Data Science & Analytics Technical Lead

Agile Defense; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Agile Defense is seeking a Data Science & Analytics Technical Lead in Tampa, FL. This role involves leading the design and deployment of machine learning models to solve complex business problems.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a related field and over five years of data science experience. Responsibilities include mentoring junior team members and ensuring data accuracy while collaborating with various teams.

Top Secret / SCI clearance is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Typically has a Bachelor's degree in Data Science or related field.
• Requires 5+ years of experience in data science or related role.
• Must possess active TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of machine learning models.
• Build and improve predictive models for business-critical areas.
• Conduct advanced exploratory data analysis.
• Develop algorithms for classification, regression, and NLP.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define objectives.
• Mentor junior data scientists and promote best practices.
• Ensure clean and accurate data pipelines.

Skills

Data Science

Machine Learning

Statistical Analysis

Natural Language Processing

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Statistics

Master's degree or PhD preferred

Tools

Machine Learning frameworks

Data Visualization tools

Job description

About Agile Defense

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #: 1706

Job Title: Data Science & Analytics Technical Lead

Location: Tampa, FL

Clearance Level: Top Secret / SCI, Must Have Clearance to Start

Job Description

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of complex machine learning models, statistical analysis, and data mining techniques to solve advanced business problems.
• Build and improve predictive models for customer behavior, churn prediction, demand forecasting, and other business-critical areas.
• Conduct advanced exploratory data analysis (EDA) to uncover trends, patterns, and actionable insights from structured and unstructured data sources.
• Develop and implement algorithms for classification, regression, clustering, natural language processing (NLP), and recommendation systems.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including data engineering, product, and business teams, to define data science objectives and translate them into actionable projects. Communicate technical results, findings, and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels, ensuring data-driven strategies are clearly understood and actionable.
• Lead efforts in feature engineering, hyperparameter tuning, and model validation to ensure high model accuracy, performance, and robustness. Evaluate and apply cutting‑edge machine learning frameworks, tools, and techniques to optimize workflows and drive innovation.
• Mentor junior data scientists, providing technical guidance and promoting best practices in data science and machine learning.
• Work with data engineers to ensure clean, accurate, and accessible data pipelines, ensuring efficient deployment of data products and models.

Education and Background

• Typically has a Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field (master's degree or PhD strongly preferred), and 5+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, or a related role, with a track record of leading successful data science projects, or equivalent relevant work experience; e.g., each year of work experience may be substituted for each year of education required.

Years of Experience: 5+ years

Required Skills

• The contractor shall identify a Data Science & Analytics Technical Lead by name who shall drive the strategic integration of advanced analytics capabilities across the SOF enterprise. This leadership role is centered on applying scientific methods, algorithms, and systems to transform vast quantities of both structured and unstructured data into actionable insights and essential knowledge for the Head Quarters (HQ) Staff, Service Components, and TSOCs. Have active TS/SCI clearance.

Preferred Skills

• Five years of experience working in SOF analytical support.
• Three years experience centrally managing distributed data support teams in SOF organizations HQ echelon.
• Three years experience with SOF digital capabilities.
• Three years experience with SOF HQ elements, SOF Service Components HQs, and SOF Theater Special Operations Command.

Working Conditions: General Office Environment

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities