Job ID: 2017803
Location: HERNDON, VA, United States
Date Posted: Dec 3, 2020
Category: Information Technology
Subcategory: Data Scientist
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: No
Minimum Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Poly
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: No
Benefits: Click here
Description
SAIC has an immediate opening for a Data Scientist that is looking to be a Team Lead. The ideal candidate for this role is a skilled data scientist, engineer, or software developer with experience leading a team of data scientists and software developers to research and develop new analytical techniques and tools. The Team Lead should possess an exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness since they will apply and/or develop highly advanced technologies, scientific principles, theories and concepts.
If you are selected for this role, you will be responsible for working closely with Customer and Program Management to establish strategic plans and objectives in designing the project’s overall machine learning, artificial intelligence, and software development strategy. Here are some other things you will do:
Qualifications
Must have a current/active TS/SCI with Polygraph
Minimum of 20 years of overall relevant technical experience, or 15 years of experience plus a Master’s Degree in a relevant field
Must have minimum of 10 years of experience applying data science and engineering practices
3 or more years of experience in the Intelligence Community
Experience as a team lead or manager strongly preferred, but not required
Ability to multi-task and successfully manage multiple projects and deadlines
Experience coding with Python
Ability to exercise strong analytical judgement in framing the problem and selecting the right tools, while avoiding unnecessary complexity. Ability to analyze, prioritize, and effectively problem solve, synthesize large amounts of data/information
Strong communication and briefing skills; ability to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences
Experience writing technical intelligence reports
Experience designing and maintaining software applications and data storage in a cloud environment (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Experience with agile/scrum project management
Overview
SAIC is a premier technology integrator solving our nation's modernization and readiness challenges. Our offerings across defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets include high-end solutions in engineering, IT, and mission outcomes. We integrate the best components from our portfolio with our partner's ecosystem to deliver innovative and effective solutions. We are 25,500 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, VA, SAIC has annual revenues of nearly $7.1 billion. For information, visit saic.com or Working at SAIC for benefits details. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer empowering people no matter their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive and respectful work culture that values all.