Senior Data Scientist - Remote, ML & Forecasting Leader

MAXIMUS; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 153,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

MAXIMUS is seeking a senior data scientist to interpret results, build classifiers, and guide stakeholders with data-driven insights. You will expand data collection, refine analytical systems, and lead ML model development across projects.

The role emphasizes staying current with emerging technologies, driving strategic analytics initiatives, and collaborating with business users to ensure ROI and impactful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Requires a BS/MS/PhD in a relevant field with 7+ years of data analysis experience.
• Proficient in ML algorithms (k-NN, Naive Bayes, SVM, trees) and data tooling.
• Strong SQL skills and experience with large, distributed data sets.

Responsibilities

• Interpret results using data analytics, statistics, and ML techniques.
• Select features and build classifiers to improve performance.
• Serve as SME in data analytics for stakeholders.

Skills

Data analysis

Machine learning

SQL querying

Data visualization

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Statistics/Math/ CS field

PhD preferred

Tools

Python / R

Hadoop / Spark

TensorFlow

Job description

MAXIMUS is seeking a senior data scientist to interpret results, build classifiers, and guide stakeholders with data-driven insights. You will expand data collection, refine analytical systems, and lead ML model development across projects.

The role emphasizes staying current with emerging technologies, driving strategic analytics initiatives, and collaborating with business users to ensure ROI and impactful outcomes.