CACI International

Senior Data Scientist

CACI International$82K — $172K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 8+ years of experience in data science, analytics, or engineering.
  • Expert proficiency in Python (or R) for data manipulation and analysis.
  • Experience with developing and deploying machine learning models in production.
  • Strong SQL skills with experience on large-scale data platforms.
  • Demonstrated experience with data visualization tools.
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance, willing to undergo a polygraph examination.

Responsibilities

  • Design and deploy analytic models and machine learning solutions for large datasets.
  • Build and automate data processing pipelines for data collection and transformation.
  • Create visualizations and analytic products for diverse audiences.
  • Collaborate with analysts to translate analytical needs into software capabilities.
  • Integrate analytic functions with existing software systems.
  • Evaluate and improve model performance, documenting methodologies.
  • Mentor mid-level data scientists and promote analytics best practices.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare options.
  • Wellness initiatives and support.
  • Financial benefits and retirement plans.
  • Family support resources.
  • Continuing education opportunities.
  • Generous time off benefits.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Senior Data Scientist

Job Category: Science

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

Anticipated Posting End: 9/1/2026


The Opportunity:

  • Apply advanced analytics and machine learning to mission problems for the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). 
  • Work at the intersection of data science and geospatial intelligence, turning large, complex datasets into decision advantage. 
  • Collaborate directly with analysts and mission users to shape analytic capabilities from concept to deployment. 
  • Lead data science practices within a multi-team Agile delivery environment.



Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and deploy analytic models and machine learning solutions against large-scale structured and unstructured datasets. 
  • Build and automate data processing pipelines for collection, cleaning, transformation, and enrichment. 
  • Develop visualizations and analytic products that communicate complex findings to technical and non-technical audiences. 
  • Collaborate with mission analysts to translate analytical requirements into deployed software capabilities. 
  • Integrate analytic capabilities with program systems and services in coordination with development teams. 
  • Evaluate model performance, drive iterative improvement, and document methodologies. 
  • Mentor mid-level data scientists and promote analytic best practices across the program. 



Qualifications:

Required: 

  • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field (equivalent experience accepted). 
  • 8+ years of data science, analytics, or related engineering experience. 
  • Expert proficiency in Python (or R) for data manipulation, modeling, and analysis. 
  • Experience developing and deploying machine learning models into production environments. 
  • Strong SQL skills and experience with large-scale data platforms. 
  • Demonstrated experience with data visualization tools and techniques. 
  • Security Clearance (TS/SCI) with willingness to undergo polygraph examination.



Desired:

  • Experience with geospatial data (imagery, vector, raster) and geospatial analytics. 
  • Familiarity with cloud-based ML services and containerized model deployment. 
  • Experience supporting NGA analysts or Intelligence Community mission workflows.

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

An environment of trust.

A focus on continuous growth.


Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$82,100-$172,400

About CACI International

CACI International Inc is a multinational professional services and information technology company. It provides services to many branches of the federal government including defense, homeland security, intelligence, and healthcare. CACI has approximately 23,000 employees worldwide. The company's mission is to provide enterprise and mission technology services and solutions that best fit the needs of its customers. CACI has been named a Fortune World's Most Admired Company, a Washington Post Top Workplace, and a Forbes Best Employer for Diversity.
Learn more about CACI International
Size
22,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$374.4 million
Founded
1962
5 Year Trend
+7.3%
Revenue
$5.8 billion
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