Senior Data Scientist — Remote Impact & ML Leader

MAXIMUS; Marquette (MI); Remote; USD 153,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

MAXIMUS is seeking an experienced data scientist to interpret results, build ML models, and lead analytics initiatives across complex data sets. You will work with stakeholders to translate business needs into data-driven solutions, leveraging advanced statistics and ML techniques.

The role emphasizes collaboration, independent problem solving, and staying current with new technologies to strengthen MAXIMUS analytics capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 7+ years in data analysis/science.
• Advanced degree in statistics, math, OR, or CS preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ML algorithms: k-NN, Naive Bayes, SVM, decision trees.
• Experience with data science toolkits and visualization tools.
• Excellent SQL skills and relational databases.
• Ability to work independently or in a team and communicate well.
• Experience with government-sponsored health care programs desirable.

Responsibilities

• Interpret results using data aggregation, statistics, and data mining.
• Select features and develop classifiers using ML techniques.
• Act as SME in data and analytics for stakeholders.
• Identify suitable analysis techniques for various frameworks.
• Apply statistical methods to forecast trends and predictions.
• Develop automated anomaly detection and monitor model performance.
• Lead project management and cross-team communication.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies relevant to MAXIMUS initiatives.
• Drive expansion of MAXIMUS analytics capabilities.

Skills

Machine learning

Statistical analysis

SQL

Python

Data visualization

Communication skills

Leadership

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in a quantitative field

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Statistics/Math/OR/CS

Tools

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)

Data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)

ML frameworks (scikit-learn, TensorFlow)

Job description

MAXIMUS is seeking an experienced data scientist to interpret results, build ML models, and lead analytics initiatives across complex data sets. You will work with stakeholders to translate business needs into data-driven solutions, leveraging advanced statistics and ML techniques.

The role emphasizes collaboration, independent problem solving, and staying current with new technologies to strengthen MAXIMUS analytics capabilities.