Position Title: Junior Data Scientist
Location: Ashburn VA
Type: Full-Time Direct Hire
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated Data Scientist who can not only execute technical work but also clearly articulate their approach methods and reasoning. This is not a role for someone who simply follows step-by-step directions we need a self-starter who can work independently problem-solve and bring their own expertise to the table.
Responsibilities
Work with data from proprietary internal databases applying strong database and data wrangling skills.
Develop train and deploy AI/ML models to support business and technical objectives.
Utilize Python and its core data science libraries (e.g. PyTorch NumPy Pandas etc.) for data analysis modeling and automation.
Explain and present data findings methodologies and processes clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Collaborate with team members while taking ownership of assigned tasks and projects with minimal supervision.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Data Science Mathematics Statistics or a related field.
13 years of hands-on experience in data science or a related role.
Strong proficiency with Python and relevant libraries (PyTorch NumPy Pandas etc.).
AI/ML experience is required.
Working knowledge of databases and SQL with the ability to manipulate and analyze data from internal/proprietary systems.
Excellent communication skills able to explain processes methods and results clearly and effectively.
Independent proactive mindset with the ability to solve problems with minimal direction.
Preferred Skills
Experience with additional machine learning frameworks or deep learning tools.
Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS Azure GCP) for data science workflows.
Prior experience working with proprietary or custom databases.