Data Scientist

Booz Allen Hamilton; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Data Scientist to design and implement AI solution architectures for Marine Corps missions. You will apply advanced ML techniques, collaborate across teams, and mentor teammates while delivering mission-ready data solutions.

Qualifications include 2+ years in AI/ML, data analytics, or software engineering, experience with Spark/Hadoop/Databricks, and programming in Python/C#/Java.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with artificial intelligence, data science, ML engineering, software engineering, data research, or data analytics.
• Experience with software development or engineering in academic or professional settings.
• Experience with big data technologies such as Spark, Hadoop, or Databricks.
• Experience with programming languages including Python, C#, or Java.
• Ability to collaborate in a cross-functional team environment.
• Ability to develop scripts to convert data into usable formats and support data platforms.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement AI solution architectures for Marine Corps operational needs.
• Apply advanced technical expertise and industry knowledge to develop innovative ML solutions.
• Mentor and supervise team members as needed and contribute to critical solutions.
• Navigate ML algorithms, tools, and frameworks to meet client requirements.

Skills

AI/ML experience

Software engineering

Data science

Big data tech

Programming languages

Team collaboration

Data pipeline scripting

Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Spark

Hadoop

Databricks

Python

C#

Java

Job description

Join a culture of emplowerment and connectivity.

Develop your craft

Learn the skills you need to accelerate your career.

Discover benefits that your life and work.

Innovate with intention

Build mission-ready tech that protects the nation.

Design and implement effective AI solution architecture utilizing approaches of various AI technologies and met hods to address Marine Corps operational needs. Apply advanced technical expertise and full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction. Mentor and supervise team members, as needed. Contribute to the direction of critical solutions by applying best-fit ML algorithms and technologies. Help your clients navigate the landscape of ML algorithms, tools, and frameworks.

You Have:

• 2+ years of experience with artifi cia l intelligence, data science, machine learning engineering, sof tware engineering, data research, or data analytics
• Experience with sof tware develop ment or engineering, including in an academic or professional environment
• Experience with big data technologies, such as Spark, Hadoop, or Databricks
• Experience with a programming language, including Python, C#, or Java
• Ability to create solutions within a collaborative, cross-functional team environment
• Ability to develop scripts and programs for converting various types of data into usable formats and support project team to scale, monitor, and operate data platforms
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with generative and agentic AI technologies, such as LLMs, MCP, LangChain, or LangGraph
• Experience with embedded systems programming in C, C++, or Rus t
• Ability to develop and maintain scalable data stores that supply big data in forms needed for business analysis
• Ability to create sof tware for retrieving, parsing, and processing structured and unstructured data

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, 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 $77,500.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Data Scientist

The Opportunity:

Design and implement effective AI solution architecture utilizing approaches of various AI technologies and met hods to address Marine Corps operational needs. Apply advanced technical expertise and full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction. Mentor and supervise team members, as needed. Contribute to the direction of critical solutions by applying best-fit ML algorithms and technologies. Help your clients navigate the landscape of ML algorithms, tools, and frameworks.

You Have:

• 2+ years of experience with artifi cia l intelligence, data science, machine learning engineering, sof tware engineering, data research, or data analytics
• Experience with sof tware develop ment or engineering, including in an academic or professional environment
• Experience with big data technologies, such as Spark, Hadoop, or Databricks
• Experience with a programming language, including Python, C#, or Java
• Ability to create solutions within a collaborative, cross-functional team environment
• Ability to develop scripts and programs for converting various types of data into usable formats and support project team to scale, monitor, and operate data platforms
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with generative and agentic AI technologies, such as LLMs, MCP, LangChain, or LangGraph
• Experience with embedded systems programming in C, C++, or Rus t
• Ability to develop and maintain scalable data stores that supply big data in forms needed for business analysisAbility to create sof tware for retrieving, parsing, and processing structured and unstructured data
• 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, 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 $77,500.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

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, whether it occurs in person or virtually. 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 facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or 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.