Jr. Data Scientist

Accenture Federal Services•Annapolis Junction, MD

8d•$90,000 - $120,000

About The Position

At Accenture Federal Services (AFS), the mission is to help the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer, and improve the lives of its citizens. AFS, a technology company within Accenture, is recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work. It offers a collaborative and supportive community where employees are empowered to grow and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, and industry training. AFS is looking for a Jr. Data Scientist to support critical national missions by transforming complex data into actionable intelligence. The role involves working in a dynamic, collaborative environment with a team of dedicated professionals to tackle challenging problems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in relevant technical field
1 year of experience programming with data analysis software such as: R, Python, SAS, or MATLAB
Experience with data visualization tools (e.g.: Tableau, Power BI, D3, etc.)
Experience with machine learning
Experience with dataset analysis
Must have an active TS/SCI with polygraph level clearance

Nice To Haves

Familiarity or experience working with AI/ML or Cyber
Experience with graph-based algorithms and analytics
Familiarity with production-level deployment of machine learning models
Experience working with large-scale or complex datasets
Knowledge of data mining techniques specific to network logs or structured metadata
Experience with cloud-based data analytics platforms
Familiarity with agile development methodologies in data science projects
Experience with automated feature engineering or model selection tools
Knowledge of data privacy and security best practices in analytics
Experience in software development
Experience in cloud development