Data Scientist - San Diego, CA

Guidehouse•San Diego, CA

6d•$113,000 - $188,000

About The Position

The Data Scientist will perform data preparation, cleansing, transformation, and exploratory analysis; support the development of machine learning models and analytical workflows; and create reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate findings. The role also assists with testing, validation, and performance monitoring of analytical models, supports predictive analytics and forecasting solutions, and collaborates with project teams to answer operational and business questions through data analysis. The Data Scientist documents methodologies, assumptions, and analytical outputs. The position is in Data Science Consulting, based in San Diego, California, with travel required up to 10%. An active Secret clearance is required. The annual salary range is $113,000 to $188,000, with compensation decisions based on factors including skills, experience, training, clearances, licensure, certifications, and organizational needs.

Requirements

An active and maintained Secret Federal or DoD security clearance.
Bachelor's degree.
Three or more years of experience in data science, data analytics, or applied statistics.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Databricks or Palantir Foundry.
Experience developing ETL processes or automation solutions.
Knowledge of logistics, maintenance, readiness, or supply chain operations.
Experience supporting government clients.
Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform.
Experience using Python, R, or SQL.
Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik.
Understanding of machine learning and statistical methodologies.
Ability to work in Agile project environments.

Responsibilities

Perform data preparation, cleansing, transformation, and exploratory analysis.
Support development of machine learning models and analytical workflows.
Create reports, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate findings.
Assist with testing, validation, and performance monitoring of analytical models.
Support development of predictive analytics and forecasting solutions.
Collaborate with project teams to answer operational and business questions through data analysis.
Document methodologies, assumptions, and analytical outputs.

Benefits

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
Personal and family sick time and company-paid holidays.
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus.
Parental leave and adoption assistance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Basic life and supplemental life insurance.
Health Savings Account and dental/vision and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Student loan paydown.
Tuition reimbursement, personal development, and learning opportunities.
Skills development and certifications.
Employee referral program.
Corporate-sponsored events and community outreach.
Emergency back-up childcare program.
Mobility stipend.