Military Hire

Data ScientistGuidehouse

  • Not-remote
  • Full-time
  • Total comp
    Expected total yearly pay with bonus and equity at target, including any base pay.
  • Salary
  • Norfolk, VA

Job Summary

What You Will Do:

  • Design, develop, and implement advanced analytical models, predictive forecasting solutions, and AI/ML capabilities that support Navy Reserve readiness, operational optimization, and mission assurance objectives.
  • Lead the development of data analytics products, dashboards, and visualization tools that transform complex data into actionable insights for executives, operational leaders, and stakeholders.
  • Apply statistical analysis, machine learning, data mining, and predictive modeling techniques to assess trends, identify risks, optimize resource allocation, and improve decision-making processes.
  • Collaborate with data engineers, architects, business analysts, and government stakeholders to define requirements, validate analytical approaches, and deliver data-driven recommendation.
  • Evaluate emerging analytics technologies, methodologies, and AI/ML capabilities to enhance enterprise data solutions and support digital modernization initiatives.


What You Will Need:

  • An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Experience developing data analytics solutions, statistical models, machine learning algorithms, or advanced analytical products in a professional environment.
  • Experience with Python, SQL, Jupyter Notebook, Databricks, R, or similar analytics and data science tools used for data preparation, modeling, and visualization.
  • Experience building predictive, prescriptive, or forecasting models and communicating analytical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.


What Would Be Nice To Have:


  • Experience in Palantir Foundry
  • Master's degree in Data Science, Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, or a related field.
  • Experience supporting Department of Defense, U.S. Navy, federal government, or mission-focused analytics programs involving readiness reporting, workforce analytics, or operational optimization.
  • Experience developing AI/ML solutions, including predictive analytics, optimization models, natural language processing, anomaly detection, or decision-support tools.
  • Familiarity with enterprise analytics platforms such as Advana, Databricks, Azure Data Services, Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, or Microsoft Power Platform.
  • Experience leading analytic workstreams, mentoring junior analysts or data scientists, and presenting technical recommendations to senior leadership and executive stakeholders.