10+ years of experience in machine learning, data mining, or advanced analytics.
Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field; advanced degrees can substitute for experience.
Proficiency in data analysis software like R, Python, SAS, or MATLAB.
Current Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph required.
Experience in software development and cloud technologies is a plus.
Responsibilities
Produce insightful data visualizations to clarify dataset structures.
Collaborate with SMEs to extract key information from diverse data formats.
Translate qualitative customer analyses into quantitative software prototypes.
Develop and implement statistical and machine learning techniques for analytics.
Guide the team in developing scalable analytic solutions for large datasets.
Lead a team of data scientists in multiple analytic projects.
Oversee the transition of prototypes to production systems.
Benefits
Up to 20% 401k contribution, vested from day one.
$3,600 HSA contribution.
6 weeks of paid time off.
Comprehensive company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage.
Full Job Description
Description
Captivation Software is looking for a senior level Data Scientist who has a significant MLOps and data science background.
Responsibilities
Produce data visualizations that provide insight into dataset structure and meaning
Work with subject matters experts (SMEs) to identify important information in raw data and develop scripts that extract this information from a variety of data formats (e.g., SQL tables, structured metadata, network logs)
Incorporate SME input into feature vectors suitable for analytic development and testing
Translate customer qualitative analysis process and goals into quantitative formulations that are coded into software prototypes
Develop and implement statistical, machine learning, and heuristic techniques to create descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics
Develop statistical tests to make data-driven recommendations and decisions
Develop experiments to collect data or models to simulate data when required data are unavailable
Develop feature vectors for input into machine learning algorithms
Identify the most appropriate algorithm for a given dataset and tune input and model parameters
Evaluate and validate the performance of analytics using standard techniques and metrics (e.g. cross validation, ROC curves, confusion matrices)
Oversee the development of individual analytic efforts and guide team in analytic development process
Guide analytic development toward solutions that can scale to large datasets
Partner with software engineers and cloud developers to develop production analytics
Develop and train machine learning systems based on statistical analysis of data characteristics to support mission automation
Lead a team of data scientists in the development of multiple analytic efforts
Work with customers and SMEs to define analytic requirements and guide the team in formulating analytics that meet requirements
Guide the transition of prototyped analytics to production system
Understand emerging machine learning and pattern recognition algorithms and guide a team of data scientists in integrating state-of-the-art algorithms into solutions
Delegate analysis responsibilities to one or more team members and monitor performance
Requirements Security Clearance:
Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph, therefore all candidates must be a U.S. citizen
Minimum Qualifications:
A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in two (2) or more of the following
Designing/Implementing machine learning
Data mining
Advanced analytical algorithms
Advanced statistical analysis
Artificial intelligence
Software engineering with data analysis software such as R, Python, SAS, or MATLAB.
Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a quantitative discipline (e.g., statistics, mathematics, operations research, engineering or computer science)
An additional four (4) years of experience in software development, cloud development, analyzing datasets, or developing descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics can be substituted for a Bachelor's degree.
A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in a quantitative discipline can be substituted for two (2) years of experience for a total of eight (8) years of experience required
A Doctoral Degree from an accredited college or university in a quantitative discipline can be substituted for four (4) years of experience for a total of six (6) years of experience required.
This position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.
Benefits
Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)
Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)
Above Market Hourly Rates
$3,600 HSA Contribution
6 Weeks Paid Time Off
Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D
About Captivation Software
Captivation Software Careers
Joining Captivation Software presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a leading team of professionals dedicated to pioneering innovations in the tech industry. As the demand for advanced software solutions escalates, Captivation Software remains at the forefront, offering a plethora of job opportunities that promise not only professional growth but also a commitment to diversity and leadership development.
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