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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Scientist / Machine Learning Engineer - **Company:** Everforth Ecs - **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $160,000.0 - $185,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Computer Vision, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cluster Analysis, Software Documentation, Continuous Integration, Information Engineering, Distributed Computing Environment, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Recommender Systems, Standard Sql, Azure Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Unstructured Data, Management of Software Versions, Data Processing, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, Feature Engineering, Large Language Models, Generative AI, AI Platforms, Information Technology, Machine Learning Operations, Data Pipelines, Software Library, Databricks - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/2b93286a-b1eb-4e65-add1-348af81286cf ## About the Role * Top Secret Clearance * Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field. * 5+ years of experience in Data Science, Machine Learning Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, or Advanced Analytics. * Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms, statistical analysis, and data modeling techniques. * Experience building and deploying machine learning models in production environments. * Proficiency in Python and machine learning libraries/frameworks. * Strong knowledge of SQL and data manipulation techniques. * Experience working with large datasets and cloud-based data platforms. * Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. Desired Skills * Master's degree in Data Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Statistics, or related discipline. * Experience with Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). * Familiarity with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures. * Experience supporting enterprise AI transformation initiatives. * Knowledge of model governance, responsible AI, and AI risk management frameworks. * Experience working in highly regulated industries such as healthcare, finance, government, or defense. ## Description Everforth ECS is seeking a Data Scientist/Machine Learning Engineer to join our team in Arlington, VA (Hybrid) . This position is contingent upon award. We are seeking a talented Data Scientist / Machine Learning Engineer to design, develop, deploy, and optimize advanced analytics and machine learning solutions that drive business insights and operational efficiencies. This role combines data science, machine learning engineering, and software development to transform complex data into scalable, production-ready AI and predictive analytics solutions. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in statistical analysis, machine learning algorithms, AI/ML-assisted clustering, feature engineering, model deployment, anomaly detection, and cloud-based AI platforms while collaborating closely with business stakeholders, data engineers, and technology teams., Data Science & Advanced Analytics * Analyze structured and unstructured data to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights. * Develop predictive, prescriptive, and classification models to support business objectives. * Perform exploratory data analysis (EDA), feature engineering, and statistical modeling. * Design experiments and evaluate model performance using appropriate statistical methodologies. * Present findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Support efforts in anomaly detection. Machine Learning Development * Design, build, train, and optimize machine learning and deep learning models. * Develop solutions for forecasting, anomaly detection, natural language processing (NLP), recommendation systems, and computer vision applications. * Evaluate and select appropriate algorithms based on business requirements and performance objectives. * Continuously improve model accuracy, scalability, and maintainability. MLOps & Production Engineering * Deploy machine learning models into production environments. * Build automated model training, validation, deployment, and monitoring pipelines. * Implement CI/CD practices for machine learning workflows. * Support AI/ML-assisted clustering efforts. * Monitor model performance and address model drift, data drift, and operational issues. * Maintain model governance, versioning, and documentation standards. Data Engineering & Platform Integration * Collaborate with data engineers to develop scalable data pipelines and feature stores. * Integrate machine learning solutions into enterprise applications and business processes. * Optimize data processing workflows for large-scale datasets. * Ensure data quality, security, and compliance standards are maintained. Cloud & AI Platforms * Develop and deploy solutions using cloud-native AI and machine learning services. * Leverage platforms such as Azure Machine Learning, AWS SageMaker, Databricks, Vertex AI, or equivalent technologies. * Perform multi-source summarization with human-review workflow by combining AI-driven aggregation of diverse sources with targeted human validation. * Utilize distributed computing frameworks to support large-scale analytics workloads. * Support enterprise AI strategy and modernization initiatives. Collaboration & Innovation * Partner with business leaders to identify opportunities for AI and advanced analytics solutions. * Translate business requirements into machine learning use cases and technical requirements. * Stay current on emerging technologies, AI trends, and industry best practices. * Contribute to innovation initiatives, proofs of concept, and research activities. 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