Data Scientist

Red Drum; Maryland; On-site; USD 111,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Full benefits package

Generous PTO

Education reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Recognition program

Job summary

RedDrum is seeking a Data Scientist (Level 2-4) to advance NLP-driven analytics. You will develop and apply AI/ML solutions to large text datasets, building and evaluating models for tokenization, POS tagging, and benchmarking against human annotations.

Strong Python/Jupyter skills and a foundation in statistics are required. The role emphasizes designing automated language data pipelines, scalable data processing, and clear communication of results to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience with machine learning, data modeling, and advanced analytics.
• Proficiency in Python, including Jupyter Notebooks.
• Experience with NLP techniques and frameworks.
• Data management, cleaning, and transformation experience.
• Statistical analysis skills, including hypothesis testing, inference, and exploratory data analysis.
• Experience with large-scale data processing tools (e.g., Spark or cloud platforms) is a plus.
• Familiarity with SQL and data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, or Python libraries).
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate complex concepts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy machine learning models, with a focus on NLP applications
• Design automated solutions for language data processing, annotation, and analysis
• Analyze large, complex datasets to generate actionable insights
• Evaluate and improve model performance using statistical methods and benchmarking techniques
• Translate mission needs and analytic questions into technical solutions
• Communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Build reproducible workflows for data processing, modeling, and visualization

Skills

Python

Jupyter Notebooks

NLP techniques

Data modeling

Statistical analysis

Data cleaning

SQL

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor's degree (DS/CS/Math/Stats/Engineering)

Associate's degree (related field)

Tools

Spark

Cloud platforms

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Description

At RedDrum, we solve the world’s most complex data challenges. Our Mission is to develop cutting-edge data solutions that protect our nation’s freedoms and expand our global intelligence capabilities.

Data Scientist (Level 2 - 4)

We are seeking Data Scientists to support advanced analytics and Natural Language Processing (NLP) initiatives. In this role, you will develop and apply AI/ML solutions to large, complex datasets, including language data from both spoken and written sources. You will build and improve models for tasks such as tokenization, part-of-speech tagging, and performance evaluation against human-generated annotations.

This position requires strong experience with Python and Jupyter Notebooks, along with a solid foundation in statistical analysis, data modeling, and machine learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy machine learning models, with a focus on NLP applications
• Design automated solutions for language data processing, annotation, and analysis
• Analyze large, complex datasets to generate actionable insights
• Evaluate and improve model performance using statistical methods and benchmarking techniques
• Translate mission needs and analytic questions into technical solutions
• Communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Build reproducible workflows for data processing, modeling, and visualization

Requirements

• Experience with machine learning, data modeling, and advanced analytics
• Proficiency in Python (required), including Jupyter Notebooks
• Experience with NLP techniques and frameworks
• Data management, cleaning, and transformation experience
• Statistical analysis skills, including hypothesis testing, inference, and exploratory data analysis
• Experience with large-scale data processing tools (e.g., Spark or cloud platforms) is a plus
• Familiarity with SQL and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, or Python libraries)
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate complex concepts effectively

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with 3-15 years depending on level
• Associate’s degree with 5-17 years depending on level

Degrees should be in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field. Candidates with degrees in other disciplines may be considered if they have significant coursework in advanced mathematics or computer science, or hold a Data Science certificate.

TS/SCI with Polygraph Required

Benefits

• 401k Match of up to 6% of an employees’ salary.
• 100% Employer paid medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance for employees and their dependents.
• A generous PTO offering that employees can use for vacations, holidays, and sick time. The PTO amount is flexible based on what the candidate prefers.
• Up to $5000/year for approved education and training expenses.
• Referral bonuses of up to $10,000 depending on clearance level.
• Recognition for excellent performance and customer recognition, birthdays, and anniversaries in the company.

RedDrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this position is determined based on the assigned labor category and the specific program requirements. Salary ranges are informed by factors such as required skills, education, experience, and contract guidelines associated with the labor category.

Salary Description

111,000-234,000