Data Scientist

ManTech; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ManTech is seeking a motivated Data Scientist to join our team in Tampa, FL. The role involves leveraging technical skills to analyze complex data sets and provide actionable insights.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field, experience with programming languages like Python and R, and a solid understanding of machine learning methods. The position offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; relevant work experience can substitute.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages required.
• Ability to obtain security clearance is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative analysis of data sets.
• Coordinate data analytic research activities.
• Develop solutions using statistical methodology and NLP techniques.

Skills

Programming languages (Python, R, Java)

Statistical analysis

Machine learning techniques

Natural language processing

Data visualization (Tableau, Power BI)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field

Master’s degree in Data Science or related field

Tools

Spark

Hadoop

Agile methodologies

Job description

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

The Data Scientist will leverage their strong technical background and knowledge to interpret and analyze complex sets of data to produce actionable insights. This role requires a knowledge of programming, mathematical modeling, and statistics to carry out machine learning projects.

Responsibilities

• Quantitative analysis of data sets using exploratory mathematical and statistical analysis.
• Coordinating data analytic research activities applied to structured and unstructured data sets.
• Providing novel solutions to command data challenges through experimentation, by applying scientific methodology and statistics to frame problems and test hypotheses.
• Apply natural language processing (NLP) methods, clustering techniques and predictive modeling to generate insights.
• Designing and automating processes to facilitate the manipulation and analysis of data across dissimilar and large-scale data sets; cleaning and organizing data sets.
• Using frameworks such as Spark and Hadoop for large-scale data processing.
• Creating data visualizations using products like Tableau or Power BI.
• Researching, designing, and implementing algorithms to solve complex problems using R, Python (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas), or similar scientific programming languages.
• Perform statistical modeling and machine learning cloud-based ML platforms.
• Communicating complex concepts and hypotheses to a non-technical audience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field; a Bachelor's degree in a related field is acceptable with verifiable work experience.
• Proficiency with one or more programming languages such as Python, R or Java.
• Demonstrated experience applying data science methods to real-world data problems.
• Proficiency in Agile Development and Git Operations.
• Experience creating, maintaining, and communicating complex technical documentation and analytical reporting.
• Ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or Computer Science.
• Experience with the Sponsor’s primary cyber risk and compliance automation tools.

Clearance Requirements

• Active Secret clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI.

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.

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