Sr. Data Scientist

BigBear.ai; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

BigBear.ai seeks a Senior Data Scientist to perform data analytics, data mining, predictive analytics, and visualization to enable informed decisions. The role supports a DoW program based in Washington, DC or the NCR with on-site responsibility.

The candidate will build ML-based tools, apply statistical methods, and integrate diverse data sources using Python, R, and SQL, contributing to large-scale, multi-INT analytics and automated predictive analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in data science, data engineering, mathematics or related field.
• 8+ years of data science/engineering analysis with recent work.
• Proficiency in Python, R and/or SQL.
• Experience with large data, multi-INT analytics, ML and automated predictive analytics.
• Ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance (or higher) if required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data from diverse sources to enable informed analytics decisions.
• Develop ML-based tools and predictive analytics solutions.
• Create visualizations and narratives using Power BI/Tableau.
• Collaborate on data engineering, data mining and modeling efforts.
• Support DoW program data analysis within DC/NCR.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

TS/SCI clearance

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in data science, data engineering, mathematics, or related field

Master's degree in data science, data engineering, mathematics, or related field

Job description

Residency

All applicants must reside in the United States at the time of application.

Overview

BigBear.ai is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to conduct data analytics, data engineering, data mining, exploratory analysis, predictive analysis, and statistical analysis using scientific techniques to correlate data into graphical, written, visual, and verbal narrative products to enable more informed analytic decisions. The successful candidate will proactively retrieve information from various sources, analyze it for better understanding, and assist with building AI tools that automate key processes. This position will be based out of Washington, D.C. or the greater National Capital Region (NCR). This is an opportunity to get in on the "ground level" of a new and exciting program with a critical Department of War (DoW) customer.

What you will do

Duties typically include: creating various ML-based tools or processes, such as recommendation engines or automated lead scoring systems. Perform statistical analysis, apply data mining techniques, and build high quality prediction systems. The successful candidate should be skilled in data visualization and use of graphical applications, including Microsoft Office (Power BI) and Tableau; major data science languages, such as R and Python; managing and merging of disparate data sources, preferably through R, Python, or SQL; statistical analysis; and data mining algorithms. Additionally, the candidate should have prior experience with large data Multi-INT analytics, ML, and automated predictive analytics.

What you need to have

• Must possess a TS/SCI clearance with a CI poly (or ability to obtain)
• Bachelor's degree in data science, data engineering, mathematics, or another related field
• Minimum of 8 years of experience conducting analysis using data science or engineering, with at least a portion of experience within the last 2 years
• Deep understanding and experience using Python, R, and/or SQL
• Prior experience with large data, multi-INT analytics, machine learning, and automated predictive analytics

What we'd like you to have

• Master's degree in data science, data engineering, mathematics, or another related field (an additional 5 years of experience may be substituted for this requirement)
• At least 12 years of experience conducting analysis using data science or engineering, with at least a portion of experience within the last 2 years
• Experience working creating products for Object Based Intelligence purposes
• Experience within the DoW and/or the US Intelligence Community

Pay transparency

Please note the targeted compensation range is provided as an estimate, and any actual compensation offer may vary depending on the needs of the company, or an applicant's skillset, competencies, experience, education, certifications, location, or other factors. The estimated range does not include the value of any benefits offered.

About BigBear.ai

BigBear.ai is a leading provider of AI-powered decision intelligence solutions for national security, supply chain management, and digital identity. Customers and partners rely on Bigbear.ai's predictive analytics capabilities in highly complex, distributed, mission-based operating environments. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, BigBear.ai is a public company traded on the NYSE under the symbol BBAI. For more information, visit https://bigbear.ai/ and follow BigBear.ai on LinkedIn: @BigBear.ai and X: @BigBearai.

BigBear.ai is an Equal opportunity employer all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.