Lead Data Scientist / MLOps Engineer (Hybrid) to 260k - FS Poly

stanleyreid; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 5 weeks

Health insurance

401k contributions

Remote work options

Job summary

FS Poly seeks a Senior Data Scientist / MLOps Engineer for a hybrid role in Annapolis Junction, MD, offering a compensation range of $170k–$260k and a strong benefits package. You will lead analytics, develop descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive models, and drive production deployment.

Requirements include advanced degrees or 14+ years experience in lieu of a degree, expertise in MLOps, and leadership of data science teams. TS/SCI with FS Polygraph is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD with required years.
• Experience in MLOps and data science.
• Ability to lead a team of data scientists.
• Strong proficiency in model evaluation metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytic efforts for mission-critical systems.
• Translate qualitative goals into quantitative prototypes.
• Oversee the full analytic lifecycle from feature development to production.
• Guide transition of analytics into automated production solutions.

Skills

MLOps

Data science

Leadership

Model evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

14+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Python

R

SAS

MATLAB

Job description

Lead Data Scientist / MLOps Engineer (Hybrid) to 260k - FS Poly

• Annapolis Junction, MD

About Our Client

Our client, established in 2012, is a leader in providing IT solutions for critical government clients. They offer a stable, supportive environment and tackle challenging projects across various tech domains. Their commitment to employees is shown through low turnover, over 5 weeks of PTO, direct 401k contributions, comprehensive health insurance, and remote work options. Join a close-knit team that invests in your career and well-being.

The Role

Our client is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead analytic efforts and provide technical expertise for mission-critical systems. In this role, you will translate qualitative mission goals into quantitative software prototypes, developing descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics. You will oversee the full analytic lifecycle, from feature vector development and algorithm tuning to validating performance using standard metrics. Collaborating with SMEs and software engineers, you will guide the transition of prototyped analytics into production-scale, automated solutions. Base compensation ranges from $170k to $260k, with a compelling benefits package for qualified candidates.

What You'll Bring

• Experience & Education: Bachelor’s + 10 years of experience, Master’s + 8, or PhD + 6. Alternatively, 14 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Technical Expertise: Significant background in MLOps and Data Science, including machine learning, data mining, and advanced statistical analysis using R, Python, SAS, or MATLAB.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead a team of data scientists, delegate responsibilities, and guide the integration of state-of-the-art algorithms.
• Core Skills: Proficiency in data visualization, feature engineering, and evaluating model performance via ROC curves and confusion matrices.

Clearance Requirements

TS/SCI with FS Polygraph is required. (Must have an in-scope polygraph within the last 7 years). We are not able to upgrade clearances or accept CCAs. Please note, you must have the required clearance for consideration; under-cleared applicants will not receive a response.

Location

Annapolis Junction, MD (Partial Telework available up to 16 hours per week)

Please Note

Due to high application volume, we are unable to confirm receipt of submissions or provide updates. We will contact you directly if there is a match. Opportunities change frequently; We cannot guarantee availability.

Posted on

02/26/2026