Blue Sky Innovators Data Scientist, TS/SCI Arlington, VA · Full time

We are seeking a talented Data Scientist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in statistics, machine learning, and programming, and will be responsible for extracting actionable insights from large, complex datasets. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop predictive models, optimize business processes, and drive data-driven decision-making.

Description

Responsibilities:

  • Help manage a team to:
  • Collect, clean, and preprocess large volumes of structured and unstructured data from various sources.
  • Perform exploratory data analysis to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies in the data.
  • Develop and implement machine learning models and algorithms to solve business problems and optimize processes.
  • Evaluate model performance and iteratively improve model accuracy, scalability, and efficiency.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, and identify opportunities to apply them to our business.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define project objectives, requirements, and success criteria.
  • Communicate findings and insights to non-technical stakeholders through data visualizations, reports, and presentations.

Requirements:

  • TS/SCI Clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field. Master's or Ph.D. preferred.
  • Experience in data science, machine learning, or a similar role.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R.
  • Strong background in statistical analysis and machine learning techniques.
  • Experience with data manipulation and visualization libraries (e.g., pandas, matplotlib, seaborn).
  • Familiarity with machine learning frameworks and libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
  • Experience with SQL and relational databases.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark) and distributed computing frameworks.
  • Knowledge of natural language processing (NLP) techniques and tools.
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
  • Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
  • Experience with agile development methodologies.


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