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# Data Scientist - Simulation (Secret cleared)

- **Company:** Accenture
- **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States
- **Salary:** $89,000 - $170,200
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Scientific Computating, Palantir Foundry, Modeling and Simulation, AnyLogic
- **Published:** October 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3479358163&tx=KL5757FFI&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related field
 * Experience in statistical and simulation modeling, SimPy/AnyLogic/Mesa/SALib or similar
 * Strong Python programming skills for statistical/scientific computing
 * Ability to work full-time onsite in the DC area
 * Must have an Active Secret clearance
 * Must be a US Citizen

Preferred experience:

 * Experience with linear/mathematical optimization or operations research
 * Experience with Palantir Foundry data science tooling.
 * Healthcare or public sector domain experience

## Description

* Design and tune statistical simulation models (e.g., Monte Carlo, Discrete Event, Agent-based modeling) underlying platform scoring.
 * Build predictive and forecasting models, including time-series forecasting, to identify future operational trends.
 * Conduct uncertainty and sensitivity analyses to quantify confidence in model outputs.
 * Partner with subject matter experts to validate model assumptions and improve accuracy over time.
 * Benchmark simulation and forecasting models against optimization-based approaches to ensure model validity and cross-validation.
 * Evaluate opportunities to apply machine learning as historical data becomes available.