Data Visualization Scientist / Active Secret

Peraton; Buffalo (NY); Remote; USD 86,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking an experienced Data Visualization Scientist to design, develop, and sustain data-driven solutions for RCC-E programs in Wiesbaden, Germany. You will build dynamic dashboards using Palantir, Power BI, and related platforms, and you will develop backend components in Python, R, or JavaScript.

The role focuses on scalable visualizations, CI/CD, and enterprise apps, with responsibilities spanning data models, workflows, ontologies, and user-facing tools.

Qualifications

• TESA status is required to start.
• Bachelor's degree in CS, cybersecurity, or related field with 5+ years of experience; OR an Associate's with 10+ years; OR HS diploma with 12+ years.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and sustain data visualizations using Palantir and Power Platform.
• Build dashboards, reports, and data models for stakeholders.
• Develop Python code for backend apps, APIs, and integrations.
• Maintain CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Mentor teammates and enforce development standards.

Skills

Data visualization

Python

JavaScript

Machine learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Associate's degree +10 years experience

High School diploma +12 years experience

Tools

Power Apps

Power Automate

Kubernetes

Ansible

Git

Terraform

AWS

Azure

Palantir Foundry

Palantir Gotham

Palantir Maven

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton is currently hiring an experiencedData Visualization Scientist designs, develops, integrates, and sustains software solutions that support data-driven operations, analytics, and decision-making to join our U.S. Army Europe Regional Cyber Center (RCC-E) program.

Location: Wiesbaden, Germany

Overview:

• In this role, you will join and support the U.S. Army Europe Regional Cyber Center (RCC-E) in designing, developing, automating, deploying, and supporting enterprise solutions across multiple RCC-E teams.
• The Data Visualization / Palantir & DevOps Engineer will design and build graphical representations of complex data to help technical and non-technical stakeholders understand trends, identify insights, and make informed decisions.
• The primary focus of this role is developing data visualizations using Palantir software and Microsoft Power Platform solutions.
• The role includes building and configuring solutions within Palantir platforms, including data models, workflows, pipelines, ontologies, applications, and user-facing tools, as applicable to the organization's environment.
• This position requires expertise in building scalable solutions, implementing CI/CD pipelines, automating infrastructure, integrating enterprise applications, and supporting Agile delivery teams.Responsibilities

Reponsibilities:

Data Visualization Development:

• Dashboard & Visual Creation: Build dynamic, interactive dashboards, maps, and visual reports for end users.
• Analysis & Modeling: Perform statistical analysis and/or apply machine learning models to identify hidden patterns, outliers, trends, and actionable insights.
• Data Preparation & Application Design: Define and apply enterprise standards for application design, Workshop architecture, interaction patterns, reuse, usability, and maintainability.
• Programming: Develop data manipulation and application solutions using Python, R, or JavaScript.
• Additional Programming Languages: Experience with the following is a plus:o VB.NET / Visual Basico C#o PowerShello SQLo YAMLo KQLo Bash / Shell scripting
• Visualization Tools: Demonstrate expertise with visualization platforms such as Tableau, Power BI, Palantir, D3.js, or Looker.
• Mathematics & Statistics: Apply a strong foundation in statistics, data modeling, and numeracy.
• Visualization Design Principles: Apply color theory, human perception, and layout best practices to ensure data is represented accurately and effectively and to avoid misleading visualizations.

Palantir & Enterprise Application Development:

• Build and configure solutions within Palantir platforms, including data models, workflows, pipelines, ontologies, applications, and user-facing tools.
• Establish standards for how ontology-backed applications represent business concepts.
• Ensure Actions and Functions are used responsibly and aligned with long-term product and platform strategy.
• Evaluate enterprise application opportunities and determine where solutions such as Palantir or Microsoft Power Platform applications can provide the greatest operational value and workflow impact.
• Serve as the highest-level escalation point for data visualization efforts, including design, release, usability, lifecycle, and maintainability issues.
• Mentor team members, establish development best practices, and evaluate emerging application patterns to continuously improve the application-development function.
• Complete daily development tasks, user stories, and technical assignments under the direction of the DevOps Manager.

Agile & DevOps Support:

• Work within Agile methodologies to support DevOps functions and delivery teams.
• Maintain and update existing CI/CD pipelines.
• Execute deployments and monitor system health using established GitOps workflows.
• Write clean, maintainable Python code for backend applications, APIs, and integrations.
• Support and enhance existing Python codebases in accordance with enterprise design standards.
• Troubleshoot and optimize application performance.

Infrastructure & Automation:

• Support containerized deployments in Kubernetes environments (a plus).
• Assist with infrastructure automation and environment management (a plus).
• Manage and maintain databases supporting DevOps solutions, including:o MySQLo PostgreSQLo Verticao Oracle

Security & Compliance:

• Assist in automating secure configurations for network devices in accordance with STIGs and other DoD enterprise security standards.
• Manage user roles, access policies, and authentication integrations, including:o AUDSo LDAPo SSOo SAMLo RMFo Audit support

Documentation & Change Management:

• Maintain current architecture diagrams, runbooks, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Participate in formal change-control processes.
• Document application configurations, deployment processes, workflows, and technical solutions as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Education / Experience (TESA / DoD 8140 DCWF 621):

• Must be able to achieve TESA status.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field with 5+ years relevant experience; ORAssociate's degree with 10+ years relevant experience; ORHigh School diploma with 12+ years relevant experience.

Required Certifications:

• Any Major Industry certification.

Technical Requirements:

• Minimum of 5+ years designing, building, and troubleshooting Microsoft Power Apps (Canvas & Model-driven) and Power Automate flows.
• Strong software engineering experience with Python, including OOP, testing, and API integrations.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes environments.
• Experience writing Ansible playbooks for infrastructure and network automation.
• Experience with Git workflows, including branching, pull requests, and code reviews.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Cloud experience with AWS and/or Azure.
• Familiarity with Palantir Foundry, Gotham, or Maven.
• Experience with AI/ML workflows.
• Strong understanding of secure configuration management aligned with STIGs and DoD standards.
• One or more of the following certifications: GMON; GRID; CEH; Cloud+; CySA+; GSEC; PenTest+; Security+; SSCP; CISSP-ISSAP; CISSP-ISSEP; GCIA; GICSP.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.