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# Principal Data Scientist - AI Lead - Government Sector

- **Company:** Lever, Inc.
- **Location:** Vienna, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $33,280.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Computer Programming, Entity Framework, Information Technology Operations, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Performance Tuning, Software Engineering, Cloud Platform System, Deep Learning
- **Published:** September 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/dnb/edbaeb94-8ce8-4dac-8a86-a1237f801944/apply

## About the Role

* Data expertise: Strong skills in data analysis, manipulation, and processing for training and evaluating AI models.

 * Experience leading large-scale digital transformations: In IT Operations for global

 * 10+ years of professional Data science / ML/AI development experience with a preference working with Government / public sector clients

 * Deep understanding of AI/ML Technologies: Solid grasp of machine learning, deep learning, NLP, and hands-on experience on AI automation.

 * Leadership and team management: Proven ability to lead and mentor teams, foster innovation, and manage the full software development lifecycle.

 * Strong programming skills: Expertise in languages like Python, Java, or Go, essential for developing and deploying AI solutions.

 * Cloud platform knowledge: Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or GCP for deploying and scaling AI applications.

 * Strategic thinking and vision: Capability to identify opportunities, define technical roadmaps, and align AI solutions with business objectives.

 * Excellent communication and collaboration: The ability to communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders and foster cross-functional teamwork.

 * Problem-solving and critical thinking: Exceptional analytical skills to identify challenges, develop innovative solutions, and optimize system performance.

 * Adaptability and continuous learning: Commitment to staying updated with the rapidly evolving AI landscape and embracing new technologies.

 * Ethical considerations and bias mitigation: Understanding and addressing the ethical implications of AI, ensuring fairness, transparency, and accountability.

 * Significant experience in IT and solution architecture roles: with a focus on automation, infrastructure, or cloud.

 * Proven track record of designing and implementing AI/ML solutions: Especially in IT operations, infrastructure management, or business process automation.

Education Needed:

 * Bachelors Degree - Required
 * Master and/or PhD Degree - Highly Preferred

## Description

The Senior Principal Data Scientist - AI Lead will be the point of contact for Public Sector / Government stakeholders and will be responsible for end-to-end AI solution delivery.
This role will partner with U.S. government agencies on programs that depend on trusted entity data, validation, and risk insight.


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