Data Scientist and Automation Engineer, Senior

Booz Allen Hamilton; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental & vision

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Work‑life programs

Dependent care

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a Senior Data Scientist and Automation Engineer to design advanced data workflows and scalable analytics for Navy records management. You will build automated pipelines, modernize legacy scripts, and ensure security and compliance across enterprise data processes.

You will collaborate with program managers, developers, and Navy stakeholders to analyze requirements, implement predictive analytics, and deliver data-driven solutions at scale.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with data science, analytics, or large-scale data engineering in mission environments such as the DoD.
• 10+ years of experience developing automation and analytics solutions using Python or PowerShell.
• Experience processing large data sets, optimizing ETL/ELT pipelines, and applying ML methods to mission-critical workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design advanced data workflows and scalable analytics solutions for Navy records management.
• Develop automated pipelines to modernize enterprise data processes and refactor legacy scripts.
• Collaborate with program managers, developers, and Navy stakeholders to analyze requirements and ensure security/compliance.

Skills

Data science

Automation engineering

Python

PowerShell

SQL

Testing (Pester/PyTest)

Security/compliance

Agile delivery

Legacy scripting modernization

Data-driven dashboards

Clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Pester

PyTest

GitHub Actions

Azure automation

Job description

Data Scientist and Automation Engineer, Senior The Opportunity

Do you thrive in a mission‑driven environment where modern analytics, intelligent automation, and secure data engineering directly enhance Navy readiness and operational effectiveness? We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist and Automation Engineer to support the Navy records management mission by designing advanced data workflows, scalable analytics solutions, and automated pipelines that strengthen data reliability and accelerate digital transformation. In this role, you will apply deep experience in data science, scripting, and automation, including tools such as Python, PowerShell, and SQL, to modernize enterprise data processes, refactor legacy scripts, and implement secure, high‑performance solutions that enable large‑scale records management modernization. You will collaborate closely with program managers, developers, and Navy stakeholders to analyze requirements, improve data workflows, build predictive and descriptive analytics, and ensure automation aligns with compliance and security standards. You understand that data scientists and automation engineers are central to mission success, integrating disparate data sources, applying advanced analytics, optimizing data movement, and building maintainable, resilient tools that improve decision‑making across the enterprise. You will process massive datasets, validate scripts and applications through Pester testing, build data‑driven insights, develop automation pipelines, and contribute to Agile delivery across multiple modernization initiatives. Your work will directly improve program effectiveness, accelerate digital transformation, and help the Navy establish maintainable, efficient, and secure automation capabilities. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 10+ years of experience with data science, advanced analytics, or large‑scale data engineering within mission environments such as the DoD
• 10+ years of experience developing automation and analytics solutions using scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell
• Experience processing large data sets, optimizing ETL or ELT pipelines, and applying statistical or machine learning methods to mission‑critical workflows
• Experience building and validating automation or analytics scripts with testing frameworks such as Pester or PyTest
• Experience implementing secure coding practices, role‑based access, and compliance‑aligned automation
• Experience supporting Agile delivery, backlog refinement, sprint planning, and cross‑functional collaboration
• Ability to modernize legacy scripts or codebases for performance, reliability, and scalability
• Ability to design and implement data‑driven dashboards, data quality checks, workflow improvements, and process automation tools
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with Navy enterprise systems or records management modernization initiatives
• Experience as a data scientist, utilizing advanced data analytics across a larger enterprise environment
• Experience implementing or supporting CI/CD pipelines, DevOps workflows, and automated test frameworks
• Experience with Python, R, ML, or AI analytics workflows supporting data‑driven decision‑making
• Experience with data cataloging, retention, archival, or metadata enrichment
• Experience building automation linked to M365, SharePoint, or Power Platform ecosystems
• Experience with Azure automation, GitHub Actions, or hybrid cloud scripting solutions
• Top Secret clearance
• Master’s degree
• MSFT Power Platform Certifications

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.

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

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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.

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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 $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (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.

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