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Description

Position Summary

We are currently seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Data Scientist (Senior) to join our team to begin an exciting and challenging career in Ashburn, VA.

Job Responsibilities:

+ Collect and analyze large data sets from complex data models including relational databases

+ Define acceptance criteria including setting algorithm thresholds based on statistical analysis

+ Develop and identify approaches for predictive models

+ Define and set standards for performing data analysis

+ Manage a small team of data engineers responsible for performing data mining and analysis

+ Interface with clients, project management, stake holders, and development teams

+ Consolidate information into reports

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Computational Statistics, or related field

+ 9+ years of experience in data science techniques – including data analysis, statistical analysis, programming, modeling, machine learning, and deep learning

+ Strong programming skills including SQL, Python, other related languages, and data mining tools

+ Strong experience with Python web frameworks (e.g. FastAPI, Django, Flask)

+ Solid understanding of modern Python 3.8+ programming

+ Familiarity with Python testing frameworks (e.g. pytest, unittest)

+ Strong experience in AWS cloud

+ Strong background in math and statistics

+ Advanced learning techniques - information retrieval, modeling, and entity resolution

+ Knowledge of a variety of data formats such as XML, JSON, and various image formats

+ Strong organization and time management skills

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills

+ Ability to work effectively within a team environment

+ 3-5 years of leadership experience

Desired Skills and Experience:

+ Knowledge with Unix/Linux

+ Docker

+ Kubernetes

+ Oracle/Postgres DB

+ Experience working with DHS, Customs and Border Protection, or travel related data

+ Experience working with various forms of biometric algorithms, facial recognition preferred

+ Familiarity with NIST standards

+ Master’s Degree in a related field

Customer Requirements:

+ Clearance – Ability to obtain and hold a public trust position and favorable suitability based on a CBP Background Investigation

+ Citizenship – Must be a US Citizen

+ Location – Hybrid with on-site (Ashburn, VA) visits 2-3 days per week and if a mission need. All candidates must be within the GWA/commutable area.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

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