Data Scientist

Key Skills

Java Programming, Python Programming, C++, C Programming, SQL, Cloud computing, Scala Programming, Machine learning techniques, Data science techniques, MATLAB Programming, PyTorch, TensorFlow, R Programming

Job Description

We are seeking a data scientist who is excited about analyzing and solving national security related problems. In this role you will be empowered to:

• Work directly with customer to exploit structured and unstructured data
• Identify important and interesting questions surrounding our customer's challenges, then translate those questions into concrete analytical tasks
• Develop tools and process to help access and uncover hidden patterns in data
• Deliver analytical products in support of operational missions
• Provide thought-leadership in the area of analytics/data science 
• Identify and automate repetitive tasks

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 6+ years of prior experience with:

• Data discovery, shaping, and analysis
• Statistical and topic modeling
• Parsing and ETL
• 6+ years of experience with the following technologies:

• Front-end [Windows]: Web, BI Clients, MS Office, custom scripts
• Back-end: Web, AWS, Linux, SharePoint
• Version control: Git
• Languages: Python, R

Desired Skills:

• Experience with:

• Microsoft PowerApps
• Working on-site directly with customers
• Using technology to elicit insights
• Agile Development of tools
• Learning new tools and technologies as needed 

Clearance:

• Must currently possess an active US government Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI access within a reasonable, customer-mandated time frame. Must be willing and able to pass a counterintelligence (CI) polygraph examination

Eligibility Requirements

US Citizenship required.

Important information

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Accenture Federal Services

Accenture Federal Services is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.An active security clearance or the ability to obtain one may be required for this role. Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women. Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.