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Data Scientist

LeidosDerwood, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted Aug 14, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

You'll thrive as a Data Scientist at Leidos, leveraging your entrepreneurial spirit to tackle national security challenges with cutting-edge machine learning and NLP techniques. This hybrid role offers significant growth potential within a reputable company, with competitive compensation ranging from $107,900 to $195,050 annually, alongside excellent benefits and opportunities for technical upskilling. Apply now to make a real impact and advance your career.

Quick Overview

Salary
$107.9k - $195.1k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Derwood, MD, United States
Posted
1 month ago
SQLAWSMachine LearningNLPTableauGitHugging FacePythonTensorFlow

Job Description

Data Scientist | Derwood, MD, United States | Hybrid | $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

This employer is seeking a talented Data Scientist to join a dynamic and rapidly growing team that is critical to national security initiatives. The role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge projects in a fast-paced environment, leveraging advanced analytical methods and machine learning to solve complex challenges.

  • Build statistical and machine learning models, including natural language processing (NLP), to develop automated solutions.
  • Construct and execute complex database queries using SQL and API interfaces across multiple data sources.
  • Perform web scraping and apply advanced techniques for processing unstructured data.
  • Utilize automation and machine learning to manage data, predict future scenarios, and provide data-driven recommendations.
  • Learn and apply technologies such as AWS and Git.

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

  • Competitive salary range of $107,900.00 - $195,050.00.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, holidays, and 401K with company match.
  • Opportunities for technical upskilling, education, and training support.
  • Supportive environment with flexible scheduling and parental paid leave.

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