Senior Data Scientist

Senior Data Scientist | Sterling, VA, United States | Hybrid | $154,050.00 - $278,475.00 We're hiring on behalf of a leading technology company that delivers innovative solutions to mission-critical national security programs. This organization is known for its advanced analytics and AI expertise, operating within challenging and classified environments. They are seeking a driven individual to provide technical leadership and contribute to cutting-edge projects. The Role • Serve as a senior technical contributor and analytic lead on complex, high-impact national security programs. • Partner with government customers and subject matter experts to define mission problems and analytic objectives. • Translate ambiguous operational challenges into actionable data science requirements and solution designs. • Design, develop, and deploy advanced analytics, statistical models, and machine learning solutions. • Apply advanced data science techniques, including exploratory data analysis, feature engineering, and predictive modeling. • Communicate analytic findings, insights, and recommendations to senior stakeholders. What You'll Need • Master’s degree in a quantitative field with 15+ years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s degree with 18+ years of relevant experience. • Extensive experience applying data science and advanced analytics to complex, mission-focused problems. • Expert-level proficiency in Python and/or R, including advanced data science and machine learning libraries. • Strong experience working with large, complex datasets from multiple sources. • Demonstrated ability to lead technical efforts and influence analytic direction. • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required. What's On Offer • Opportunity to provide technical leadership on mission-critical national security programs. • Collaboration with diverse teams including subject matter experts, engineers, and analysts. • Development and deployment of advanced data science and AI solutions. • A culture that values innovation and pushing beyond the status quo. Apply via Haystack today!