Senior Data Scientist (TS/SCI with CI Poly Required)

DeNOVO Solutions

$150K — $190K *
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15 years of experience in data science, data engineering, machine learning, or software development
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph
  • Proficient in applied machine learning techniques including supervised and unsupervised learning
  • Experience with generative AI and natural language processing use cases
  • Familiar with modern deployment practices such as containerization and orchestration
  • Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Develop and enhance the data science capability at DeNOVO Solutions
  • Research, build, and deploy machine learning and AI-enabled applications
  • Design data science solutions aligned with mission goals and user needs
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders to grasp requirements and data landscapes
  • Provide practical recommendations for scalable AI/ML solutions
  • Support machine learning applications in generative AI and large language models
  • Build scalable data pipelines and support data engineering workflows

Benefits

  • 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and dependents
  • DeNOVO-paid Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
  • 401k plan with 6% matching contribution
  • 11 paid federal holidays annually
  • 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) annually
  • Opportunities for company outings and trips
  • Tuition reimbursement and assistance for certifications
  • HomeFundIt program providing down payment match for home buying
Full Job Description
Position: Senior Data Scientist

Location: Aurora, CO
Clearance: TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

DeNOVO Solutions is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to help develop, refine, and strengthen our data science and mission-focused technical capabilities. This is a unique opportunity for a senior-level data scientist with a strong background in applied machine learning, data engineering, software development, secure deployment environments, and technical leadership. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working across research, development, architecture, deployment, and stakeholder engagement while helping shape practical AI/ML solutions for emerging mission needs.

A Day in the Life:
  • Help develop and refine DeNOVO's data science capability
  • Research, build, evaluate, and deploy machine learning and AI-enabled applications
  • Design and implement data science solutions that align with user needs, mission goals, and technical objectives
  • Communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders to understand requirements, data landscapes, and solution goals
  • Provide technical recommendations to ensure data science and AI/ML solutions are practical, scalable, and aligned to stakeholder needs
  • Develop and support machine learning, generative AI, and LLM-based applications where applicable
  • Support semantic search, summarization, text extraction, classification, embedding analysis, and natural language processing use cases
  • Build scalable data pipelines and support data engineering workflows
  • Develop backend services, APIs, microservices, and data-driven applications
  • Support deployment of software and data science applications in commercial cloud and secure environments
  • Use containerization and orchestration technologies to package, deploy, and manage software components
  • Support MLOps, DevOps, and GitOps practices to improve repeatability, deployment efficiency, and lifecycle management
  • Develop visualizations, dashboards, and analytical tools to help communicate insights and recommendations
  • Collaborate with leadership, engineers, and stakeholders to identify opportunities for data science, automation, and AI/ML capability growth
  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to other technical contributors as needed
  • Create documentation, technical recommendations, and capability-development materials to support long-term growth

What You Bring to the Table:
  • Senior-level experience in data science, data engineering, machine learning, and software development
  • Experience researching, building, evaluating, and deploying machine learning and AI-enabled applications
  • Strong background with applied machine learning, including supervised and unsupervised learning approaches
  • Experience with generative AI, large language models, RAG, semantic search, summarization, text extraction, and NLP-related use cases
  • Experience building scalable data pipelines and supporting data engineering workflows
  • Experience developing APIs, microservices, backend services, and data-driven applications
  • Experience deploying software or data science applications in commercial cloud and secure environments
  • Experience with containerization, orchestration, and modern deployment practices
  • Familiarity with MLOps, DevOps, GitOps, Agile/Scrum, and modern software development methodologies
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Ability to provide technical leadership, mentorship, and solution guidance in a hands-on environment

What You Need:
  • Experience: 15 years of experience in data science, data engineering, machine learning, software development, or a related technical discipline
  • Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related technical field preferred
  • Clearance: An active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph


Salary Range: $150,000.00 - $190,000.00 (Commensurate with experience)

Note: The above salary range is a guideline and represents a broad spectrum of potential compensation. We recognize that a candidate's unique experience and qualifications may justify compensation beyond this range. Therefore, we remain open to considering higher salary offers for exceptionally qualified candidates.

Join Our Team! DeNOVO Solutions, LLC, a Minority Owned-Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (MO/SDVOSB) dedicated to providing the best technical and professional services throughout the Intelligence Community (IC). We offer the following as part of our benefits package to all of our full-time employees:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Premiums 100% Employer Paid for you and your legal dependents or plus up, cost split plan.
  • DeNOVO Paid Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
  • 401k with 6% Match
  • 11 Paid Federal Holidays
  • 120 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Company Outings and Trips
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Skillset Training, and New/Renewed Certification assistance
  • HomeFundIt Company Down Payment Match - Employer match towards the down payment of buying a new home

Ready to Apply?

Join DeNOVO Solutions and help shape the data science capability supporting emerging mission-focused opportunities.

Pay Range: $150,000 - $190,000 per hour

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