Data Science Practitioner

About Accenture Federal Services

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger, safer, and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company and part of global Accenture, to do work that matters in a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong, are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands‑on experience, certifications, industry training, and more.

• Develop and implement data‑driven solutions using programming languages such as Python and R
• Conduct statistical analyses, including regression, hypothesis testing, and distribution analysis, to interpret data accurately
• Design and train machine learning models using frameworks like Tensor Flow and Scikit‑Learn for predictive analytics and automation
• Perform data wrangling to clean and organize raw datasets, making them ready for meaningful analysis
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to understand business needs and deliver actionable insights

• bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a quantitative discipline (e.g., statistics, mathematics, operations research, engineering or computer science)
  * or*
• 4 years of experience in software development, cloud development, analyzing datasets, or developing descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics can substitute for a bachelor’s degree
• A PhD from an accredited college or university in a quantitative discipline can substitute for four years of experience
• 5 years of experience analyzing datasets and developing analytics
• 5 years of experience programming with data analysis software such as R, Python, SAS, or MATLAB

• Familiarity with libraries like Num Py, pandas, and advanced visualization tools
• Experience in creating impactful data visualizations and reports for stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Strong foundation in statistics and probability, including regression analysis and hypothesis testing
• Hands‑on experience with machine learning frameworks such as Tensor Flow and Scikit‑Learn
• Expertise in data wrangling to prepare raw data for analysis
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills

• Must have an active TS/SCI with polygraph level clearance

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is $120,500—$221,800 USD.

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