Data Scientist

U.S. Special Operations Command (Army); Fort Bragg (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Special Operations Command (Army) is seeking a Data Scientist GS-1560-14 at Fort Bragg, NC. The role involves designing and deploying end-to-end machine learning models, automating data ingestion, and delivering executive-level analytics.

You will guide data initiatives and mentor teams while leveraging enterprise data platforms. Preferred candidates have a strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, or computer science with hands-on experience in Python, APIs, and cloud-based tools, and

Qualifications

• Degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or related field.
• Combination of education and experience acceptable with required coursework.
• Specialized experience in deploying ML models and analytics pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deploy end-to-end ML models and analytics pipelines.
• Automate data ingestion, transformation, and analytics workflows.
• Design executive visualizations and decision-support products for leadership.
• Lead data initiatives and mentor technical teams.

Skills

Machine learning

Python

Data visualization

Analytics pipelines

Education

Bachelor's degree in mathematics / statistics / CS / data science

Combination of education and experience

Tools

Palantir Foundry

Palantir Gotham

Enterprise data fabrics

APIs / cloud SDKs

Job description

About the Position: Serves as a Data Scientist GS-1560-14 located at Fort Bragg, NC.

Who May Apply

Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 People with Disabilities, Schedule A Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible If you are a current Army employee with competitive status and would like to be considered for a Temporary Promotion, Reassignment, or Change to Lower Grade, please apply under Announcement MCGT-26-13057040-MP In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Basic Requirements for Data Scientist GS-1560-14

Degree: Mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or field directly related to the position. The degree must be in a major field of study (at least at the baccalaureate level) that is appropriate for the position.

OR Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major field of study (30 semester hours) as shown in paragraph A above, plus additional education or appropriate experience.

Specialized Experience

Specialized Experience One year of specialized experience which includes

• 1. Architecting and deploying end-to-end machine learning models, statistical solutions, and advanced analytics pipelines to solve complex operational challenges;
• 2. Automating enterprise data ingestion, transformation, and analytical workflows using modern programming languages (e.g., Python, R), APIs, and cloud/hybrid SDKs;
• 3. Designing and delivering executive-level interactive visualizations and decision-support products to communicate analytical insights to senior leadership;
• 4. Leading data initiatives, mentoring technical teams, or executing data literacy programs to drive organizational data-driven decision-making;
• 5. Utilizing, configuring, or developing workflows within enterprise data operating and ontology platforms (such as Maven Smart System, Palantir Foundry, Palantir Gotham, or comparable enterprise data fabric platforms) to integrate disparate data sources and deliver operational analytics.

Additional Qualification Requirements

In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:

Time in Grade Requirement

Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-???????13).