in cloud ecosystems such as AWS; and Python scripting and utilities that extend traditional RPA capabilities. It also involves container deployment pipelines, Docker, GitOps workflows, and work across enterprise IT environments.

The position is located in Ashburn, Virginia, and is not remote. Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet U.S. government client eligibility requirements. Candidates must complete a required skills assessment and meet its minimum proficiency threshold to continue in the hiring process. The projected annualized compensation range is $86,800 to $198,000, depending on factors including location, qualifications, experience, and organizational requirements.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in SQL for data extraction, migration, structuring, and setting up bot transaction logs.
• 5+ years of experience designing and managing scalable automation environments within cloud ecosystems, including AWS and using EC2, VPC, S3, and IAM for secure resource boundary management.
• 3+ years of experience with Python for data manipulation, file handling, backend system scripting, and building custom utility libraries to extend traditional RPA capabilities.
• Knowledge of setting up container deployment pipelines, building and pushing Docker containers to container registries, and managing declarative deployments via GitOps workflows.
• Knowledge of enterprise IT environments, virtual machines, cloud and on-premise servers, network firewalls, and credential management.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree or 8+ years of experience in software development in lieu of a degree.
• Applicants selected are subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client.
• Must complete the required skills assessment and meet the minimum proficiency threshold to continue in the hiring process.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Experience with Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft products, Microsoft Windows Server, or Microsoft SQL Server.
• Knowledge of relational databases and managing data connections.
• Knowledge of shell scripting and automation.
• Knowledge of DevOps, continuous integration, and continuous deployment.
• Ability to develop detailed program specifications and programs for software components.
• Ability to debug, troubleshoot, monitor, and maintain application code operation.

Responsibilities

• Develop software solutions from initial vision through production-ready systems.
• Identify and implement system improvements.
• Code and deliver solutions supporting the current architecture and operating environment.
• Oversee future functionality and enhancements.
• Use SQL for data extraction, migration, structuring, and setting up bot transaction logs.
• Design and manage scalable automation environments in cloud ecosystems, including AWS.
• Use Python for data manipulation, file handling, backend scripting, and custom utility libraries to extend RPA capabilities.
• Set up container deployment pipelines, build and push Docker containers to container registries, and manage declarative deployments through GitOps workflows.

Benefits

• Health, life, and disability benefits.
• Financial and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave.
• Professional development.
• Tuition assistance.
• Work-life programs.
• Dependent care.
• Recognition awards for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of company values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level