AI and Data Science Engineer II

Join Deloitte’s Government & Public Services (GPS) AI & Data practice as an AI and Data Science Engineer II. You will design, develop, and deploy scalable, secure artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) solutions using Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud services. You will help implement AI capabilities across agentic AI, conversational AI, and other use cases that support public-sector clients and their missions. Work you'll do As an AI and Data Science Engineer II on the Government & Public Services (GPS) AI & Data team, you will be responsible for…

• Develop and integrate AI and GenAI solutions using Amazon Bedrock, Amazon Q, and other AWS services.
• Build and maintain cloud-native AI workflows using AWS Lambda, Amazon Simple Storage Service (Amazon S3), and Amazon API Gateway.
• Develop prompts, orchestration logic, data-processing pipelines, and model integrations.
• Implement guardrails, security controls, and error handling for production AI solutions.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and support production readiness and ongoing enhancements.

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
• Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
• Ability to lead projects or workstreams
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to provide clear guidance to others

The team Deloitte’s Government & Public Services (GPS) practice – our people, ideas, technology and outcomes – is designed for impact. Serving federal, state, & local government clients as well as public higher education institutions, our team of professionals brings fresh perspective to help clients anticipate disruption, reimagine the possible, and fulfill their mission promise. Our AI & Data offering provides a full spectrum of solutions for designing, developing, and operating cutting-edge Data and AI platforms, products, insights, and services. Our offerings help clients innovate, enhance and operate their data, AI, and analytics capabilities, ensuring they can mature and scale effectively.

Qualifications

Required:

• 2+ Years of Experience developing and deploying cloud-based software applications.
• 2+ Years of Experience implementing application security controls, guardrails, and error handling for artificial intelligence (AI) or cloud-based applications.
• Experience developing prompts, orchestration logic, data-processing pipelines, or model integrations.
• You must reside within a commutable distance of your assigned office with the ability to commute daily, if required, without the need for overnight accommodations.
• Ability to travel 30%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Preferred:

• Experience developing solutions in Amazon Web Services (AWS), including AI and machine learning services.
• Experience with generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), large language models (LLMs), prompt engineering, or AI agents.
• Experience deploying AI solutions in regulated environments or for federal, state, local government, or public higher education clients.

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in New York City, Deloitte is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to New York City and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $102,500 to $170,900. You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.