Senior Data Scientist, TS/SCI Clearance

Rividium Inc; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RiVidium, Inc. seeks a Senior Data Scientist to transform complex data into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions. You will lead end-to-end data science initiatives—from data collection and model development to deployment and performance monitoring.

The role requires deep expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning, and big data technologies, with collaboration across stakeholders to deliver scalable, data-driven solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, or related quantitative field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience
• 6-8 years of experience leading and executing data science projects in risk modeling, real-time analytics, performance optimization, or quality assessment
• Proficiency in Python, R, Java, C++, MATLAB or similar
• Experience with SQL, PL/SQL, NoSQL or Hadoop-based database technologies
• Hands-on experience with data visualization tools and techniques
• Strong knowledge of machine learning algorithms, statistical modeling, and data mining techniques
• Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Apache Spark, or similar platforms
• Familiarity with NLP and/or image processing techniques
• Experience with Microsoft tools including SharePoint
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Experience across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments with Docker, Kubernetes, AWS ECS
• Experience with data science platforms such as RStudio, Spark
• Strong documentation and project management skills
• Active TS/SCI clearance at contract start

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced statistical and machine learning models
• Translate complex data into actionable insights to support business strategy and decision-making
• Manage data science projects from conception through deployment, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business needs and develop data-driven solutions
• Build and optimize predictive models to solve complex problems and forecast outcomes
• Analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Design and implement data platforms for analysis, experimentation, and scalability
• Assess and improve data quality, data sources, and data collection methodologies
• Develop algorithms and analytical tools to extract insights from structured and unstructured data
• Present findings through clear visualizations and storytelling for technical and non-technical audiences
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in data science methodologies and technologies
• Ensure data standardization, governance, and best practices across projects
• Stay current with emerging trends in data science, machine learning, and AI

Skills

Python

R

Java

C++

MATLAB

SQL

NoSQL

Hadoop

Data visualization

Machine learning

NLP

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Spark

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science / Data Science / Statistics / Applied Mathematics / Operations Research

Equivalent experience in related quantitative fields (economics, engineering, physics)

Tools

RStudio

Spark

Hadoop

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Job description

RiVidium, Inc. seeks a Senior Data Scientist to transform complex data into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions. You will lead end-to-end data science initiatives—from data collection and model development to deployment and performance monitoring.

The role requires deep expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning, and big data technologies, with collaboration across stakeholders to deliver scalable, data-driven solutions.