Data Scientist Principal

Job Description

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.

Overview

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

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.