Data Scientist

Booz Allen Hamilton; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Financial benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Work‑life programs

Dependent care

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a Data Scientist to unlock insights from IoT, structured and unstructured data, and to apply ML/AI techniques. You will turn data into actionable information, working with clients to understand questions and deliver practical, data-driven solutions.

You will develop algorithms and data-driven systems, communicating complex results clearly and helping clients make informed decisions. This role emphasizes real-world impact and responsible AI practices.

Qualifications

• Experience with Python or R for data analysis and modeling.
• Experience exploring, cleaning, analyzing, visualizing, or mining data.
• Experience with structured and unstructured data sources.
• Knowledge of machine learning, AI, or NLP concepts.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to develop hands-on labs or guided learning materials.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data from diverse sources to derive actionable insights.
• Develop algorithms and data science systems to solve client problems.
• Collaborate with clients to understand questions and derive solutions.
• Present findings in clear, practical terms to technical and non‑technical audiences.

Skills

Python or R

Data exploration/cleaning/analysis

Structured and unstructured data

ML/AI/NLP

Communication of complex concepts

Learning materials development

Security clearance eligibility

Bachelor’s degree

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Pandas

Spark

APIs

AWS

Databricks

LLM context management

Job description

Data Scientist The Opportunity: As a data scientist, you’re excited at the prospect of unlocking the secrets held by a data set, and you’re fascinated by the possibilities presented by IoT, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. In an increasingly connected world, massive amounts of structured and unstructured data open new opportunities. As a data scientist at Booz Allen, you can help turn these complex data sets into useful information to solve global challenges. Across private and public sectors—from fraud detection to cancer research to national intelligence,we need you to help find the answers in the data. On our team, you’ll use your analytical skills and data science knowledge to create real‑world impact. You’ll work closely with your clients to understand their questions and needs, and then dig into their data‑rich environments to find the pieces of their information puzzle. You’ll develop algorithms and systems and use the right combination of tools and frameworks to turn sets of disparate data points into objective answers to help clients make informed decisions. Ultimately, you’ll provide a deep understanding of the data, what it all means, and how it can be used. Work with us as we use data science for good. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• Experience with common scripting languages such as Python or R
• Experience with data exploration, data cleaning, data analysis, data visualization, or data mining
• Experience analyzing structured and unstructured data sources
• Knowledge of machine learning, artificial intelligence, or natural language processing
• Ability to communicate complex data science and artificial intelligence (AI) concepts in clear, accessible ways for technical and non‑technical audiences
• Ability to develop structured, practical learning materials such as hands‑on labs, exercises, or guided walkthroughs aligned with modern data science and AI workflows
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have:

• 2+ years of experience with structured curricula, facilitated discussions, guided exercises, or delivering technical material in professional learning environments
• 2+ years of experience with Machine Learning, AI, or NLP
• 2+ years of experience in the development of algorithms leveraging R, Python, or SQL/NoSQL
• Experience designing or delivering training content that incorporates emerging AI capabilities, model limitations, and best‑practice considerations
• Experience integrating APIs in AI‑enabled workflows or applications, including API support for automated or LLM‑driven processes
• Experience with cloud and distributed computing systems such as AWS and Databricks
• Knowledge of prompt engineering techniques, including crafting structured prompts and managing large language model (LLM) context windows to improve output quality when working with generative AI
• Knowledge of model context protocol (MCP) concepts and how standardized context frameworks enable interoperable, plug‑and‑play AI workflows across tools and environments
• Knowledge of data processing frameworks such as Pandas or Spark
• Master’s degree

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation At Booz Allen

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

• health
• life
• disability
• financial
• retirement benefits
• paid leave
• professional development
• tuition assistance
• work‑life programs
• dependent care

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in‑person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people‑first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings. Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility. Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership’s expectations and the needs of the role. Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full‑time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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About Booz Allen

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