Peregrine is a dynamic, client-focused, data-oriented strategy startup. We are looking for a highly coachable, learning-oriented individual. We will provide extensive onboarding support to ensure a smooth transition into the position. Peregrine will also provide sponsored opportunities to access Strategy-oriented on-the-job training and professional development support. 

Data Scientist 

Peregrine Advisors Benefit Inc. (Peregrine) is seeking a Data Scientist to support our engagement with a leading government agency based in Washington D.C. This position will be embedded directly with client staff and will support senior leadership along with a high-performing team of data scientists, data security experts, data architects, and strategists using a range of different approaches to solve complex, real-world problems. This role requires a combination of technical strength, organizational ability, client focus, and strategic understanding. Tasks for this position may range from supporting high-level data strategy formulation to hands-on implementation and program support, especially to advance enterprise-level data initiatives. 

Peregrine is a public benefit corporation committed to improving social value in everything we do. We  hire based on potential, not experience, and welcome individuals who are looking to pivot into the data profession. Given the dynamic nature of our business, we seek individuals who can perform at a high  level of effectiveness in a variety of roles. If you are a self-starter with a can-do attitude, excellent  communication skills, and a strong desire to learn and make the world better, we encourage you to  apply. We will provide extensive onboarding support to ensure a smooth transition into the position.  Peregrine will also provide sponsored opportunities to access strategy and data-oriented on-the-job  training and professional development support.  

Responsibilities 

  • Support the client’s efforts to develop and implement enterprise-level data initiatives, including an enterprise-level data strategy

  • Develop and operationalize organizational data, technical, and operational processes

  • Support development and implementation of cloud-based data environments

  • Analyze client datasets, identify business insights and opportunities, and design and develop statistical models to drive client operational value

  • Establish scalable, efficient, automated processes for large-scale data analysis, machine-learning model development, and model validation

  • Coordinate with different functional teams to implement models and monitor outcomes

  • Conduct written and verbal presentations to share insights to audiences of varying levels of technical sophistication, including client senior leadership

  • Work with client to identify new opportunities for leveraging data to drive business solutions

Requirements 

  • Commitment to creating exceptional client, organizational, and social value

  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred 

  • Proven ability to design, develop, and implement effective operational, organizational, technical and/or data solutions to key business problems

  • Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills

  • Proficiency in Python and SQL

  • Working knowledge of statistics and statistical modeling

  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment

  • Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing

  • Mental flexibility to quickly adapt to new tasks and requirements in a highly
    dynamic environment

  • Deep intellectual curiosity and desire to both hone existing skillsets and
    develop new and varied skills, including system dynamics, business strategy,
    operational dynamics, and organizational change

  • Must be a US citizen and willing and able to apply for and hold a Public Trust position 

At Peregrine Advisors Benefit Inc., we hire based on potential, not experience, and welcome individuals  who are looking to pivot into the data profession. If you are a self-starter with a can-do attitude,  excellent communication skills, and a strong desire to learn, we encourage you to apply. 

Peregrine Advisors Benefit Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation,  age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.