Data Scientist

As a data scientist, you’re excited at the prospect of unlocking the secrets held by a data set, and you’re fascinated by the possibilities presented by IoT, machine learning, and artificial intelligence (AI). In an increasingly connected world, massive amounts of structured and unstructured data open new opportunities. Help turn these complex data sets into useful information to solve global challenges across private and public sectors—from fraud detection to cancer research, to national intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Use your analytical skills and data science knowledge to create real-world impact by working closely with clients to understand their questions and needs.
• Dig into data-rich environments to find the pieces of their information puzzle.
• Develop algorithms and systems, using the right combination of tools and frameworks to turn sets of disparate data points into objective answers.
• Help clients make informed decisions by providing a deep understanding of the data, what it all means, and how it can be used.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience with data cleansing, analysis, visualization, API connections, or data mining.
• 2+ years of experience analyzing structured and unstructured data.
• 1+ years of experience working with Python, including leveraging libraries such as Pandas or Numpy.
• Experience developing predictive data models, quantitative analyses, or natural language processing.
• Experience using cloud data tools within AWS, Azure, or Oracle.
• Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with engineering AI solutions, including accessing Large Language Model (LLM) APIs, self-hosting LLMs, fine-tuning LLMs, or implementing Model Context Protocol.
• Experience working with the War Data Platform, USAF VAULT, or Palantir Foundry.
• Experience with distributed data and computing tools, including MapReduce, Hadoop, Hive, EMR, Kafka, Spark, Gurobi, or MySQL.
• Experience writing Infrastructure-as-Code leveraging Terraform or similar tools.
• Experience working with DoW clients.
• Experience developing visually compelling PowerPoint decks and other products to support client delivery.
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• TS/SCI clearance.

Benefits

• Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care.
• Recognition awards program for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of company values.

Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.

Pay

Salary is determined by various factors, including location, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, contract-specific affordability, and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD).

Schedule

This posting will close within 90 days from the posting date.

Work model expectations:

• Remote: Generally remote, but may require occasional in-person work at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: Expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, with potential visits to customer facilities as needed.
• Onsite: Work primarily performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, collaborating directly with colleagues and customers.

For virtual work, cameras are generally expected to be on during meetings to support engagement and effective communication.