Data Scientist Junior

Doist; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SteerBridge is seeking a Junior Data Scientist to support the Marine Corps Logistics GPN program. This role assists the Senior Analyst with data preparation, scripting, and basic models to support logistics and operational decision-making in a mission-focused environment.

This early-career position offers the chance to work with DoD data, collaborate with a small data team, and develop dashboards and automated reporting using Python, R, and SQL.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 1–4 years of related experience.
• Proficiency in Python, R, or SQL.
• Experience with basic data visualization tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a technical team.

Responsibilities

• Data Preparation & Analysis: Perform foundational data preparation and cleansing to support analytics and reporting.
• Scripting & Automation: Develop and maintain scripts to automate routine data processing and queries; write SQL queries.
• Data Visualization & Reporting: Create basic dashboards and data visualizations; support reporting for stakeholders.
• Team Collaboration: Work with the Senior Analyst and other team members to support objectives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Data visualization tools

Job description

SteerBridge is a modern technology company delivering innovative, mission-focused solutions to the U.S. Government and private sector. Leveraging deep expertise in federal acquisition, digital transformation, and emerging technologies, we deliver agile, commercial-grade capabilities that accelerate operational effectiveness and drive measurable mission success. At the core of SteerBridge is our people—especially the veterans whose leadership, problem-solving mindset, and commitment to excellence elevate every project we support. We don’t simply hire exceptional talent; we cultivate it, creating meaningful career pathways for veterans, military spouses, and professionals who share our passion for advancing technology and strengthening the missions we serve.

Position Overview

SteerBridge is seeking a Junior Data Scientist to support the Marine Corps Logistics GPN program. This role supports the Senior Analyst by performing foundational data preparation, developing scripts, automating queries, and executing routine analytical models that support logistics and operational decision-making. The Junior Data Scientist will assist with preparing and analyzing data, developing automated workflows, and creating basic visualizations to support reporting and analytics. This position provides an excellent opportunity for an early-career data professional to gain experience working with Department of Defense data in a collaborative, mission-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Preparation & Analysis: Perform foundational data preparation and cleansing to support analytics and reporting. Execute routine analytical models under the direction of the Senior Analyst. Assist with validating and organizing data for analysis.
• Scripting & Automation: Develop and maintain scripts to automate routine data processing and queries. Write and execute SQL queries to extract and manipulate data. Support automation efforts to improve data collection and reporting processes.
• Data Visualization & Reporting: Create basic dashboards and data visualizations using standard business intelligence tools. Support the development of reports and analytical products for stakeholders. Assist with communicating analytical findings through clear visualizations and reporting.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the Senior Analyst and other data team members to support project objectives. Participate in data validation, quality assurance, and continuous process improvement efforts. Support analytics initiatives across the Marine Corps Logistics GPN program.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 1-4 years of related experience.
• Proficiency in Python, R, or SQL.
• Experience with basic data visualization tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a technical team and follow established analytical processes.