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- Systems Planning & Analysis
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- Data Scientist III
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**Job Title**
Data Scientist III
**Role Summary**
Seasoned analytics professional delivering advanced data science solutions for DoD/Navy operations. Designs, builds, and deploys models, ETL pipelines, and visualizations to convert complex datasets into strategic insights, supporting acquisition and operational decision‑making.
**Expectations**
- Deliver high‑impact analytic products that meet DoD acquisition standards.
- Maintain DoD Secret clearance throughout employment.
- Lead technical initiatives and mentor junior talent.
- Collaborate with acquisition stakeholders across ACAT I/II to ACAT III/IV frameworks.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Develop and implement analytics applications, transforming raw data into actionable reports.
- Design, build, and maintain ETL pipelines, APIs, and database interfaces (SQL, NoSQL, Navy databases such as Odin, NMCI, N‑ERP, Flankspeed).
- Apply machine learning, natural language processing, graph algorithms, and advanced statistical methods to large structured and unstructured datasets.
- Create dynamic dashboards and visualizations to convey insights to technical and non‑technical audiences.
- Conduct software integration, testing, and quality assurance; produce test plans and scripts.
- Align solutions with DoD acquisition processes (ACAT, AAPs, Adaptive Acquisition Framework).
- Communicate findings clearly through written reports and verbal presentations.
**Required Skills**
- Programming: Python (pandas, numpy, requests, Jupyter), R; experience with advanced analytics libraries.
- Databases & ETL: SQL, NoSQL, ETL tools, API development, web application servers.
- Data Science: ML, NLP, graph algorithms, statistical & operations research techniques.
- Data Visualization: Dashboards, reports, and storytelling with spreadsheets and visualization tools.
- Integration & Testing: Create and execute test plans, scripts, and integration strategies.
- Leadership & Communication: Strong interpersonal skills, ability to lead teams and explain complex concepts.
**Required Education & Certifications**
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, or related field.
- ≥10 years of professional data science experience, including ≥3 years supporting Navy or DoD visualization products.
- Proven experience with DoD acquisition organizations (ACAT I/II to ACAT III/IV, AAPs, Adaptive Acquisition Framework Pathways).
- DoD Secret clearance, maintainable throughout the term.