Data Scientist

Role Overview

Perform research-level data analytics at a customer site in Bethesda, MD, supporting programs advancing research and advanced machine learning, natural language processing, and data fusion applications for mission-focused big data analytics.

What You Will Do

Work closely with a team to design, build, and optimize a Data Science platform, analyze big data, support multiple simultaneous projects, and deliver findings to non-technical audiences.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Identify novel data sources, leverage expertise in research design, exploratory analysis, and customer outreach, and contribute to publications and presentations with actionable intelligence insights.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in a quantitative or analytical field such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, or Computational Social Science with 2+ years of experience
• Experience in data science, analytics, or quantitative intelligence analysis with progressive technical development and outcomes
• Proficiency in one or more scripting languages such as Python
• Experience deploying data science applications using Docker, Kubernetes, and/or OpenShift
• Experience with information retrieval and search technologies such as Elastic Stack (Elasticsearch and Kibana) and/or Structured Query Language (SQL)
• Ability to analyze and assess software development or data acquisition requirements and determine cost-effective solutions
• Familiarity with git or other version control technologies
• Ability to own work and complete tasks on time with little or no supervision

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Vacation days
• Sick leave
• Holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities