Federal AI Data Scientist (Mid-Level) — Hybrid Role

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits and 401(k)

Stock purchase plan

PPTO and holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Data Scientist to join the Advisory Solutions Group, focusing on Federal clients. You will develop ML models, design AI algorithms, and create semantic search solutions for diverse agencies. Hybrid work policy with travel up to 20% CONUS/OCONUS and potential security clearances.

The role requires 3+ years in AI/data science, a quantitative degree, and experience with SQL and external AI model integration (OpenAI, LLaMA, SageMaker, Vertex AI).

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in AI, data science, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline.
• Strong understanding of SQL and relational databases.
• Experience integrating external AI models (OpenAI, Mixtral, LLaMA) and platforms like Azure ML, SageMaker, or Vertex AI.
• Deployment, MLOps, testing, and model-monitoring.
• Knowledge of semantic search implementation.
• Ability to learn and apply new technical skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% CONUS/OCONUS and obtain US government clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement machine learning models and AI algorithms to solve complex problems.
• Design and optimise database architectures to support AI applications.
• Create and maintain semantic search solutions to improve data retrieval and user experience.
• Train and fine-tune machine learning models to ensure high performance and accuracy.
• Create and maintain interactive decision-support systems tailored to client needs.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to provide strategic AI-driven insights and solutions.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI and data science to continuously improve practices.

Skills

Machine learning

Data analysis

SQL

Model deployment

MLOps

Semantic search

OpenAI integration

Problem solving

Teamwork

Security clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor or Master in quantitative discipline

Tools

Palantir Foundry

Azure ML

SageMaker

Vertex AI

LLaMA

Job description

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Data Scientist to join the Advisory Solutions Group, focusing on Federal clients. You will develop ML models, design AI algorithms, and create semantic search solutions for diverse agencies. Hybrid work policy with travel up to 20% CONUS/OCONUS and potential security clearances.

The role requires 3+ years in AI/data science, a quantitative degree, and experience with SQL and external AI model integration (OpenAI, LLaMA, SageMaker, Vertex AI).