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Data Scientist

LeidosChantilly, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted Aug 14, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid Data Scientist role offers significant opportunities for career growth and skill development in a mission-critical sector, with a competitive salary range of $107,900 - $195,050. You'll thrive here if you have an entrepreneurial spirit, strong Python and SQL skills, and a passion for leveraging data to solve complex challenges, all within a supportive team environment. Apply today 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
Chantilly, VA, United States
Posted
7 weeks ago
SQLAWSMachine LearningNLPTableauGitHugging FacePythonTensorFlow

Job Description

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

This employer is a technology leader serving government and commercial clients, known for its innovative solutions and commitment to national security. They are seeking a driven Data Scientist with an entrepreneurial spirit to join a dynamic and expanding team focused on critical projects.

The Role

  • Build statistical and machine learning models, including natural language processing (NLP), to create automated solutions for complex challenges.
  • Construct and execute complex database queries using SQL and API interfaces across multiple data sources.
  • Perform web scraping and process unstructured data using various techniques.
  • Leverage automation and machine learning for data management, scenario prediction, and data-driven recommendations.
  • Utilize and learn technologies such as AWS and Git.

What You'll Need

  • TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance is required.
  • BS in a relevant technical domain with 8-12 years of experience, or MS with 6-10 years of experience.
  • Proficiency in Python and strong SQL skills for data extraction.
  • Experience with supervised/unsupervised learning and NLP, including familiarity with relevant libraries (spaCy, Hugging Face, NLTK, TensorFlow).
  • Solid understanding of frequentist statistics, probability, predictive modeling, computer science fundamentals, data architecture, and statistical methods.
  • Proficiency with data visualization tools (Tableau, Plotly, Seaborn, Matplotlib).

What's On Offer

  • Competitive salary range: $107,900.00 - $195,050.00.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including 401K with company match, paid time off, and parental leave.
  • Opportunities for technical upskilling and education support.
  • Flexible scheduling options.

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