Data Scientist in United

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Data Scientist to support data-driven innovation across government services. In this role, you will work on high-impact projects that enhance public service delivery, improve operational transparency, and empower agencies with actionable insights.

• 3+ years of experience in data science, analytics, or applied machine learning. \n

• Proficiency in Python for data analysis, modeling, and pipeline development (e.g., pandas, scikit-learn, NumPy). \n

• Solid experience working with structured and unstructured data, including data cleaning and feature engineering. \n

• Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases; familiarity with ETL concepts. \n

• Strong understanding of predictive modeling and statistical methods. \n

• Ability to work with sensitive data in a secure, compliant manner. \n

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly for documenting analysis and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. \n

• Familiarity with Agile or iterative project development methodologies. \n, * Experience working with federal government datasets or projects \n

• Familiarity with chatbot technology, intelligent agents, or API integration. \n

• Exposure to working with biometric data or verification systems. \n

• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP in secure environments. \n

• Knowledge of data governance frameworks or responsible AI practices.

This position is ideal for professionals who enjoy applying data science to meaningful real-world challenges, working with sensitive datasets, and building solutions that serve diverse communities nationwide.

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Day-to-Day Impact

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• Contribute to the enhancement of predictive models that estimate processing timelines for public service requests and deliver personalized status updates to end users. \n

• Support the development and deployment of models across new service areas, based on agency priorities. \n

• Collaborate with teams to expand the capabilities of intelligent help agents through integration with external data sources and applications. \n

• Implement data cleaning and scrubbing strategies to ensure unstructured data is accurate, appropriate, and safe for public-facing use. \n

• Analyze customer data, including biometric or behavioral signals, to identify reliable verification indicators. \n

• Help design and maintain ETL pipelines to transition from transactional systems to customer- or -centric data models. \n

• Communicate technical findings through visualizations, reports, or dashboards tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences. \n

• Collaborate with policy, engineering, and operations teams to ensure analytics solutions align with mission goals and regulatory requirements. \n

• Support efforts around data governance, ethical AI, and responsible use of data in government settings. \n

• Participate in Agile workflows and contribute to continuous delivery of data science capabilities. \n

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