Senior Data Scientist - TS/SCI (Stuttgart, Germany)

Location: Stuttgart, Germany
Shift Work: No (Standard Day Shift)
Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph Eligibility

About Praescient Analytics:

At Praescient Analytics, we provide cutting-edge advanced analytics, intelligence training, and technology integration to solve the world's most complex security challenges. We are looking for an analytical Senior Data Scientist to join our high-performing team in Stuttgart, Germany.

If you have a passion for data science, machine learning, and a drive to support critical national security missions, we want to hear from you.
*Relocation assistance is available.*

Position Overview:

As a Senior Data Scientist, you will leverage advanced quantitative methodologies, machine learning models, and automated Python workflows to deliver deep analytical insights. Working in a collaborative, mission-focused environment, you will prepare complex datasets, perform data quality assurance, build interactive dashboards, and conduct advanced unstructured data analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce data cleaning, basic analysis, and preparation for downstream visualization and integration.
• Perform data preprocessing, data integration, routine and complex data quality checks, and assurance.
• Develop and maintain interactive dashboards using tools like Tableau or Power BI.
• Apply AI/ML models for unstructured data analysis and integrate automated methodologies.
• Utilize Activity-Based Intelligence (ABI) tools and tradecraft, applying hypothesis testing and statistical modeling to solve complex problems.

Mandatory Qualifications (Must Have):

• Clearance: Active Top Secret (TS) clearance in DISS with current SCI eligibility.
• Polygraph: Must be eligible for a Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph.
• Education & Experience (Must meet ONE of the following):
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Data Science/Engineering, IT, Computer Science, Information Science) from an accredited college/university OR
  • 7 years of experience conducting data science support, with at least a portion of the experience occurring within the last 2 years OR
  • 11 years of specific, relevant experience without a degree.
• Technical Skills: Knowledge and practical experience using Python software and automated methodologies; hands-on experience developing dashboards with Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools.
• Core Competencies: Knowledge and experience in hypothesis testing, statistical and machine learning, training solutions, communication tradecraft techniques, and utilizing Activity-Based Intelligence (ABI) tools and tradecraft.

Desired Qualifications (Nice to Have):

• Prior experience supporting or working within the Intelligence Community (IC).

What you can expect from us:

• Real opportunity for career growth in an environment where your achievements will be celebrated
• Constant collaboration with numerous teams to ensure client success
• A team that respects and embraces your ideas and expertise
• Coworkers that are motivated by pursuing excellence, rather than the prospect of personal gain
• A workplace dedicated to supporting and bettering public safety and government agencies

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive, Company paid healthcare for you (We pay your premiums and deductibles)
• 401(k) with company match
• Travel & performance incentives
• 3 weeks paid time off (plus Federal Holidays)
• $5K annual training allowance
• $500 book allowance
• Tuition reimbursement program

Praescient Analytics is a Certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) with over a decade of expertise in advanced analytics, engineering, and DevOps, specializing in transforming complex data into actionable intelligence for informed decision-making. Since 2011, we have supported over 40 organizations across diverse domains, including military intelligence operations, financial and fraud investigations, and insider threat detection.

Our team of experts—skilled in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, DevOps, and engineering—brings deep experience in solving complex challenges. With a proven track record in federal contracting, we deliver tailored, high-impact solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency, ensure mission success, and address the evolving needs of our clients. Praescient's innovative and adaptive approach makes us a trusted partner in delivering data-driven insights and technological excellence for critical missions.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
US Citizenship Required
Interested Candidates: Please forward your resume to [email protected] and please visit our website to apply online at www.praescientanalytics.applicantstack.com/x/openings.