Data Scientist - SME

The role

You will lead the development and implementation of advanced data science, analytics, and machine learning solutions. You will analyze large datasets and develop predictive, classification, forecasting, and optimization models to support mission objectives.

What you will do

• Lead the development and implementation of advanced data science, analytics, and machine learning solutions.
• Analyze large, structured, and unstructured datasets to identify patterns, trends, and insights.
• Develop predictive, classification, forecasting, and optimization models.
• Apply statistical analysis, experimentation, and advanced analytical methodologies.
• Develop and deploy Generative AI solutions, including Large Language Models and prompt engineering.
• Design and implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) workflows.
• Conduct data exploration, cleansing, feature engineering, validation, and model performance assessments.
• Create visualizations, dashboards, reports, and executive briefings.
• Collaborate with data engineers, software developers, AI engineers, and mission partners.
• Ensure compliance with data governance, model governance, and Responsible AI principles.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Operations Research, Economics, or a related quantitative discipline, or additional relevant experience in li
• 10+ years of experience in data science, advanced analytics, statistical modeling, or machine learning.
• Demonstrated experience developing and deploying predictive analytics and data-driven solutions in production environments.
• Strong proficiency in Python, R, SQL, and data analysis techniques.
• Experience with statistical analysis, predictive modeling, hypothesis testing, experimentation, and forecasting methodologies.
• Experience working with large and complex datasets from multiple data sources.
• Familiarity with machine learning frameworks such as Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar technologies.
• Experience with Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and AI-powered analytical solutions.
• Strong understanding of data exploration, feature engineering, validation, and model evaluation techniques.
• Proven ability to communicate complex analytical findings to executive leadership and non-technical audiences.
• Strong collaboration skills with experience working across multidisciplinary teams.
• US Citizenship with an at least Active Top Secret Clearance.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience
• Certifications
• Industry training

Before you apply

• US Citizenship with an at least Active Top Secret Clearance is required.
• Applicants must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.
• Candidates currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

About the company

Accenture Federal Services is a technology company within global Accenture that helps the US federal government. Its 13,000+ people pursue technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.