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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Scientist- Remote opportunity - **Company:** Serco - **Location:** Springfield, IL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Big Data, Databases, Data Mining, Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, NoSQL, NumPy, Tensorflow, Cloudera, Simple Data Format, SQL Databases, Unstructured Data, Data Ingestion, Pytorch, Apache Spark, Pandas, Core Data, Scikit Learn, Information Technology, Data Management - **Published:** October 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/2C6C7DD18D674CFFA8B20CE8421E06B1/job/ ## About the Role * Able to obtain a DoW Secret security clearance. * U.S. citizenship is required. * Bachelor's in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field. * 2 years of hands-on experience in data science, analytics, or applied machine learning. * Strong proficiency in Python and core data science libraries. * Experience with databases (SQL and/or NoSQL) for querying and analysis. * Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate technical insights clearly. * The ability to travel 10%. Nice to Have: * Background or coursework in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Risk Analysis. * Experience with big data tools (Hadoop, Spark, Hive, etc.). * Familiarity with government contracting or defense-related projects. * Experience developing in Cloudera Data Science Workbench (CDSW). ## Description Serco-NA is seeking a motivated Data Scientist to join our team supporting a program focused on Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM). The successful candidate will contribute to the development of data-driven insights and analytic solutions that help identify, assess, and mitigate risks in complex supply chains. Must be able obtain a U.S. Department of War (DoW) Secret security clearance. This position operates in a fast-paced environment requiring daily interaction with suppliers, government stakeholders, and industry partners. You must be a self-starter capable of independently identifying issues, analyzing complex datasets, developing actionable insights, and communicating performance outcomes to senior leadership. Working remotely, you will be on the dynamic SIB Data Team providing support to the Program Manager and DRPM SUB where you will help manage a dynamic mix of in-house development teams and third-party tool integration projects to deliver solutions that support the SIB program. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact on our military defense and safety of our sailors. Program Overview The Submarine Industrial Base (SIB) Program leads the U.S. Navy's effort to revitalize America's shipbuilding and repair capabilities. Established in September 2024, the program strengthens and expands the industrial base that builds and maintains surface ships, aircraft carriers, and submarines vital to national defense. https://www.secnav.navy.mil/rda/mib/Pages/default.aspx DRPM Subs is responsible for: * The acquisition of COLUMBIA Class Submarines, including R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E), and Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E). This program is a major defense acquisition effort with significant Congressional and OSD visibility. * The acquisition of VIRGINIA Class Submarines, including lifecycle management, T&E, LFT&E, and Fleet introduction, with an estimated lifecycle cost of ~$336B. * The SSN(X) program, responsible for next-generation fast attack submarine design and acquisition, emphasizing speed, stealth, payload capacity, and operational endurance. Serco supports the US Navy as prime for SHAPM contract supporting the acquisition of submarines and surface vessels. In this role, you will: * Develop and implement data science solutions to analyze large and complex datasets related to supply chain networks. * Designs, develops and implements the most valuable business solutions for the organization. * Apply statistical methods, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and predictive modeling to identify patterns, anomalies, and potential risks. * Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in Python leveraging data science libraries (e.g., pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlow). * Query, manipulate, and analyze structured and unstructured data from databases (SQL, NoSQL, Hive, etc.). * Support data ingestion, processing, and visualization workflows to deliver actionable insights to government stakeholders. * Prepares big data, implements data models and develop database to support the business solutions. * Present findings through reports, dashboards, and briefings to both technical and non-technical audiences. * Identifies business trends and problems through complex big data analysis. * Collaborate with a cross-functional team of analysts, data engineers, front-end developers, and subject matter experts to deliver mission-critical solutions. * Present findings through reports, dashboards, and briefings to both technical and non-technical audiences. * Interprets results from multiple sources using a variety of techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data mining independently. * Work with the SIB team, which is spread across the United States focused on workforce development/marketing, supply chain/sustainment, and technology developments. * Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. * Interact with industry and senior leadership. * Gain exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function.