Data Scientist - Level 4

Northrop Grumman

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Boulder, CO Posted 11 days ago $156,400–$234,600 / year

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TL;DR

Northrop Grumman Space Systems seeks a Sr. Principal Data Scientist – Level 4 to join their Boulder, CO team, supporting advanced programs through statistical reporting and visualization pipelines that integrate diverse data sources. This role involves developing software using Agile methodology with Python, C++, or Rust, formulating large datasets, conducting statistical analysis, and leading technical oversight and mentoring within cross-discipline teams. The ideal candidate will have a STEM degree and 4-8 years of relevant experience, proficiency in Python and Git, familiarity with data visualization tools like pandas and matplotlib, and strong communication skills to convey complex concepts to stakeholders. Additional preferred qualifications include experience in sensing and tracking systems, multi-intelligence data fusion, machine learning application development, and technical leadership roles.

Skills

Python Git pandas matplotlib plotly dash Bayesian statistics statistical inference bootstrapping regression Agile methodology C++ Rust Atlassian JIRA Atlassian Confluence Atlassian Bitbucket Gitlab machine learning containers container orchestration

What you'll do

Develop software using Agile methodology for data analysis projects.
Create tools and prototypes using Python, C++, or Rust for data processing.
Curate large datasets from multiple disciplines for statistical reporting.
Analyze complex datasets to identify trends and assess system performance.
Lead technical oversight and mentor team members on data science projects.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM and 8 years of experience, or Master’s degree and 6 years, or PhD and 4 years.
Proficiency in Python and Git.
Experience building custom data analysis and visualization tools using pandas, matplotlib, plotly, dash.
Strong statistical analysis skills including Bayesian statistics, regression, and bootstrapping.
Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail and strong communication abilities.

Market check

Salary context

This $156,400–$234,600 range sits above 81% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$99,000–$212,850

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$126,800–$182,375

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

Northrop Grumman currently has 173 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $113,900–$170,950 across 168 roles with salary data.

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