Data Scientist

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

We are hiring for a cutting-edge technology organization that is at the forefront of security engineering, advanced analytics, and mission-critical solutions. This employer is known for its commitment to innovation and for tackling complex challenges that have a significant impact on national security.

The Role

• Develop statistical and machine learning models, including NLP, for complex business challenges.
• Construct and execute intricate database queries across multiple data sources using SQL and APIs.
• Implement web scraping techniques and strategies for processing unstructured data.
• Utilize automation and machine learning to manage data, predict outcomes, and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Learn and apply technologies such as AWS and Git.

What You'll Need

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required.
• Bachelor's degree and 8-12 years of relevant experience, or Master's with 6-10 years of experience.
• Proficiency in Python is essential.
• Strong SQL skills and experience with relational databases and APIs for data extraction.
• Experience with supervised/unsupervised learning, NLP, and familiarity with NLP libraries (e.g., spaCy, Hugging Face, NLTK).
• Foundational knowledge in 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: $107,900.00 - $195,050.00.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Paid Time Off and 11 paid Holidays.
• Excellent retirement benefits with immediate vesting for 401K and a 6% company match.
• Opportunities for technical upskilling, education, and training support.

Apply via Haystack today!