Washington, USA
20 days ago
Data Scientist - Language Modeler

Job Family:

Data Science Consulting


Travel Required:

None


Clearance Required:

Active Secret

What You Will Do:

Provide analytics, data science, and business intelligence support to Department of State clients.

Focus on client services, while also supporting business development, internal firm initiatives, and ongoing professional development in data science and analytics.

Identify and address client needs, build client relationships, and drive initiatives forward.

Focus on a single priority project or juggle concurrent projects.

Operate as an independent contributor or collaborate on small teams.

Write technical documentation as needed.

Manage development sprints, ensuring timely completion of tasks.

Query data from databases using SQL.

Wrangle data using Python.

Develop language models utilizing Natural Language Processing using Python and/or Large Language Models.

Build trusting relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Translate customer needs into technical requirements and present products, methods, and results to technical and non-technical audiences.

Support business development including RFP, RFQ, and RFI responses and white papers.

Continue to develop professionally and expand skills related to data science, analytics, and consulting.


What You Will Need:

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED Secret Federal or DoD security clearance

Bachelors degree in a quantitative, analytical, or computational discipline.

THREE (3) or more years of relevant professional experience.

Experience querying data using SQL.

Experience wrangling data using Python.

Experience developing Natural Language Processing models using Python.

Experience utilizing Large Language Models.

Must be willing to go to client site in Washington, DC.


What Would Be Nice To Have:

M.S. or M.A. in a quantitative, analytical, or computational discipline.

Ability to learn new technical skills.

Ability to operate independently or collaboratively in small teams.

Strong communication and presentation skills.

Ability to understand client mission, business processes, and data nuances and design tailored solutions accordingly.

Ability to operate successfully on remote, hybrid, or on-site projects in the DC metro area.

6+ years of relevant professional experience.

Experience developing machine learning models using Python.

Experience developing data visualizations and dashboards using Tableau.

Experience developing websites and web apps using Streamlit, Dash, d3.js, or JavaScript.

Experience developing websites using HTML.

Proficiency in Excel.

Experience with Congressional reporting.

Knowledge of and experience supporting Department of State.

The annual salary range for this position is $109,100.00-$163,700.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


What We Offer:

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

Benefits include:

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

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.


Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.


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Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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