Data Scientist (Level 2-4)

Red Drum; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Match

100% employer paid medical, dental, vision coverage

Generous PTO offering

$5000/year for education and training expenses

Referral bonuses

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

A data solutions company located in Annapolis is seeking a Data Scientist to tackle complex data challenges involving AI and machine learning. You will be responsible for developing and deploying models for Natural Language Processing tasks and analyzing complex datasets. The ideal candidate should have a background in data science or related fields and be proficient in Python and machine learning techniques. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and emphasizes collaboration and effective communication.

Qualifications

• 3‑15 years experience depending on level.
• Experience should include machine learning and advanced analytics.
• Familiarity with large scale data processing tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy machine learning models.
• Analyze large, complex datasets to generate insights.
• Communicate findings clearly to all stakeholders.
• 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

Machine learning

Python

Natural Language Processing

Statistical analysis

Data management

SQL

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Associate’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Jupyter Notebooks

Spark

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Data Scientist (Level 2 - 4)

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.

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 employee’s 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/time.
• 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.