Data Scientist

Data Scientist | Rockville, MD, United States | Hybrid This employer is seeking a Data Scientist with an entrepreneurial spirit to join a dynamic and expanding team focused on critical national security projects. The organization is a leader in technology and industry, delivering innovative digital and mission solutions to government and commercial clients. They foster a professional environment where challenging assignments enable staff to thrive, prioritizing career growth as a key business strategy. The Role • Build statistical and machine learning models, including natural language processing (NLP), to develop automated solutions for complex business challenges. • Construct and execute complex database search queries across multiple databases using SQL and API interfaces. • Perform web scraping and employ various 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. • Process and analyze data from intricate systems to derive actionable insights. What You'll Need • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph. • Bachelor's degree and 8-12 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree and 6-10 years of relevant experience. • Proficiency in Python. • Strong SQL skills and experience with relational databases and APIs for data extraction. • Experience with supervised and unsupervised learning, and natural language processing (NLP), including familiarity with NLP libraries and tools (e.g., spaCy, Hugging Face, NLTK, 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 (based on experience and qualifications). • Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, holidays, 401K with company match, and discounted stock purchase plans. • Opportunities for technical upskilling, education, and training support. • Flexible scheduling options and parental paid leave. Apply via Haystack today!