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Data Scientist

LeidosFalls Church, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted Aug 14, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Advance your career as a Data Scientist at Leidos, where you'll tackle national security challenges with cutting-edge AI and machine learning, enjoying a competitive salary range of $107,900 - $195,050 and hybrid flexibility. You'll thrive here if you possess strong Python and SQL skills, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a desire to continuously learn and grow within a reputable organization. Apply now to make a significant impact and benefit from comprehensive professional development and a supportive work environment.

Quick Overview

Salary
$107.9k - $195.1k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Falls Church, VA, United States
Posted
7 weeks ago
SQLAWSMachine LearningNLPTableauGitHugging FacePythonTensorFlow

Job Description

Data Scientist | Falls Church, VA, United States | Hybrid | $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

This employer is a leading technology solutions provider with a strong reputation in national security. They are seeking a driven Data Scientist to join a dynamic and expanding team that leverages cutting-edge techniques to address critical challenges. This role offers the chance to work on impactful projects with significant national importance.

The Role

  • Build statistical and machine learning models, including natural language processing (NLP), to solve complex business problems.
  • Construct and execute intricate SQL queries across multiple databases and utilize API interfaces for data extraction.
  • Perform web scraping and apply techniques for processing unstructured data.
  • Leverage automation and machine learning for data management, scenario prediction, and generating data-driven recommendations.
  • Learn and implement technologies such as AWS and Git.
  • Develop solutions in a fast-paced environment critical to National Security.

What You'll Need

  • Bachelor's degree and 8-12 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree and 6-10 years of relevant experience.
  • Must possess a TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
  • Proficiency in Python and strong SQL skills for data extraction from relational databases and APIs.
  • Experience with supervised and unsupervised learning, including NLP libraries and tools (e.g., spaCy, Hugging Face, NLTK, TensorFlow).
  • Solid understanding of frequentist statistics, probability, predictive modeling, computer science concepts, data architecture, and statistical methods.
  • Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Plotly, Seaborn, or Matplotlib.

What's On Offer

  • Competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Opportunities for technical upskilling, education, and training support.
  • Flexible work schedules and immediate vesting for 401K with a 6% company match.
  • A dynamic work environment focused on innovation and making a difference.

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