Data Scientist

Guidehouse; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Flexible Benefits

Professional Development

Job summary

Guidehouse in the Washington, DC metro area seeks a data science consultant to design and deliver data-driven solutions for Federal clients. You will combine Python, SQL and Databricks to build scalable data products, and translate complex results for both technical and leadership audiences.

You'll engage directly with clients to gather requirements, support proposals, and contribute to business development, RFPs and white papers, while working in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• ACTIVE SECRET clearance required.
• Minimum of three years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience with data wrangling, analysis in Python and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Understand client needs and design data science solutions for Federal clients.
• Develop data products using Python, SQL and Databricks.
• Create clear data visualizations and dashboards in Power BI or Tableau.
• Engage with leadership and support proposals and business development.

Skills

Python

SQL

Databricks

Power BI

Tableau

Active Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Databricks

Power BI

Tableau

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 platforms such as Databricks to develop data science products and solutions. 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 clearance.Bachelor’s degreeTHREE (3) years of relevant professional experience.Proficiency in connecting data sources, wrangling data, and conducting analysis using Python.Proficiency in querying databases and wrangling data using SQL.Proficiency in developing data visualizations and dashboards using Power BI or Tableau.Strong understanding of statistical analysis.Ability to learn new software tools.Ability to work independently, proactively identify opportunities to add value, 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.What Would Be Nice To Have:SIX (6) years of relevant professional experience.Experience developing AI/ML solutions.Experience automating processes using Power Automate.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.