Senior Data Scientist & Data Engineer — AI & ML Specialist

MITRE; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 233,000; Full time

Job summary

MITRE is seeking a hybrid Data Scientist/Data Engineer to tackle high‑impact national security and public interest problems. The role combines data modeling, analytics, ML/AI, and data engineering across the full lifecycle, from processing to deployment.

Applicants should have a strong CS/Math background, hands‑on ML experience, and the ability to work on site for a minimum three days per week. Top Secret clearance is required or must be eligible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience in data science or data engineering.
• Hands‑on proficiency with ML techniques including models and evaluation.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL; familiar with large data sets and analytics.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design data systems and apply advanced analytics, ML, and AI to mission problems.
• Lead data lifecycle activities from modeling to deployment and monitoring.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure scalability, reliability, and secure data handling.

Skills

Python

SQL

Machine Learning

Statistics

Data Modeling

C/C++

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Applied Math / Statistics / Data Science

Master’s degree in CS / Applied Math / Statistics / Data Science

PhD in CS / Applied Math / Statistics / Data Science

Job description

MITRE is seeking a hybrid Data Scientist/Data Engineer to tackle high‑impact national security and public interest problems. The role combines data modeling, analytics, ML/AI, and data engineering across the full lifecycle, from processing to deployment.

Applicants should have a strong CS/Math background, hands‑on ML experience, and the ability to work on site for a minimum three days per week. Top Secret clearance is required or must be eligible.