Data Scientists Jobs Pay in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC
Average Hourly Pay
$72.52
126.6%Above national average
Range: $69.07 – $75.98
Average Annual Pay
$150,849
126.6%Above national average
Range: $143,666 – $158,032
How much do Data Scientists make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$61.64/hr
Range: $58.71 – $64.58
Annual Rate
$128,222
Range: $122,116 – $134,327
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$72.52/hr
Range: $69.07 – $75.98
Annual Rate
$150,849
Range: $143,666 – $158,032
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$83.40/hr
Range: $79.43 – $87.38
Annual Rate
$173,476
Range: $165,216 – $181,737
Data Scientists job description
Data Scientists professionals are essential to modern business operations, designing, developing, and maintaining technology solutions. They work across industries to create efficient systems and solve complex technical challenges.
Responsibilities
- •Design and develop technical solutions
- •Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
- •Collaborate with cross-functional teams
- •Document technical specifications
- •Stay current with emerging technologies
- •Ensure system security and performance
Skills
- •Programming and technical expertise
- •Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- •Communication and collaboration
- •Project management
- •Continuous learning
- •Attention to detail
Qualifications
- •Degree in Computer Science or related field
- •Relevant technical certifications
- •Portfolio of projects preferred
- •Strong analytical skills
