Nakupuna Federal is looking to hire a Data Scientist to support the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)’s Transformation and Strategy Office (TSO). The project is focused on developing strategic performance measures and designing and implementing a performance dashboard. The ideal candidate will analyze, synthesize, and transform complex data, prepare big data, implement models, and develop databases to support the enterprise. A self-starter, capable of seamless work as an individual or in a team environment will be most successful in this role.

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Prepare big data, implement data model(s), and develop database(s).
• Interpret data from multiple sources using a variety of techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data mining. Identify business trends through complex data analysis.
• Collect large structured and unstructured data sets and transform into insights and compelling visuals that inform decision making.
• Partner with cross-functional team while receiving input from a non-technical client.
• Assist teammates with dashboards that visualize the organization’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and assess both operational and transformational performance.
• Support team members with building MVP dashboards through Power BI or Tableau.
• Support dashboard roll-out, testing, and integration into pre-existing government systems.

Skills/Qualifications:

• 7+ years experience in data science, data analysis, and engineering. Demonstrated fluency in data mining and statistical analysis.
• Strong background in and experience in Tableau and/or Power BI, SharePoint, Excel, SQL, and programming languages (e.g., Python).  
• Comfortable working with senior leaders and demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Critical thinking and analytical skills are a must.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and as an individual contributor on several concurrent projects.
• Strong experience compiling, organizing, and cleaning data for input into dashboards or business intelligence tools.

Education and Experience: This position requires a Bachelor’s degree, Masters degree preferred, and a minimum of 7 years of professional experience. Relevant experience must be in one or more of the following: data mining, advanced analytical algorithms, programming, data science, advanced statistical analysis, computational science, software engineering, or data engineering.

Clearance Requirements: This position requires the ability to pass an IRS-mandated background check. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Work Location: Work is performed in a hybrid environment at the government site in Washington, D.C., and at the Nakupuna Office in Arlington, VA.

Physical Requirements: The ideal candidate must at a minimum be able to meet the following physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers.
• Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.

The Nakupuna Companies are dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment while providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require special assistance or accommodations during your job application process, please contact recruiting@nakupuna.com.