Defense Data Scientist - Supply Chain Risk (Remote)

Serco; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco is seeking a Data Scientist to join the SCRM-focused team supporting DoD programs. The role is remote, with engagement across government stakeholders and industry partners. You will develop data-driven insights, apply ML and predictive modeling, and present findings to leadership.

The position requires U.S. citizenship, a Bachelor’s in a related field, and the ability to obtain a DoW Secret security clearance. Expect collaboration with diverse teams and travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Ability to obtain a DoW Secret security clearance.
• 2 years of hands-on experience in data science, analytics, or applied machine learning.
• Strong proficiency in Python and core data science libraries.
• Experience with databases (SQL and/or NoSQL) for querying and analysis.
• Flexibility to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Develop data science solutions to analyze large and complex datasets related to supply chain networks.
• Design, develop and implement valuable business solutions for the organization.
• Apply statistical methods, AI, ML, and predictive modeling to identify patterns, anomalies, and risks.
• Write clean, well-documented Python code using data science libraries (e.g., pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlow).
• Query, manipulate, and analyze structured and unstructured data from databases (SQL, NoSQL, Hive).
• Support data ingestion, processing, and visualization workflows to deliver actionable insights to government stakeholders.
• Prepare data models and databases to support business solutions.
• Present findings through reports, dashboards, and briefings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver mission-critical solutions.
• Interact with industry and senior leadership.

Skills

Python

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SQL

NoSQL

Pandas

scikit-learn

Job description

Serco is seeking a Data Scientist to join the SCRM-focused team supporting DoD programs. The role is remote, with engagement across government stakeholders and industry partners. You will develop data-driven insights, apply ML and predictive modeling, and present findings to leadership.

The position requires U.S. citizenship, a Bachelor’s in a related field, and the ability to obtain a DoW Secret security clearance. Expect collaboration with diverse teams and travel up to 10%.