Data Scientist (Biometrics) Job Listing at SAIC in Ashburn, VA (Job ID 2511519)

Description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

We are currently seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Data Scientist (Senior) to join our team to begin an exciting and challenging career in Ashburn, VA. Candidates MUST have experience with Biometrics.

• Collect and analyze large data sets from complex data models including relational databases.
• Define acceptance criteria including setting algorithm thresholds based on statistical analysis.
• Develop and identify approaches for predictive models.
• Define and set standards for performing data analysis.
• Manage a small team of data engineers responsible for performing data mining and analysis.
• Interface with clients, project management, stake holders, and development teams.

• Consolidate information into reports.

Qualifications

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH BIOMETRICS.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Computational Statistics, or related field.
• 9+ years of experience in data science techniques – including data analysis, statistical analysis, programming, modeling and design, machine learning, and deep learning.
• Strong programming skills including SQL, Python, PyTorch, other related languages, and data mining tools.
• Strong experience with Python web frameworks (e.g. FastAPI, Django, Flask).
• Solid understanding of modern Python 3.8+ programming.
• Familiarity with Python testing frameworks (e.g. pytest, unittest).
• Strong experience in AWS cloud.
• Strong background in math and statistics.
• Advanced learning techniques - information retrieval, modeling, and entity resolution.
• Knowledge of a variety of data formats such as XML, JSON, and various image formats.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills – candidate must have ability to interface with client upper management staff, stake holders, as well as project managers and development teams.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.

• 3+ years of leadership experience.
• Knowledge working with Unix/Linux.
• Docker.
• Kubernetes.
• Oracle/Postgres DB.
• Experience working with DHS, Customs and Border Protection, or travel related data.
• Experience working with various forms of biometric algorithms, facial recognition preferred.
• Familiarity with NIST standards.
• Master's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Computational Statistics, or related field.

• Clearance – Ability to obtain and hold a public trust position and favorable suitability based on a CBP Background Investigation.
• Citizenship – Must be a US Citizen.
• Location – Location – On-site in Ashburn, VA 5 days per week for the first year of employment. All candidates must be within the GWA/commutable area.