Data Scientist

Guidehouse Inc. is seeking a Data Scientist to support Federal clients from an onsite location in Arlington, VA. In this role, you will use technical data science expertise to design and develop data science products and solutions, including work involving LLMs and AI/ML models in cloud environments.

What you will do

• Apply strong technical skills and a mission-focused mindset to understand client needs, identify opportunities, and design solutions for Federal clients.
• Use tools such as Python, SQL, LLMs, and platforms such as Databricks to develop data science products and solutions.
• Communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences, including leadership, to translate technical findings.
• Engage with clients to gather requirements, adapt solutions to mission needs, and drive initiatives forward.
• Support internal initiatives and business development by contributing to RFP, RFQ, and RFI responses and white papers.

Required qualifications

• ACTIVE and MAINTAINED “SECRET” Federal or DoD security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Three (3) or more years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience connecting data sources and wrangling data using Python.
• Strong understanding of statistical and machine learning (ML) methods.
• Experience utilizing Large Language Models (LLMs) and prompt engineering.
• Experience developing and deploying AI/ML models using Python.
• Familiarity with Databricks for conducting data science.
• Experience performing data science in a cloud environment such as Azure or AWS.
• Ability to support remote, hybrid, or on-site projects in the Washington D.C. metro area.

Tools and technologies

• Python, SQL, LLMs, Databricks, Azure, AWS
• Power BI, Tableau, Power Automate, Docker
• ETL/ELT, RAG, Natural Language Processing

Nice to have

• Six (6) years of relevant professional experience.
• Ability to learn new software tools.
• Ability to work independently and proactively identify opportunities to add value to the client, and drive initiatives and innovation.
• Ability to clearly communicate and present technical solutions, insights, and results to technical and non-technical audiences, including leadership.
• Experience working in Databricks.
• Proficiency in querying and wrangling data using SQL.
• Experience with Natural Language Processing.
• Experience with RAG methods and development.
• Experience containerizing AI/ML models, such as with Docker.
• Experience designing and developing ETL/ELT data pipelines.
• Experience developing data visualizations and dashboards using Power BI or Tableau.
• Experience developing solutions involving APIs.
• Experience automating processes using Power Automate.
• Experience supporting Department of State or other Federal Government organizations.

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

Additional information

• Location: Arlington, VA (onsite)
• Travel required: None
• Clearance required: Active Secret

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.