Data Scientist

ManTech; Florida; On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

MANTECH in Doral, FL seeks a Data Scientist to extract insights from large datasets and build ML solutions. You will work with cross-functional teams to translate needs into data-driven results and develop dashboards for decision-makers.

You will apply Python or R, SQL, and data visualization tools, performing model evaluation and ongoing optimization while maintaining rigorous documentation and governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years in advanced analytics or data science.
• Proven experience building/managing ML models using Python or R; strong SQL skills.
• Experience documenting data science methodologies and analytics processes.

Responsibilities

• Extracting, cleaning, and synthesizing large, complex datasets to derive actionable insights.
• Designing, training, and deploying ML models and algorithms to solve operational challenges.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate needs into data-driven solutions.
• Developing interactive data visualization tools and dashboards for decision-makers.
• Conducting model evaluation, baseline testing, and ongoing optimization across data environments.
• Maintaining technical documentation, code repositories, and analytical baselines.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Data visualization

Machine learning

Statistical analysis

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field

Master’s degree in a related field

PhD in a related field

Associate’s degree in a related field

High school diploma

Job description

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Data Scientist to join our team in Doral, FL .

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Extracting, cleaning, and synthesizing large, complex structured and unstructured datasets to derive actionable insights.
• Designing, training, and deploying advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms to solve operational challenges.
• Collaborating with cross-functional technical teams, data engineers, and stakeholders to translate operational needs into data-driven solutions.
• Developing interactive data visualization tools and dashboards to communicate complex analytical findings to decision-makers.
• Conducting model evaluation, baseline testing, and continuous optimization across enterprise data environments.
• Maintaining technical documentation, code repositories, and analytical baselines to support system governance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field with 3+ years of experience in advanced analytics or data science roles.
• OR a master’s degree and 1+ or more years of relevant experience
• OR a PhD and 1+ or more years of relevant experience
• OR an associate’s degree and 5+ or more years of relevant experience
• OR a high school diploma and 7+ or more years of relevant experience
• Proven experience building and deploying machine learning models using modern programming languages such as Python or R. Strong background in database management, data mining, and writing complex SQL queries across relational and non-relational databases.
• Experience creating, maintaining, and communicating complex technical documentation and data science methodologies. Demonstrated expertise in statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and data visualization tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Machine Learning Specialist, Azure Data Scientist Associate).
• Prior experience supporting U.S. Military Command operations or Department of Defense enterprise data environments.
• Experience with cloud analytics platforms, containerization tools, and MLOps workflows.
• Familiarity with natural language processing (NLP), computer vision, or automated workflow orchestration platforms.

Clearance Requirements:

• Must hold a current/active secret security clearance.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations

MANTECH International Corporation considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at [e-mail] and provide your name and contact information.