Data Scientist

Haystack
Washington, District of Columbia, United StatesFull-time$77,600–$176,000Posted Sep 14, 2026

About the role

We're hiring on behalf of a Haystack partner!

The Role

  • Dive deep into data-rich environments to extract meaningful insights and answer critical client questions.
  • Develop and implement algorithms and systems using advanced data science techniques.
  • Design and develop automated analytic software and techniques.
  • Translate complex data sets into actionable intelligence that drives informed decision-making.
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and deliver data-driven solutions.

What You'll Need

  • Proven experience in data exploration, cleaning, analysis, visualization, or mining.
  • Proficiency in programming languages for data analysis such as Python, R, or SQL.
  • Experience building ETL pipelines, including API querying and data conditioning.
  • Familiarity with version control tools like Git.
  • Knowledge of statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and machine learning methods.
  • A Bachelor's degree and TS/SCI clearance.

What's On Offer

  • Competitive annual salary of $77,600 - $176,000.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and paid leave.
  • Opportunities for professional development and tuition assistance.
  • A collaborative team environment focused on using data for good.

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Responsibilities

  • Dive deep into data-rich environments to extract meaningful insights and answer critical client questions
  • Develop and implement algorithms and systems using advanced data science techniques
  • Design and develop automated analytic software and techniques
  • Translate complex data sets into actionable intelligence that drives informed decision-making
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and deliver data-driven solutions

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in data exploration, cleaning, analysis, visualization, or mining
  • Proficiency in programming languages for data analysis such as Python, R, or SQL
  • Experience building ETL pipelines, including API querying and data conditioning
  • Familiarity with version control tools like Git
  • Knowledge of statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and machine learning methods
  • A Bachelor's degree and TS/SCI clearance

Benefits

  • Competitive annual salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and paid leave
  • Opportunities for professional development and tuition assistance
  • A collaborative team environment focused on using data for good

Skills mentioned

Data AnalysisPythonRSQLETLAPI IntegrationGitStatistical AnalysisPredictive ModelingMachine Learning

About Haystack

Haystack combines AI & expert vetting to deliver world-class tech candidates who are engaged, aligned, and ready to interview. We're trusted by over 400,000+ tech candidates, working in Software Engineering, Data, Design, DevOps, Cloud, Tech Management, Testing, Product & Delivery, Architecture and more. 100s of employers from startups and scale-ups like Atom Bank, DuckDuckGo and Goodlord to established enterprises like American Express, Dunelm and AWS use Haystack to connect with qualified tech talent that they can't find anywhere else.

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