Senior Data Scientist Consultant

Guidehouse

Data Scientist Senior Consultant helping clients maximize data value across analytics lifecycle. Supporting data management, predictive analytics, and client collaboration in a consulting role.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $113,000 - $188,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Help clients maximize the value of their data across the full analytics lifecycle, including data querying and wrangling, data visualization and business intelligence (BI), predictive analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence
Support clients in defining information strategy, data architecture, and data governance
Implement enterprise analytics and data management solutions that enable actionable insights, reduce cost and complexity, increase trust and data integrity, and improve operational effectiveness
Lead and coordinate internal teams to deliver high‑quality, client‑focused solutions
Engage directly with clients and communicate confidently about data products, analytics methodologies, and industry trends
Operate effectively in a high‑visibility, client‑facing role within a dynamic consulting environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelor's Degree is required
A minimum of THREE (3) years of experience in data science or data analytics is required
Proficiency in querying data using SQL
Experience performing statistical modeling, predictive analytics, or machine learning using Python or R
Experience integrating AI/ML solutions (e.g., LLMs, predictive models) into production applications
Ability to consult with clients to identify analytics needs and drive solutions forward
Experience leading or supporting small teams and managing client relationships

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend

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Hard Skills & Tools

data queryingdata wranglingdata visualizationbusiness intelligencepredictive analyticsmachine learningartificial intelligenceSQLPythonR

Soft Skills

client communicationteam leadershipclient relationship managementconsultingproblem-solvingstrategic thinkingoperational effectivenessadaptabilitycollaborationengagement

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree