Data Scientist
Job Locations
US-VA-Reston
Requisition ID
93
Position Category
Scientific, Research & Analysis
Clearance
Secret
Responsibilities
Peraton is seeking a Junior Data Scientist. The Junior Data Scientist assists in interpreting results from a variety of analytic techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation to machine learning algorithms. This position works directly with project, technical, and business leaders to identify analytical requirements. The Jr Scientist with work with the team to frame and seek answers to mission problems.
The Data Scientist will work on design and maintenance for end-to-end machine learning pipelines including data ingestion, transformation, continuous model updating, streaming analytics, and API delivered model prediction. The Jr Data Scientist will visualize analytical results of analytical outputs and implement analytics into software applications.
Essential Functions:
Involved in the analysis of unstructured and semi-structured data, using AI/ML techniques - deep learning, NLP, computer vision, large language models (LLMs) on hybrid, multi-cloud infrastructures. - Knowledge of traditional statistical methods, including but not limited to, regression models, survival analysis, classification methods clustering, projection, natural language processing, and others using Python and/or R.
- Has the ability to make discoveries in the world of big data. Requires strong computational skills - engineering, physics, mathematics, coupled with the ability to code design, develop, and deploy applications using advanced unstructured and semi-structured data analysis techniques.
- Executes sound data science methods from data preparation to modeling, test and evaluation using advanced tools and computational skills to interpret, connect, predict and make discoveries in complex data. Deliver recommendations for business and analytic decisions.
Capabilities:
- Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams effectively and drive projects to completion
- Demonstrate strong competency in statistical research activities and in application of novel methods
- Ability to learn, be proactive and motivated, and consistently focus on detail and execution
- Experience managing statistical consulting projects with people outside the discipline
- Ability to research and learn suggested approaches to complex problems and structure data properly for implementation of these methods
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- 0 years with BS/BA; 4 years no degree
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact with technical and non-technical team members
- Excellent organizational skills with ability to work on multiple projects/assignments simultaneously and meet deadlines and goals
- Understanding mission problem, preparing data for modeling, evaluating and testing AI/ML models to build outputs that address business problems
- Application of natural language processing, computer vision and LLM. Usage of R, Python packages, LLMs
- Working knowledge of data retrieval methods, APIs, for ability to self-service data. Experience with software development, either with COTS or an open-source enterprise software development stack.
- Experience with Cloud-based data analysis tools in Azure, AWS and/or Google.
- Experience with visual analytic tools like Microsoft PowerBI, Tableau, etc.
- Knowledge of responsible AI principles
- Ability to learn new AI/ML techniques and technologies in a rapidly dynamic field.
Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$51,000 - $82,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
EEO
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.