Senior Data Scientist

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Working on an advanced, complex technical project requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge.
• Analyzing large and complex datasets to identify business trends, patterns, problems, and insights.
• Interpreting results from multiple sources using a variety of techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data mining.
• Developing and implementing machine learning models and algorithms.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into data-driven solutions.
• Designing, developing, and implementing the most valuable business solutions for the organization.
• Preparing big data, implementing data models, and developing database(s) to support business solutions.
• Using data analytics and Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning (AI/ML) to recommend support for business needs.
• Communicating findings and insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Designing and maintaining data pipelines and workflows.
• Performing data wrangling, cleansing, and preprocessing to ensure data quality.
• Working with project team members, subject matter experts, and senior leadership.

Requirements

• 10 years of experience.
• US Citizenship (required by federal government).
• Master's degree.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI or similar tools.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms; most specifically Microsoft Azure.
• Strong knowledge of machine learning algorithms and statistical modeling techniques.
• Experience with data wrangling, cleansing, and metadata management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and collaboration skills.
• Ability to translate technical findings into business insights.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with business and IT teams.
• Ability to identify problems; determine accuracy and relevance of information; use sound judgement to generate and evaluate alternatives and make recommendations.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to thoroughly pay attention to details when performing and reviewing work.
• Ability to work with clients and customers to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, and satisfy their expectations.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and Visio).

Nice to Have

• Experience with Big Data Technologies.
• Familiarity with containerization and DevOps practices.
• Experience with ETL tools and data integration.
• Working understanding of Federal IT services models and frameworks to support the project team to meet client requirements.
• Exceptional verbal and writing communication skills, including editing and proofreading.
• Demonstrated customer service orientation and outstanding level of professionalism in providing client support.

Qualifications

• Master's degree.

Benefits & Perks

• Pay range of $118,730.00 - $201,840.00 based on full-time employment.
• Work remotely nationwide (US99).