Remote Data Scientist — Strategic Analytics & DoD Impact

Bah; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Data Scientist to apply advanced analytics on large, diverse datasets and to support DoD leadership with data-driven decisions. You will build scalable models, shepherd projects from scoping to delivery, and communicate results to executives.

Ideal candidates bring 6+ years in data science, strong Python/SQL skills, and experience with distributed frameworks. TS/SCI clearance is required; bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) is expected.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience with data science, statistical analysis, or quantitative research.
• 6+ years of experience with development of algorithms using Python or R in data analysis libraries (pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, or Tidyverse).
• 6+ years of experience analyzing structured and unstructured data sources.
• Experience with statistics, including hypothesis testing, regression analysis, experimental design, and uncertainty quantification.
• Experience with data management in SQL across multiple databases and data warehouses.
• Experience with large-scale datasets and distributed computing frameworks, including Spark or DASK.
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

• Design and execute statistical analyses on large, complex datasets from multiple sources.
• Develop production-quality data visualizations, plots, and dashboards for technical and executive audiences.
• Lead data science projects from scoping through delivery, ensuring analytical rigor and alignment with mission objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate strategic questions into analytical approaches and deliver actionable insights.
• Respond to ad-hoc analytical requests while managing competing priorities and deadlines in an agile workflow.
• Mentor junior data scientists and establish best practices for reproducible, well-documented analyses.
• Communicate complex statistical findings to both technical teams and senior DoD leadership.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Databricks

Spark

Python

R

SQL

Pandas

NumPy

scikit-learn

Dask

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Data Scientist to apply advanced analytics on large, diverse datasets and to support DoD leadership with data-driven decisions. You will build scalable models, shepherd projects from scoping to delivery, and communicate results to executives.

Ideal candidates bring 6+ years in data science, strong Python/SQL skills, and experience with distributed frameworks. TS/SCI clearance is required; bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) is expected.