Senior Data Scientist

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Data Scientist to lead advanced analytics, machine learning model development, and data-driven decision support within a Department of Defense (DoD) program environment. This role involves architecting and deploying end-to-end data solutions that enhance operational effectiveness, readiness forecasting, and mission-critical insights for Navy enterprise systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy predictive models, natural language processing (NLP), and optimization algorithms
• Lead data ingestion, cleaning, transformation, and exploratory analysis from diverse structured and unstructured data sources
• Create interactive dashboards and visualizations to communicate analytical findings to technical and non-technical audiences
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineers, data engineers, and subject matter experts
• Translate mission needs into analytical frameworks, model requirements, and implementation strategies
• Validate and tune models for performance, explainability, and operational relevance
• Author technical reports, white papers, and decision briefings for stakeholders and senior leadership

Minimum Qualifications

Python, R, SQL, and Spark for data analysis and modeling

Additional Preferred Qualifications