Data Scientist - Jr.

Guidehouse Inc.; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Mobility Stipend

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Data Science professional in the Arlington, VA area with an active SECRET clearance to design and deliver data-driven solutions for Federal clients. You will work with Python, SQL, LLMs, Tableau, and Databricks to build products and automate processes.

You will collaborate with clients, translate complex findings for leadership, and contribute to proposals and white papers. A Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Active SECRET or higher security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field.
• 2 years of Data science, data engineering or data analytics experience.
• Proficiency in connecting data sources and wrangling data using Python.
• Experience in querying and wrangling data using SQL.
• Experience designing and developing ETL/ELT data pipelines.
• Experience utilizing Large Language Models and prompt engineering.
• Experience in developing and deploying AI/ML models using Python.
• Experience performing analytics and data engineering in a cloud environment, such as Azure or AWS.
• Ability to support remote, hybrid, or on-site projects in the Washington D.C. metro area.

Responsibilities

• Understand client needs and design data solutions for Federal clients.
• Develop products and solutions using Python, SQL, LLMs, Tableau, and Databricks.
• Automate processes using Power Automate where appropriate.
• Translate technical findings for technical and non-technical audiences including leadership.
• Engage with clients to gather requirements and drive initiatives.
• Support RFP/RFQ/RFI responses and white papers.

Skills

Python

SQL

LLMs

AI/ML

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Databricks

Power Automate

Tableau

Job description

Job Family : Data Science Consulting

Travel Required : None

Clearance Required : Active Secret

What 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 Tableau and platforms such as Databricks to develop products and solutions. Automate processes using Power Automate when appropriate. 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 :

• Active SECRET or higher security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field.
• TWO (2) years of Data science, data engineering or data analytics experience.
• Proficiency in connecting data sources and wrangling data using Python.
• Experience in querying and wrangling data using SQL.
• Experience designing and developing ETL/ELT data pipelines.
• Experience utilizing Large Language Models and prompt engineering.
• Experience in developing and deploying AI/ML models using Python.
• Experience performing analytics and data engineering in a cloud environment, such as Azure or AWS.
• Ability to support remote, hybrid, or on‑site projects in the Washington D.C. metro area.

What Would Be Nice To Have :

• THREE (3) years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience working in Databricks.
• Strong understanding of statistics and statistical methods.
• Understanding of Natural Language Processing.
• Familiarity with Databricks platform for conducting data science.
• Familiarity with development involving APIs.
• Ability to learn new software tools.
• Ability to work independently, proactively identify opportunities to add value to the client, 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 develop and conduct technical training.
• Familiarity with RAG methods and development.
• Understanding of AI/ML model containerization, such as with Docker.
• Proficiency in developing data visualizations and dashboards using Power BI or Tableau, applying best practices.
• Experience automating data analytics and other business processes using Power Automate.
• Proficiency using source control and collaborative development practices.
• Experience with graph analytics, network analysis, or graph data modeling.
• Relevant 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 Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back‑Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse 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.

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