Data Science Specialist

Peraton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Parental leave

Company paid holidays

Job summary

Peraton is seeking an experienced Data Science Specialist to join our team supporting an Intelligence Community customer in McLean, VA. The role focuses on applying advanced analytics to large-scale structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data to support mission operations and informed decision making.

The candidate will leverage software engineering, data analysis, integration, and data modeling to develop analytic capabilities, working closely with government stakeholders and technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 12+ years of relevant experience; or Master's with 10+ years; or PhD with 7+ years.
• Experience analyzing structured, semi-structured, and unstructured datasets.
• Experience developing software applications using Python, Java, or C#.
• Experience with object-oriented analysis, design, and programming.
• Experience with data migration, transformation, and enterprise data integration.
• Experience with data warehousing concepts and database modeling.
• Experience using data exchange technologies such as XML, JSON, XSLT, JDBC, SOAP, REST.
• Experience designing database-driven applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent communication; able to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Analyze diverse datasets to identify entities, relationships, patterns, and trends.
• Develop software and analytic solutions to support enterprise data analysis.
• Design, develop, and maintain data ingestion, transformation, and integration processes.
• Support data migration and warehousing initiatives across enterprise systems.
• Create scripts and applications to automate data processing and improve analytics workflows.
• Perform data modeling, database design, and data quality analysis.
• Design and implement REST-based services and data interfaces.
• Use OO design and modern software development methods to build scalable apps.
• Collaborate with government customers and engineers to define requirements and implement solutions.
• Present technical findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Support multiple concurrent technical efforts in a fast-paced mission environment.

Skills

Python

Java

C#

RESTful services

Data analysis

Data integration

SQL

Analytical thinking

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics

Master's degree

Ph.D.

Tools

XML

JSON

XSLT

JDBC

SOAP

REST

Job description

About Peraton

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

About The Role

Peraton is seeking an experienced Data Science Specialist to join our talented team supporting a critical mission for an Intelligence Community customer. The successful candidate will apply advanced analytical techniques to large-scale structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data to support mission operations and enable informed decision making.

The Data Science Specialist will leverage technical expertise in software engineering, data analysis, data integration, and data modeling to develop innovative analytic capabilities supporting complex customer requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with government stakeholders and technical teams to identify meaningful relationships within data, develop scalable analytic solutions, and deliver mission-focused recommendations.

The Data Science Specialist will be responsible for the following, but not limited to:

• Analyze structured, semi-structured, and unstructured datasets to identify entities, relationships, patterns, and trends.
• Develop software and analytic solutions supporting enterprise data analysis and mission requirements.
• Design, develop, and maintain data ingestion, transformation, and integration processes.
• Support data migration and data warehousing initiatives across multiple enterprise systems.
• Develop scripts and applications to automate data processing and improve analytic workflows.
• Perform data modeling, database design, and data quality analysis.
• Design and implement REST-based services and data interfaces supporting enterprise applications.
• Utilize object-oriented design principles and modern software development methodologies to develop scalable applications.
• Collaborate with government customers, engineers, and software developers to define technical requirements and implement analytic solutions.
• Present technical findings and recommendations to government stakeholders.
• Support multiple concurrent technical efforts in a fast-paced mission environment.

Qualifications

Required

• Active TS/SCI security clearance with relevant polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or another related technical discipline with 12 years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 10 years of relevant experience; or Ph.D. with 7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience analyzing structured, semi-structured, and unstructured datasets.
• Experience developing software applications using one or more modern programming languages such as Python, Java, or C#.
• Experience with object-oriented analysis, design, and programming.
• Experience with data migration, data transformation, and enterprise data integration.
• Experience with data warehousing concepts and database modeling.
• Experience utilizing data exchange technologies such as XML, JSON, XSLT, JDBC, SOAP, and REST.
• Experience designing and developing database-driven applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex business requirements into technical solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic team environment.

Desired

• Experience supporting Intelligence Community customers.
• Experience with graph databases or graph analytics technologies.
• Experience with Neo4j or similar graph database platforms.
• Experience with enterprise software development frameworks.
• Experience with statistical analysis, data visualization, or advanced analytics.
• Experience supporting data warehouse modernization or enterprise data migration initiatives.
• Experience working within Agile software development environments.

Details

Target Salary Range: $135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.