Job Title
Data Scientist II
Location
ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, MD 21005 US (Primary)
Category
Scientist
Job Type
Full-Time
Compensation Minimum (USD)
$83,000
Compensation Maximum (USD)
$95,000
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Citizenship Status Required
U.S. Citizen
Security Clearance Required
Secret
Job Description
- Employment Category: Full Time / Exempt
- Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD,
- Travel: Minimal
- Security Clearance: DoD Secret Eligible, Active clearance preferred.
- Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen
Responsibilities:Develop and apply state-of-the-art artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) tools and algorithms to optimize DoD chemical and biological detection and identification systems. Work as part of a government scientific team developing and updating military sensors. Lead development of some efforts.
- Develop software applications in Python and apply machine learning techniques to improve the detection of chemical and biological materials.
- Develop, test, train, and maintain applications for developmental sensors.
- Develop and use tools to import, process, and store instrument and sensor datafiles for use in applications.
- Lead small development efforts and mentor junior developers.
- Support field testing, train users, and assess system performance.
- Remain current on related subjects in the literature and news.
- Assist with the preparation of reports, journal articles, and presentations.
Education:Bachelor's degree in data science, computer science, or a related discipline
Bonus points if you have:- Active DoD Security clearance
- Master's degree in data science or related discipline
- College chemistry or biology coursework
- Experience with bioinformatics and genetic algorithm development
Compensation & Benefits:- Pay: From $83K - $95K per year based on experience and qualifications
- Schedule: 40 hours per week
- 401K with up to 4% employer matching contribution
- 3 weeks (120 hrs/year) Paid Time Off (PTO), Federal holidays, and Sick Leave
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability
Job Requirements
- U.S. Citizen eligible for a DoD security clearance
- 3 to 9 years advanced proficiency with Python coding
- 3 years ML project experience including deep learning, NLP, and/or computer vision
- Advanced proficiency with TensorFlow or PyTorch
- Advanced proficiency in another object-oriented programming language (C++ or JavaScript)
- Advanced proficiency with databases
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
- Demonstrated ability to learn new skills quickly, multitask, and complete work within schedule.
