Data Scientist

Booz Allen Hamilton

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Locations Fort Meade, Maryland, US Posted 62 days ago $77,600–$176,000 / year

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TL;DR

We are seeking a seasoned Data Scientist to join our team dedicated to solving complex management and operational challenges through advanced analytical techniques. In this role, you will conduct in-depth analyses using Operations Research methods to provide actionable insights that drive decision-making processes. Your day-to-day responsibilities include developing optimization models, conducting simulations, and leveraging scientific methodologies to enhance both qualitative and quantitative analysis. Ideal candidates possess extensive experience with R or Python and a strong background in statistics, operations research, or advanced mathematics. Familiarity with large-scale datasets and the ability to apply optimization techniques are highly valued. This role offers an opportunity to work on impactful projects that address real-world business problems at scale.

Skills

R Python CI/CD

What you'll do

Conduct analyses of management and operational problems using advanced mathematical techniques.
Inform qualitative and quantitative analyses through the application of scientific methods.
Utilize R or Python for data analysis and problem-solving.
Develop optimization and simulation models to enhance decision-making processes.
Analyze large-scale datasets to derive meaningful insights and solutions.

What we're looking for

5+ years of experience in statistics, operations research, or advanced mathematics.
Proficient in conducting analyses using OR techniques for management and operational problems.
Experience with R or Python programming languages.
Ability to use scientific methods for qualitative and quantitative analysis.
Bachelor's degree required; Master’s preferred in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, or Data Science.

Market check

Salary context

This $77,600–$176,000 range sits above 35% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$99,000–$215,500

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$126,800–$183,401

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen Hamilton is a management and technology consulting firm that provides analytics, digital, engineering, and cybersecurity solutions primarily to U.S. government agencies and commercial clients. Industry: Management & Technology Consulting

Booz Allen Hamilton currently has 629 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $86,800–$198,000 across 616 roles with salary data.

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