Data Scientist

Guidehouse; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Guidehouse in Arlington, VA is seeking a data science consultant to design and deliver AI/ML solutions for Federal clients. You will combine Python, SQL, LLMs, and Databricks to build products, automate workflows with Power Automate, and present findings to leadership.

You will work directly with clients to gather requirements, support RFP responses, and contribute to business development, while leveraging cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS.

Qualifications

• ACTIVE and MAINTAINED Secret clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in data science and analytics.
• Experience connecting data sources and wrangling data with Python.
• Experience querying and wrangling data with SQL.

Responsibilities

• Apply technical skills to understand client needs and design solutions for Federal clients.
• Leverage Python, SQL, LLMs, Tableau and Databricks to develop products and solutions.
• Automate processes using Power Automate when appropriate.
• Communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, including leadership.
• Engage with clients to gather requirements and drive initiatives forward.
• Support internal initiatives and business development including RFP/RFQ/RFI responses and white papers.

Skills

Python

SQL

LLMs

Tableau

Power BI

Databricks

Prompt engineering

Cloud (Azure/AWS)

Data wrangling

ETL/ELT

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Databricks

Power Automate

Tableau

Power BI

Azure

AWS

Git

Job description

Job Family:Data Science ConsultingTravel Required:NoneClearance Required:Active SecretWhat You Will Do:Apply strong technical skills and a mission‑focused mindset to understand client needs, identify opportunities, and design solutions for Federal clients. Leverage tools such as Python, SQL, LLMs, and Tableau and platforms such as Databricks to develop products and solutions. Automate processes using Power Automate when appropriate. Communicate clearly to translate technical findings for both technical and non‑technical audiences, including leadership. Engage directly with clients to gather requirements, adapt solutions to mission needs, and drive initiatives forward. Support internal initiatives and business development including RFP, RFQ, and RFI responses and white papers.What You Will Need:An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearanceBachelor’s degreeTHREE (3) or more years of experience.Experience in connecting data sources and wrangling data using Python.Experience in querying and wrangling data using SQL.Experience designing and developing ETL/ELT data pipelines.Experience utilizing Large Language Models and prompt engineering.Experience in developing and deploying AI/ML models using Python.Experience performing analytics and data engineering in a cloud environment, such as Azure or AWS.What Would Be Nice To Have:Experience working in Databricks.Ability to work independently, proactively identify opportunities to add value to the client, and drive initiatives and innovation.Ability to clearly communicate and present technical solutions, insights, and results to technical and non-technical audiences, including leadership.Ability to support remote, hybrid, or on-site projects in the Washington D.C. metro area.Familiarity with Databricks platform for conducting data science.Familiarity with development involving APIs.Ability to learn new software tools.Understanding of Natural Language Processing.Strong understanding of statistics and statistical methods.Familiarity with RAG methods and development.Understanding of AI/ML model containerization, such as with Docker.Proficiency in developing data visualizations and dashboards using Power BI or Tableau, applying best practices.Experience automating data analytics and other business processes using Power Automate.Proficiency using source control and collaborative development practices.Experience with graph analytics, network analysis, or graph data modeling.Relevant experience supporting Department of State or other Federal Government organizations.What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or [e-mail]. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact [e-mail]. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.