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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. **Candidates MUST have experience with Biometrics.**

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

+ **MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH BIOMETRICS.**

+ 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: 2511519

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