• Data Scientist Principal

    SAIC (Ashburn, VA)


    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 RESPONSIBILITES

    + 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 and design, machine learning, and deep learning

    + Strong programming skills including SQL, Python, PyTorch, 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 – candidate must have ability to interface with client upper management staff, stake holders, as well as project managers and development teams

    + Ability to work effectively within a team environment

    DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

    + 3+ years of leadership experience

    + Knowledge working 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 or higher in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Computational Statistics, or 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 – Location – On-site in Ashburn, VA 5 days per week for the first year of employment. All candidates must be within the GWA/commutable area

    REQNUMBER: 2510719

    SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability