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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Data Science & Analytics Engineer - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $146,000.0 - $234,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Microsoft Windows, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Systems, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Database, Cluster Analysis, Information Engineering, Data Mining, Data Presentation, Data Transport Utility, Linux, R (Programming Language), Java Database Connectivity, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Open Source Technology, Raw Data, Ruby, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Extensible Stylesheet Language Transformations (XSLT), Delivery Pipeline, Data Analytics, Restful APIs, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9083168/senior-data-science-analytics-engineer ## About the Role * Active TS/SCI clearance adjudication, and ability to pass a CI poly * Bachelor's degree relative to the position with 12+ years of relevant experience. Additional 4 years experience may be considered in lieu of degree * 3+ years working in the Data Science field. Experience using statistical computer languages (R, Python, SQL, etc.) to manipulate data and draw insights from large data * Experience in Data Analysis, data engineering and enrichment * Experience visualizing/presenting data for stakeholders * Strong testing, verification, and validation skills * Analytical and problem-solving skills * Ability to communicate complex data in a simple, actionable way * Ability to visualize data in the most effective way possible for a given project or study, * Experience with software development, either an open-source enterprise software development stack (Java/Linux/Ruby) or a Windows development stack (.NET, C#, C++). * Experience with data transport and transformation APIs and technologies such as JSON, XML, XSLT, JDBC, SOAP and REST. * Experience with machine learning, algorithm analysis, and data clustering. * Strong interpersonal skills * Strong oral and written communication skills. ## Description * Partner with mission stakeholders to identify data needs and design methods for collecting, structuring, and enriching data * Analyze operational and business data to uncover trends, patterns, and actionable insights * Develop new frameworks, tools, and automated pipelines for data collection, transformation, and integration * Work with large, complex datasets to locate signal within noise and extract meaningful information * Apply data mining, statistical analysis, and exploratory modeling to support decision-making * Create clear, compelling reports, visualizations, and briefings for technical and non-technical audiences * Correlate and connect data across disparate systems to highlight relationships and drive enterprise-level outcomes * Help steer the evolution of cloud-based data architectures and analytics capabilities within the customer environment Who You Are You are a data-driven problem solver who thrives in complex environments. You enjoy partnering with mission, engineering, and business stakeholders and can translate raw data into insights that matter. You embrace continuous learning, appreciate structured but agile environments, and excel at building tools, frameworks, and repeatable processes that scale. Why This Role Matters Your work will directly support the modernization and sustainment of enterprise business systems used by thousands across the Intelligence Community. 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