AI Prompt Engineer

Job Title: AI Prompt Engineer Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of Travel: Local * * * CACI is currently looking for a AI Prompt Engineer to join our BEAGLE (Border Enforcement Applications for Government Leading-Edge Information Technology) Agile Solution Factory (ASF) Team supporting Customs and Border Control (CBP) client located in Northern Virginia! Join this passionate team of industry-leading individuals supporting the best practices in Agile Software Development for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). As a member of the BEAGLE ASF Team, you will support the men and women charged with safeguarding the American people and enhancing the Nation's safety, security, and prosperity. CBP agents and officers are on the front lines, every day, protecting our national security by combining customs, immigration, border security, and agricultural protection into one coordinated and supportive activity. ASF programs thrive in a culture of innovation and are constantly seeking individuals who can bring creative ideas to solve complex problems, both technical and procedural at the team and portfolio levels. The Opportunity We are seeking a highly creative, technically proficient, and detail-oriented Prompt Engineer to join our growing AI team. This pivotal role will be responsible for designing, testing, and optimizing prompts for Large Language Models (LLMs) to achieve high-quality, and reliable outputs for various use cases. You will be instrumental in translating complex requirements into effective AI interactions. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on experimentation, understands how LLMs interpret language, and is passionate about unlocking the full potential of generative AI. You will excel at developing innovative software solutions as part of a technically diverse and geographically disbursed team. A strong passion for AI technologies and experience with agile delivery and deploying software in short sprints. Responsibilities • Prompt Design & Optimization: Develop, refine, and iterate on prompts for various generative AI models (LLMs) to elicit desired behaviors, responses, and creative outputs. • Iterative Testing & Analysis: Conduct testing to compare prompt variations, analyze results drive continuous improvement. • Collaboration: Work closely with multiple groups to integrate prompts to streamline manual processes. • Research & Development: Stay abreast of the latest advancements in LLMs, generative AI, and prompt engineering techniques. • Fine-tuning & RAG Support: Provide input and collaborate on strategies for model fine-tuning and Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) to further improve accuracy. • Problem Solving: Debug unexpected model behaviors, identifying root causes within prompt structure, model limitations, or data context. Qualifications Required: • Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to pass CBP background investigation, criteria include, but not limited to: • 3-year check for felony convictions • 1 year check for illegal drug use • 1 year check for misconduct such as theft or fraud • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree). • 0–3 years of professional software development experience, internships, or relevant academic project work. • 1+ year of hands-on experience working with Large Language Models (e.g., OpenAI GPT series, Llama, Gemini) or other generative AI models. • Experience with at least one programming language (Python, JavaScript/TypeScript) • Familiarity with prompt engineering techniques (few-shot, chain-of-thought, structured outputs, function calling) • Willing to work a hybrid schedule with onsite requirements in Ashburn, VA Desired • Problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to experimentation and optimization. • Witten and verbal communication skills, with an ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving environment. • Exposure to RAG concepts, including embeddings and vector databases • Understanding of AI safety considerations (e.g., prompt injection, bias, data privacy) • Exposure to Agile/Scrum development environments What You Can Expect A culture of integrity. At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation. An environment of trust. CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resour