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Data Scientist

LeidosMerrifield, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 31 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

You'll thrive as a Data Scientist at Leidos, leveraging your entrepreneurial spirit to build impactful machine learning models and NLP solutions on projects vital to national security, with the flexibility of a hybrid work environment and a highly competitive salary range of $107,900 - $195,050. This role offers significant opportunities for technical upskilling and career growth within a reputable organization, making it an excellent choice for driven professionals.

Quick Overview

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

Job Description

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

We're hiring on behalf of a distinguished technology leader known for delivering innovative solutions to government and commercial clients. This employer is at the forefront of digital and mission advancements, fostering an environment of continuous learning and professional growth.

The Role

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

What You'll Need

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical domain with 8-12 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 6-10 years of relevant experience.
  • Proficiency in Python is required.
  • Strong SQL skills and experience with relational databases and APIs for data extraction.
  • Experience with supervised and unsupervised learning and natural language processing (NLP) is required, familiarity with NLP libraries (e.g., spaCy, Hugging Face, NLTK, or TensorFlow).
  • Knowledge of frequentist statistics, probability, predictive modeling, computer science concepts, data architecture, and statistical methods.
  • Proficiency with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Plotly, Seaborn, Matplotlib).

What's On Offer

  • Competitive salary range of $107,900.00 - $195,050.00.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, holidays, and a 401K with company match.
  • Opportunities for technical upskilling, education, and training support.
  • Flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance.
  • A dynamic environment focused on innovation and career advancement.

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