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Senior Data Scientist (Remote)

GovCIO • Dover, DE • 21h ago

United States

Suitability/Public Trust

Fully remote

Information Technology

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Data Scientist to support the Department of Veterans Affais (VA) data Modernization initiative. This position will be fully remote located within the United States.

Responsibilities

Consult with internal clients and build data products / workflows to support critical operations

Migrate and modernize clients' workload from legacy environment to the cloud to realize quantifiable improvements

Spearhead AI adoption with clients to drive business outcomes

Create reference use cases with supporting tutorials, reference code, and training to drive the adoption of cloud tooling for concrete business results

Host office hours to upskill clients

Develop, train, and deploy machine learning to solve complex business problems

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems, Business or related scientific/technical discipline,+15 years experience (or commensurate experience).

Proficient in Python and advanced SQL for data analysis

2+ years' experience performing work on leading cloud platforms such as Databricks, Azure, AWS, and GCP

Experience in the end-end data science workflow, from identifying datasets to production, and associated tooling (NumPy, SciPy, MLFlow)

Solid understanding of traditional machine learning toolboxes

Working knowledge of large language models (LLMs) and agentic AI workflow

Clearance Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a suitability/public trust clearance

Preferred Skills and Experience

5+ years data scientist experience shipping multiple products in operation

2+ year experience in building visualized insights (dashboards and reports) supporting operational needs

Prior experience using R / Stata / SAS

Experience of refactoring of R / Stata / SAS codebase to Python

Prior experience shipping products leveraging LLMs or AI agents

Posted Salary Range

USD $185,000.00 - USD $205,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:

During the Interview Process

Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team

Camera must be on

A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

During the Hiring Process

Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening

Background check, to include:

Criminal history (past 7 years)

Verification of your highest level of education

Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Corporate Discounts

Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content

Training, Education and Certification Assistance*

Referral Bonus Program

Internal Mobility Program

Pet Insurance

Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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