Senior Data Scientist

PlanIT Group, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to support a Federal client in Washington, DC. The role involves data analysis, software development, and collaboration with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have experience with analytic tools and must obtain a Position of Public Trust Clearance.

Qualifications

• Experience with analytic tools like Power BI, Python, and R.
• Understanding of Section 508 regulations.
• Must obtain Position of Public Trust Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct data analysis and data mining using various tools.
• Provide user support and problem resolution.
• Create and maintain system and technical documentation.

Skills

Data analysis

Data mining

Agile methodologies

Communication

Tools

Power BI

Python

R

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PlanIT Group is seeking a Senior Data Scientist for our Federal customer in the Washington, DC area. The ideal candidate must provide various general classes of services and subject matter experts capable of working independently, with other vendor team members, and as part of an existing team. The effective provision of the services requires careful interaction with the client project manager, contractors, product vendors, and management.

Job Details

• Job Title: Senior Data Scientist
• Location: remote
• Start Date: 04/14/25
• Submit resumes by: 04/04/25
• Duration: One year plus annual extensions

Description

To support the US Government client’s mission, projects, and system requirements, the team requires sophisticated information technology system support services. The Supplier must provide various general classes of services and subject matter experts capable of working independently, with other vendor team members, and as part of an existing team. The effective provision of the services requires careful interaction with the client project manager, contractors, product vendors, and management.

The support services shall include but are not limited to:

• Conduct data analysis and data mining using a variety of analytic tools.
• Apply standard software development methodologies as defined in the Software Development Framework (SDF) to successfully complete projects (currently uses Agile methodologies and VersionOne as the standard Agile support tool).
• Show a high level of competence in the operating environment tools and technology.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the assigned systems and an understanding of the business processes that support the systems and operations.
• Provide user support and problem resolution for assigned work.
• Create and maintain required system and technical documentation.
• Communicate project status, deliverables, priorities, problems, risks, issues, and contingencies as directed by Endpoint Technology personnel.
• Work proactively with customers/end users of application(s) to ensure needs are being met/managed positively.
• Develop as directed by project leaders/managers.
• Provide monthly status reports, including key performance metrics, as defined in the SDF.
• Provide turnover documentation, including transition planning, documented best practices, and workflow improvements, as required by project leaders/managers.
• Provide integrated architectural and program support services for the Endpoint Technology.
• Support network systems, desktop computing, application design, telecom development and implementation, risk reduction, and maintenance.
• Offer technical and industry advisory services and deliverables.

Additional Support

Under US Government guidance, support includes:

• Data analysis and reporting
• Descriptive and prescriptive analytics
• Schedule, quality, and risk management
• Weekly and monthly status reporting for executive presentations
• Project benefits/outcome services and deliverables
• Technical and functional industry advisory services

Technical Requirements

• Experience developing software systems using UP, RAD, and Agile methodologies.
• Proficiency with analytic tools such as Power BI, Python, and R.
• Ability to conduct data mining and analysis.
• Understanding of Section 508 regulations and web-based application compliance.

Additional Provisions

• Must obtain a Position of Public Trust Clearance.
• Pass client-mandated clearance including drug screening, criminal history, and credit check.
• US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required.
• Residency in the US for the past 5 years.
• No more than 6 months travel outside the US in the past five years (military service excluded).

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT
• Industries: Biotechnology, IT Services, and Consulting

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