Peraton · 6 hours ago
Data Scientist
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$135K/yr - $216K/yr
6+ years expPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. They are seeking a Data Scientist to support the NOAA AWIPS program, focusing on analyzing large datasets and developing insights to enhance AWIPS operations nationwide.
Information TechnologyRobotics
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Performs data profiling, statistical validation, and quality checks on ingested datasets to verify successful connectivity and integration of upstream data sources
Evaluates raw data feeds for completeness, consistency, schema adherence, latency, and anomaly detection during initial cloud onboarding
Supports the development of initial metadata, data dictionaries, and basic data characterization artifacts to ensure datasets are discoverable and usable in downstream processes
Conducts exploratory analysis to identify data issues, gaps, or integrity problems arising from ingestion pipelines, routing configurations, or transformation logic
Works to validate end-to-end data flows and ensure that integrated datasets meet operational quality thresholds
Participates in sprint activities related to data validation, testing, acceptance criteria development, and quality documentation
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
4 years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree
Experience with data visualization and graphical analytics tools, including Microsoft Office applications (Power BI) and Tableau
Proficiency in data science and analytics programming languages, such as Python and R
Demonstrated experience integrating, managing, and merging disparate data sources using Python, R, and/or SQL
Strong background in statistical analysis, data mining techniques, and algorithm development
Experience supporting large-scale data analytics, including MultiINT data analysis, machine learning (ML), and automated predictive analytics
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
This position is contingent upon contract award
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Health savings account
Short/long term disability
EAP
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company paid holidays
Company
Peraton
Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Thomas Terjesen
Chief Information Officer
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2025-09-25
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