Data Scientist

OPS Consulting, LLC; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off and education benefits

Job summary

Swift is seeking a Data Scientist for a role in Augusta, GA to extract insights from large datasets and support mission needs. The ideal candidate blends mathematical, statistical, computational, and domain expertise to analyze data, develop models, and communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

The role emphasizes building reproducible analytics workflows with Python, Jupyter notebooks, and Pandas, plus integrating data from multiple sources via APIs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a quantitative field.
• Minimum of three years of data analysis or data science experience.
• Experience with data compilation and integration from multiple sources using scripting and APIs.
• Experience applying statistical analysis and data modeling techniques.
• Proficiency in Python for data analysis including Jupyter notebooks and Pandas.
• Experience developing rapid analytic prototypes and performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Apply core data science skills to extract actionable insights from large datasets.
• Compile and manage data from multiple sources using scripting and APIs.
• Develop statistical analyses, data models, and quantitative methods to characterize datasets.
• Build rapid analytic prototypes to generate metrics and insights for mission needs.
• Develop reproducible data workflows using Python and common data science tools.
• Interact with APIs and existing tools to retrieve, process, and analyze data.

Skills

Python

Jupyter notebooks

Pandas

Data analysis

APIs

Data modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics/Statistics/CS/Data Science

Tools

SQL

Job description

Swift is a privately held, mission-driven and employee-focused services and solutions company headquartered in Reston, VA. Our capabilities include Software Development, Engineering & IT, Data Science, Cyber Enablement, Logistics, and Training. Founded in 2019, Swift supports Civilian, Defense, and Intelligence Community customers across the country and around the globe.

We are looking for a Data Scientist to join a robust team in Augusta, GA. This role focuses on extracting insights and value from large, complex datasets to support mission needs. The ideal candidate applies a blend of mathematical, statistical, computational, and domain-specific expertise to analyze data, develop models, and communicate clear, actionable findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Apply two or more core data science skill areas, including:
  • Mathematical, computational, and statistical foundations
  • Data processing, management, curation, visualization, and reproducible analytic workflows
  • Data modeling, inference, prediction, and domain-specific analysis
• Compile, integrate, and manage data from multiple sources using computer scripting, APIs, and analytic tools.
• Develop and apply statistical analyses, data models, and quantitative methods to explore, assess, and characterize large and complex datasets.
• Design and build rapid analytic prototypes to generate metrics and insights, including performance metrics for sensor or system data.
• Develop reproducible data analysis workflows using Python and common data science tools (e.g., Jupyter notebooks, Pandas).
• Interact with APIs and existing tools to retrieve, process, and analyze data; develop or extend tools as needed to support analytics.
• Translate mission or operational questions into technical and analytic requirements and corresponding analytic approaches.
• Evaluate data quality, structure, and limitations, and account for these factors in analytical methods and conclusions.
• Communicate complex analytical methods, results, and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Assess and recommend analytic techniques, tools, and technical solutions based on evolving data collection, processing, storage, and analytics capabilities and constraints.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support data-driven decision-making in mission environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related quantitative discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant data analysis or data science experience
• Experience with data compilation and integration from multiple sources using scripting and APIs
• Experience applying statistical analysis and data modeling techniques
• Proficiency in Python for data analysis, including use of Jupyter notebooks and Pandas
• Experience developing rapid analytic prototypes and performance metrics

Security Clearance

A current government clearance, background investigation, and polygraph are required.

The Swift Group and Subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Pay Range

$49,996.80 - $290,004.00

Pay ranges are a general guideline and not intended as a guaranteed and/or implied final compensation or salary for this job opening. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several different factors including, but not limited to: level of position, complexity of job responsibilities, geographic location, work experience, education, certifications, Federal Government contract labor categories, and contract wage rates.

At The Swift Group and Subsidiaries, you will receive comprehensive benefits including but not limited to: healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, education, and time off benefits.