NLP Data Scientist

SteerBridge, Inc.; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SteerBridge, Inc. is seeking an NLP Data Scientist to support the Modern Disability Claims program, applying NLP and ML to extract, structure, and analyze medical and claims data for VA disability adjudication.

Responsibilities include building NLP pipelines, tuning models with VA datasets, and collaborating with VA stakeholders to deliver impactful, compliant data solutions. Candidates should have gov/healthcare data experience and clear communication skills.

Qualifications

• Public Trust clearance or ability to obtain.
• 5–8 years of Python and NLP experience.
• Experience with SQL and Jupyter notebooks.
• Ability to communicate complex data science concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience delivering data science projects in government/healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Extract data using NLP and tune models with VA data.
• Build NLP pipelines to support automation and analytics in claims adjudication.
• Collaborate with VA stakeholders to define data science requirements.
• Ensure model quality, accuracy, and performance via testing.
• Document data workflows and model tuning procedures.
• Assist integration of NLP models within VA systems.

Skills

Python

NLP

Transformers

SQL

Jupyter

Cloud NLP

Collab coding

Data storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Math/CS/Stats

Tools

Amazon Comprehend Medical

Google Cloud NLP

Transformers

Job description

SteerBridge is a modern technology company delivering innovative, mission‑focused solutions to the U.S. Government and private sector. Leveraging deep expertise in federal acquisition, digital transformation, and emerging technologies, we deliver agile, commercial‑grade capabilities that accelerate operational effectiveness and drive measurable mission success.

At the core of SteerBridge is our people—especially the veterans whose leadership, problem‑solving mindset, and commitment to excellence elevate every project we support. We don’t simply hire exceptional talent; we cultivate it, creating meaningful career pathways for veterans, military spouses, and professionals who share our passion for advancing technology and strengthening the missions we serve.

Position Overview

SteerBridge is seeking an NLP Data Scientist to support the Modern Disability Claims program, applying natural language processing and machine learning to extract, structure, and analyze medical and claims data in support of VA disability claims adjudication. This role blends deep NLP/transformer expertise with hands‑on experience in healthcare and claims data.

Key Responsibilities

• Extract medical and claims‑relevant data using NLP; tune models with VA datasets.
• Build and maintain NLP pipelines to support automation and analytics in claims adjudication.
• Collaborate with VA stakeholders to define data science requirements and deliver impactful solutions.
• Ensure quality control, model accuracy, and performance through testing and iteration.
• Document data processing workflows, model design, and tuning procedures.
• Contribute to integration of NLP models within VA systems and infrastructure.

Required Qualifications

• Must hold, or be able to obtain, a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelors in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related discipline — or equivalent experience.
• 5-8 years of experience with Python, Amazon Comprehend Medical, Google Cloud NLP, and transformers.
• Familiar with SQL, Jupyter notebooks, and collaborative coding environments.
• Ability to communicate complex data science concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and deliver data science projects in a government or healthcare setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of healthcare‑related data including EMRs, claims, clinical codes (ICD, CPT), and terminology.
• Experience working in cloud environments (AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure).