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# Data Scientist, Level 3

- **Company:** Independent Software
- **Location:** Anne Arundel County, MD, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Big Data, Software Code Optimization, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Reinforcement Learning, Software Organization, Pytorch, Large Language Models, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Agentic-AI, Scikit Learn, Information Technology, Software Version Control
- **Published:** October 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/fcbe504f-a344-4ffa-b592-1480213fcf32/data-scientist-level-

## About the Role

* Strong experience with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
 * Experience designing, implementing, and deploying AI/ML solutions
 * Experience developing autonomous AI agents
 * Strong foundation in machine learning algorithms and neural networks
 * Experience with model optimization for scalable problem solving
 * Proficiency with Python
 * Experience with AI/ML libraries and frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and/or LangChain
 * Experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs)
 * Experience with prompt engineering and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
 * Experience with agentic AI and reasoning systems
 * Experience working with large-scale datasets
 * Understanding of software development best practices, version control, and testing
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Education and Experience:

Candidates must meet one of the following:

 * Bachelor's degree plus eight (8) years of relevant experience; OR
 * Master's degree plus six (6) years of relevant experience; OR
 * Doctoral degree plus four (4) years of relevant experience; OR
 * High school diploma or GED plus twelve (12) years of relevant experience; OR
 * Associate's degree plus ten (10) years of relevant experience

Degree must be in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline.

Clearance Requirement:

 * Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role

## Description

* Design, develop, and implement AI and Machine Learning solutions for large-scale datasets
 * Develop and deploy autonomous AI agents
 * Apply reinforcement learning techniques to AI/ML solutions
 * Develop and optimize machine learning algorithms and neural network models
 * Evaluate and improve model performance, scalability, and efficiency
 * Develop solutions using Large Language Models (LLMs)
 * Apply prompt engineering and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) techniques
 * Develop agentic AI workflows and reasoning systems
 * Use Python and AI/ML frameworks to develop scalable analytical solutions
 * Apply software development best practices, including version control and testing
 * Document technical approaches, model performance, and analytical findings
 * Collaborate with technical and mission teams to support operational objectives