Data Scientist

Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The primary role of the Data Scientist is to drive mission-focused insights from complex datasets. This role involves managing, modeling, and interpreting large-scale government data holdings to support decision-making and operational success. You will combine expertise in mathematics, statistics, computer science, and domain-specific knowledge to deliver actionable conclusions and communicate them effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. Position Responsibilities Build and assess analytic models tailored to mission-specific needs Communicate principal conclusions clearly, using mathematics, statistics, and computer science methods Develop reproducible workflows and ensure data integrity Develop qualitative and quantitative methods for exploring and assessing datasets in varying states of organization and cleanliness. Organize, clean, and curate large datasets for analysis Present complex technical findings in a way that is accessible to technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Applied Statistics, Machine Learning, Data Science, Computer Science or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum 3+ years’ relevant work experience. Experience with software development working with Python in a Unix environment. [... source excerpt omitted ...] V, JSON, Excel, etc., Pandas and PySpark Proficiency in statistical packages using any of the following: Python, R, STATA, SPSS, etc. An active TS/SCI with polygraph Additional Requirements Experience using the Atlassian Tool Suite. Experience with development of any of the following; Hadoop, Pig, MapReduce, or HDFS Working knowledge with other object-oriented programming languages such as Java or C++ Working knowledge with Front-end data visualization libraries (i.e., D3.js; Raphael.js, etc.) Salary Range: $107,000 to $212,000 The AV pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation [... source excerpt omitted ...] of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data. This is a pipeline requisition posted in advance of approved headcount for future hiring needs. Note: Our team is always interested in speaking with exceptional candidates though please note this is a Pipeline posting with more of an eye towards our future needs rather than necessarily being an immediate hire. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to informatio