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# Senior Data Science Engineer

- **Company:** GrammaTech, Inc.
- **Location:** Laurel, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $180,000.0 - $220,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Confluence, JIRA, Cloud Computing, Apache Lucene, Eclipse (Software), MapReduce, IntelliJ IDEA, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Scala (Programming Language), Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Jupyter Notebook, Feature Engineering, Large Language Models, Random Forest, Apache Spark, Deep Learning, Gitlab, Git, Linux Development, Scikit Learn, Information Technology, Bitbucket, Machine Learning Operations, Virtual Agents
- **Published:** June 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8982044/senior-data-science-engineer

## About the Role

* 12+ years of Software Engineering experience supporting programs of similar
scope, type, and complexity.

 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (4 additional years of
relevant experience may substitute for a degree).

 * Strong experience with Java, Scala, and Python.
 * Experience with Lucene, JEXL, SQL, JSON, and Linux development environments.
 * Hands-on experience building, deploying, and monitoring machine learning
models.

 * Experience with Random Forest algorithms and feature engineering.
 * Proficiency with Scikit-learn, Jupyter Notebooks, Ghostmachine (Map/Reduce),
and GM Learn.

 * Experience using Git/GitLab, Bitbucket/Stash, IntelliJ/Eclipse, Jira, and Confluence.
, * Strong documentation, communication, and technical review skills.

 * Knowledge of agency compliance standards and corporate systems.

Desired Qualifications

 * Data Science background or advanced analytics experience.
 * Experience with AWS cloud technologies and Apache Spark.
 * Experience implementing production ML systems.
 * Knowledge of Agentic AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and emerging AI
technologies.

 * Experience with advanced machine learning techniques and model development.

## Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Data Science Engineer to support the
development of advanced compliance analytics, automation tools, and machine learning
solutions within a mission-focused environment. This role will be responsible for
designing, prototyping, implementing, and monitoring AI/ML-driven capabilities that
enhance compliance processes, improve operational efficiency, and support
modernization initiatives.

Clearance Required : Active TS/SCI with Polygraph, * Develop, enhance, and maintain compliance analytics and business process
automation tools.

 * Research, evaluate, and prototype machine learning and AI solutions to support
compliance modernization efforts.

 * Build, deploy, and monitor machine learning models, including Random Forest
models and feature engineering pipelines.

 * Develop performance metrics, monitoring capabilities, and data flow solutions to
ensure operational effectiveness.

 * Conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA) and identify opportunities for process
improvement.

 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI/ML solutions into
production environments.

 * Create and maintain technical documentation, design artifacts, and
implementation guides.

 * Ensure adherence to agency standards, policies, and compliance requirements.


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