Data Scientist (Biometrics)

SAIC • Ashburn, VA • 2h ago

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.

JOB RESPONSIBILITES

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

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

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

CUSTOMER REQUIREMENTS

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

REQNUMBER: 2511519

SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

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