Data Scientist

VTG

$90K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field
  • Minimum of 3 years in analytics, data science, or related fields
  • Proficiency in Postgresql/SQL, Python, R, and GitLab
  • Experience producing insights from large datasets
  • Demonstrated skills in machine learning and statistical modeling
  • Ability to convey data insights to non-technical audiences

Responsibilities

  • Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets from various sources
  • Develop and implement statistical models and machine learning algorithms
  • Design experiments to evaluate model accuracy and reliability
  • Translate data findings into business insights and recommendations
  • Collaborate with teams to identify data solution opportunities
  • Create dashboards and data visualizations to communicate results
  • Stay informed on industry trends in data science and AI/ML

Benefits

  • Flexible work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Access to cutting-edge technology
  • Collaboration with innovative teams
  • Supportive company culture
Full Job Description
Overview

VTG is seeking a talented and experienced Data Scientist to join our dynamic and innovative team in Herndon, VA/Chantilly, VA.

What will you do?

  • Collect, clean, and analyze large, complex datasets from multiple sources.
  • Develop and implement statistical models, predictive analytics, and machine learning algorithms.
  • Design experiments and evaluate models to ensure accuracy, reliability, and scalability.
  • Translate data-driven findings into clear business insights and recommendations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, product, business stakeholders) to identify opportunities for data solutions.
  • Create dashboards, reports, and data visualizations to effectively communicate results.
  • Stay up to date on industry trends, tools, and best practices in data science and AI/ML.

Do you have what it takes?

  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field.

Required:
  • TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
  • BS in a quantitative field (mathematics, data science, statistics)
  • At least 3 years of demonstrated experience directly relevant to analytics, quantitative analysis, data science, artificial intelligence or machine learning
  • Proficiency with tools such as Postgresql/SQL, Python, R, and GitLab
  • Demonstrated experience with producing analytic insights from large scale data.
  • Demonstrated experience with quantitative analysis, machine learning, and statistical modeling.
  • Experience conveying complex data science insights to non-technical audiences
  • Specific experience with the Palantir Foundry/Gotham suite of tools

Desired:
  • Experience with telecommunications metadata and content analysis
  • Experience exploiting or deriving insights from SIGINT, computer network exploitation, or other technical collection
  • Prior counterintelligence experience
  • Specific interest in or experience with technical surveillance

This position is open for current and future openings.

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