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Data Scientist L3

Accenture

Annapolis Junction, MD
Full Time
Senior
140k-265k
11 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join us to do work that matters in a collaborative and caring community, where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. As a Data Scientist at AFS, you'll develop innovative approaches to glean meaning and value from large datasets, working collaboratively throughout the data-science lifecycle, creating qualitative and quantitative methods, identifying algorithms and AI technologies, employing analytic modeling, scripting, and programming to aggregate data, and sharing research results with peers and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop innovative approaches to glean meaning and value from large datasets.
  • Work collaboratively and iteratively throughout the data-science lifecycle.
  • Create qualitative and quantitative methods to characterize datasets and optimize analytical workflows.
  • Identify new or existing algorithms, machine learning, or artificial intelligence technologies to solve technical and operational problems.
  • Employ analytic modeling, scripting, and programming to aggregate data and construct usable intelligence from various data sources.
  • Evaluate, document, and share research processes and results with peers, customers, and leadership.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 12 years of relevant experience with an A.A. degree, or 10 years with a B.S., or 8 years with an M.S., or 6 years with a PhD.
  • Degree in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Statistics, Machine Learning, Data Science, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related field.
  • Experience in designing and implementing machine learning.
  • Experience with Data Science and advanced analytical algorithms.
  • Programming skills in at least one high-level language, e.g., Python.
  • Experience with data management, cleaning, transformation, mining, modeling, and assessment.
  • Knowledge of artificial intelligence and software engineering.
  • Active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with operational deployment of data science models.
  • Knowledge of federal government data systems and security protocols.

Qualifications

  • Relevant experience as specified in the requirements.
  • Educational background in relevant technical fields.

Benefits & Perks

  • Wide variety of benefits offered by the company.
  • Competitive salary range of $140,400 - $265,300 USD depending on location and experience.

Working at Accenture

Accenture Federal Services is committed to creating a culture where all employees are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. The company values diversity, innovation, and delivering results that support the missions of federal agencies and the American people. They emphasize inclusion, respect, and fostering a collaborative environment where everyone can grow and thrive.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 15, 2025
Job CategoryData Science
Salary140k-265k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceSenior

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Location

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