Senior Data Scientist for SOF Analytics (Secret)

Maximus; Montgomery (AL); Remote; USD 153,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Health Benefits

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Maximus is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to support the POTFF program for USSOCOM. You will interpret results, build predictive models, and advise stakeholders across SOF to improve warrior and family well‑being. You will lead analytics initiatives, expand data collection, and monitor model performance for continuous improvement.

The role requires advanced statistics, ML proficiency, SQL expertise, and strong communication—alongside a commitment to empirical research and program impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 7+ years of data analysis/science experience.
• Strong knowledge of ML techniques and algorithms (k-NN, Naive Bayes, SVM, Decision Trees).
• Proficiency with SQL and relational databases; data visualization experience.
• Advanced applied statistics and ability to lead data-driven projects.
• Experience collaborating with business users and documenting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Interpret results using a range of analytical techniques and patterns.
• Select features and build classifiers with modern ML methods.
• Act as SME in data and analytics for peers and stakeholders.
• Identify appropriate decision-analytic techniques (optimization, simulation, etc.).
• Forecast trends and maintain reliable predictions with statistics.
• Expand data collection for robust analytics and build anomaly detection.

Skills

Machine Learning

Data Analysis

Statistical Methods

SQL / Relational Databases

Data Visualization

Leadership

Communication

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Statistics / Math / OR / CS

Tools

Machine Learning Toolkits

Distributed / Cloud Computing Tools

Job description

Maximus is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to support the POTFF program for USSOCOM. You will interpret results, build predictive models, and advise stakeholders across SOF to improve warrior and family well‑being. You will lead analytics initiatives, expand data collection, and monitor model performance for continuous improvement.

The role requires advanced statistics, ML proficiency, SQL expertise, and strong communication—alongside a commitment to empirical research and program impact.