Senior Data Scientist - SOF Analytics & Strategic Insights

Maximus; Concord (NH); Remote; USD 153,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts and perks

Job summary

Maximus is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to support the POTFF program for USSOCOM, focusing on identifying innovative solutions to improve SOF warrior and family well-being. You will consult with units and POTFF staff to capture data and identify opportunities for data-driven improvements.

The role requires an active security posture, government program experience, and strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• BS, MS (preferred), or PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Computer Science, - Machine Learning or a related field.
• 7+ years of relevant professional experience in data analysis/science with heavy emphasis on data-driven decision making.
• Excellent understanding of machine learning techniques and algorithms, such as k-NN, Naive Bayes, SVM, Decision Trees, etc.
• Experience with common data science toolkits. Excellence in multiple of these is highly desirable
• Experience with data visualization tools
• Advanced applied statistics skills, such as distributions, statistical testing, regression, etc.
• Highly skilled in using query languages such as SQL and expert use of relational databases and SQL
• Experience working with large data sets, experience working with (not architecture design of) distributed or cloud computing tools a plus
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision or work cooperatively in a technical team as required.
• Must possess superior oral and written communication skills.
• A strong passion for empirical research and for answering complex questions with data.
• Leadership in prioritizing projects and evaluating data analysis solutions
• Experience working directly with business users and requirements documentation
• Experience with solution/vendor evaluation and evaluating product ROI
• Experience with government sponsored health care programs and operations desirable.

Responsibilities

• Expertly interpret results using a range of techniques, from basic data aggregation and statistical analysis to advanced data mining and pattern recognition.
• Select crucial features, construct, and refine classifiers using cutting-edge machine learning techniques for enhanced performance
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) in data and analytics, providing guidance and expertise to peer analysts and operational stakeholders.
• Identify the most suitable decision technology techniques to apply within various analytical frameworks.
• Utilize appropriate statistical analysis and quantitative methods to thoroughly examine data, forecast future trends, and account for variability.
• Expand and refine MAXIMUS data collection procedures to encompass information crucial for building robust analytical systems.
• Develop automated anomaly detection systems and consistently monitor model performance for continuous improvement.
• Lead project management activities and facilitate team communication and strategy implementation.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and systems relevant to MAXIMUS initiatives, ensuring the continuous growth of the team's expertise.
• Drive the execution of additional MAXIMUS areas of strategic interest, further enhancing the organization's capabilities and impact.

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Computer Science or Machine Learning

Tools

SQL

Python

Data Visualization

Job description

Maximus is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to support the POTFF program for USSOCOM, focusing on identifying innovative solutions to improve SOF warrior and family well-being. You will consult with units and POTFF staff to capture data and identify opportunities for data-driven improvements.

The role requires an active security posture, government program experience, and strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.