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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Scientist - **Company:** Data Computer Corporation Of America - **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $195,000.0 - $260,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithm Design, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, Data Governance, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Visualization, Database Queries, Fraud Prevention and Detection, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, NumPy, Oracle (Applications), Power BI, Tensorflow, Tableau (Software), Unstructured Data, Data Processing, Cloud Platform System, Sql Optimization, Pytorch, Git, Pandas, Data Lakes, Scikit Learn, Information Technology, AWS Glue, Data Analytics, Enterprise Integration, Apache Kafka, Machine Learning Operations, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Programming Languages, Microservices - **Published:** August 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88047173/1 ## About the Role * Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of professional experience in data science, advanced analytics, or machine learning engineering. * Programming Languages: High proficiency in Python and R for data manipulation and modeling, as well as strong advanced SQL skills for complex database querying (e.g., PostgreSQL, Oracle). * Machine Learning Frameworks: Extensive hands-on experience with core ML and data science libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-Learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch). * Cloud & Big Data: Demonstrated experience operating within cloud ecosystems (AWS GovCloud preferred) and utilizing big data technologies and data lakes (e.g., AWS S3, EMR, Redshift). * Clearance: TS/SCI w/Poly. Desired Skills : * Prior experience supporting federal government agencies (e.g., Intelligence Community) with complex data analytics. * Familiarity with Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Edge AI applications. * Experience with DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and version control (e.g., Git) for collaborative model development (MLOps). * Active industry certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Data Analytics, AWS Certified Machine Learning, or equivalent). Education/Certifications: * Education: Bachelor's or master's degree in data science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or related quantitative discipline. ## Description * Advanced Analytics & Modeling: Design, develop, and validate predictive models, statistical algorithms, and machine learning models to solve complex federal business and operational challenges. * Data Processing & Pipeline Integration: Extract, clean, and analyze large volumes of structured and unstructured data from disparate sources using ETL tools and cloud-native data services (e.g., AWS Glue, Apache Kafka). * Anomaly Detection & Fraud Prevention: Implement advanced algorithms (such as Isolation Forests) to detect anomalies in large transactional or operational datasets, enhancing audit efficacy and risk mitigation. * Data Visualization & Reporting: Translate complex analytical findings into intuitive dashboards, reports, and interactive visualizations using tools like Amazon QuickSight, Tableau, or Power BI to empower executive decision-making. * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams, subject matter experts, and AI/ML engineers to seamlessly integrate data science models into production applications and microservices. * Security & Data Governance: Ensure all data handling and model deployments strictly adhere to federal data privacy regulations, HIPAA, the Privacy Act, and DoD/NIST security standards. * Continuous Improvement: Monitor model performance in production environments, retraining and tuning models as necessary to prevent drift and ensure sustained accuracy over time. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Vectorize all the things! 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