Data Scientist for Graph Platforms - FS Poly Columbia, MD

Stanley Reid & Company; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanley Reid & Company is seeking a Data Scientist for Graph Platforms in Columbia, MD. You will design, model, and optimize graph structures and craft efficient queries to power a graph analysis platform.

You will develop Python data parsers for ingestion pipelines and document data models to support scalable graph solutions. Collaboration with mission analysts and operators is essential to translate needs into innovative graphing approaches.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with a technical degree (12+ years without degree).
• Experience with graph databases (Neo4j) and Cypher or willingness to learn.
• Strong Python programming for data parsing scripts.
• Ability to translate complex requirements into data-driven graph solutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, model, and optimize complex graph structures to support a graph analysis platform.
• Craft performant database queries and optimize graph data access patterns.
• Develop and maintain data parsers in Python to support ingestion pipelines.
• Maintain documentation of data models and graph schemas for reuse and clarity.
• Collaborate with mission analysts and operators to translate needs into novel data models and graphing solutions.

Skills

Python programming

Graph analytics

Data modeling

Collaboration

Education

Technical degree

Tools

Neo4j

Job description

Data Scientist for Graph Platforms - FS Poly

Columbia, MD

Responsibilities

As a Data Scientist specializing in Graph Analysis, you will be a key contributor to a collaborative team focused on developing a groundbreaking graph analysis platform. Your primary responsibilities will involve enhancing graph data capabilities by designing, modeling, and optimizing complex graph structures, and crafting performant database queries. You will also develop and maintain data parsers in Python to support ingestion pipelines, maintain comprehensive documentation of data models, and work directly with mission analysts and operators to translate their needs into novel data models and graphing solutions. This role is 100% onsite in Columbia, MD.

Qualifications

• Technical degree + 8 years of experience (12 years of experience without a degree).
• Experience with or a strong interest in graph databases, such as Neo4j, and a willingness to learn specific query languages like Cypher.
• Strong Python programming skills, especially for writing and maintaining data parsing scripts.
• Proven ability to translate complex customer requirements into implementable data-driven solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving abilities.

Nice to Haves

• Previous experience with Neo4j or other graph databases, understanding of graph theory and algorithms, & familiarity with real‑time data processing or streaming analytics.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP networking concepts and familiarity with SIGINT collection and analysis systems or similar mission environments.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and an understanding of ETL processes for large, complex datasets.

Clearance Requirements

TS/SCI with FS Polygraph (no clearance upgrades or CCAs). Please note, you must have the required clearance for consideration (uncleared or under‑cleared applicants will not receive a response).