ECS

Sr. Data Scientist

ECS$180K — $200K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in data science or related field
  • Proficient with Elasticsearch and search optimization techniques
  • Strong understanding of Retrieval-Augmented Generation and LLMs
  • Experience in enterprise environments with AI-driven solutions
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
  • Valid U.S. Security Clearance (TS/SCI) required
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

  • Design and optimize intelligent search solutions using Elasticsearch.
  • Apply RAG techniques to enhance LLM applications with contextual data.
  • Consult with customers to identify search challenges and objectives.
  • Refine indexing and querying strategies for improved search performance.
  • Evaluate integration of LLM capabilities in analytics use cases.
  • Align GenAI solutions with existing data and operational workflows.
  • Provide strategic recommendations to enhance user experience.
  • Lead technical workshops on GenAI and advanced search techniques.

Benefits

  • 100% remote work opportunity
  • Access to cutting-edge GenAI technologies
  • Opportunity to influence customer success across diverse use cases
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Professional development through knowledge-sharing sessions and workshops
Full Job Description
Everforth ECS is seeking a Sr. Data Scientist to join our team remotelyThis position is contingent upon contract award.

Are you passionate about building intelligent search and retrieval systems and applying GenAI to solve real-world data challenges? In this role, you will design and optimize next-generation search and retrieval experiences using Elasticsearch, Vector Search, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) techniques to improve relevance, accuracy, and decision-making outcomes.

We are seeking a Sr. Data Scientist focused on Search, RAG, and GenAI to support ECS's Professional Services. The ideal candidate enjoys working at the intersection of data science, search relevance, and large language models (LLMs), collaborating with customers and internal teams to deliver intelligent, high-impact solutions. You will play a key role in shaping search architectures, advising on best practices, and applying advanced AI techniques to enterprise-scale data sets.

This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge GenAI technologies while directly influencing customer success across diverse environments and use cases.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, implement, and optimize intelligent search solutions using Elasticsearch, including lexical, semantic, and vector-based search techniques.
  • Apply Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) patterns to enhance LLM-driven applications with accurate, relevant, and contextual enterprise data.
  • Consult with customers to understand business objectives, data landscapes, and search challenges, translating requirements into effective AI-powered search strategies.
  • Build and refine embedding strategies, indexing approaches, and query workflows to improve relevance, precision, and recall.
  • Evaluate and integrate LLMs and GenAI capabilities into enterprise search and analytics use cases.
  • Collaborate with data, AI, and platform teams to align GenAI solutions with existing systems and operational workflows.
  • Provide strategic recommendations to improve search performance, result explainability, and overall user experience.
  • Lead knowledge-sharing sessions, technical workshops, and enablement activities related to GenAI, RAG, and advanced search techniques.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor for customers and internal stakeholders on emerging trends in AI-powered search and retrieval.
  • Stay current with advancements in Elasticsearch, GenAI, LLM tooling, and search relevance methodologies.


Salary Range: $180,000 - $200,000

  • Hands-on experience applying Elasticsearch to search, analytics, or data science use cases.
  • Strong understanding of search concepts including relevance tuning, indexing strategies, and query optimization.
  • Experience working with data science or AI-driven solutions in enterprise environments.
  • Familiarity with large-scale data platforms and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
  • Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear guidance for customers and stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Willingness and ability to travel to customer sites as needed.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen and have an active TS/SCI a U.S. Security Clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

About ECS

ECS is a leading provider of digital solutions and services to the federal government. The company was founded in 2001 by Roy Kapani and has since grown to become a trusted partner to a wide range of government agencies. ECS offers a broad range of services, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. The company has been recognized for its innovative solutions and has won numerous awards, including the AWS Public Sector Partner of the Year award.
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