Data Scientist - DoW Analytics & Palantir
Job Description
Company: BluJuniper, Inc.
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Location: Washington, D.C. | Hybrid
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Employment: Full-Time, Contract-Based Opportunity
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Contract Duration: Long-Term, 5-Year Contract
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Salary Range: $75,000–$200,000 annually, depending on experience and position level
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Experience Level: Junior, Mid-Level, and Senior Positions Available
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Security Clearance: Active Interim Secret clearance or higher required
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Anticipated Start Date: Immediate
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Position Overview
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BluJuniper is seeking Data Scientists to support advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and enterprise data initiatives for the Department of War (DoW).
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The ideal candidate has experience applying statistical analysis, machine learning, and data science techniques to complex financial, operational, or enterprise datasets.
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We are particularly interested in professionals with DoW financial management data experience or hands-on experience developing analytical solutions within Palantir Foundry.
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Experience supporting the Air Force, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), or Navy is highly desirable.
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Key Responsibilities
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· Develop statistical models, predictive analytics, and advanced analytical solutions.
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· Analyze large structured and unstructured datasets to identify patterns, trends, and actionable insights.
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· Apply machine learning, statistical analysis, and data mining techniques to complex business and operational challenges.
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· Develop dashboards, visualizations, and analytical applications.
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· Collaborate with functional stakeholders to translate business requirements into data science solutions.
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· Support data preparation, feature engineering, model validation, and performance evaluation.
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· Develop analytical workflows and applications within enterprise data platforms, including Palantir Foundry where applicable.
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· Document analytical methodologies, model assumptions, and results.
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Minimum Qualifications
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· Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline.
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· At least 2 years of relevant professional experience.
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· Experience with Python, SQL, R, or comparable analytical programming languages.
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· Experience with statistical analysis, predictive modeling, machine learning, or data mining.
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· Experience analyzing complex datasets and communicating analytical findings.
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· Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
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Preferred Qualifications
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· Experience working with DoW financial management, logistics, inventory, or operational data.
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· Experience supporting Air Force, DLA, Navy, or other DoW organizations.
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· Familiarity with Navy ERP, Air Force ERP, PeopleSoft, Oracle, or similar enterprise financial systems.
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· Direct experience developing analytical solutions within Palantir Foundry.
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· Experience with Palantir Ontology, Workshop, or other Foundry development tools.
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· Experience creating analytical applications for federal financial management or operational decision-making.
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· Familiarity with enterprise data engineering and visualization technologies.
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About BluJuniper
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BluJuniper is a woman-owned small business specializing in artificial intelligence, data analytics, optimization, and enterprise technology solutions supporting federal and commercial missions.
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We are seeking professionals across multiple experience levels to support long-term federal programs.
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BluJuniper is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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