Mid-Level Data Scientist

*PREREQUISITES*

• Must be a US citizen

• Must Reside in the DMV Area (DC, Maryland, Virginia)

• Must have a minimum of 5-10 years Experience

• Bachelor's Degree Highly Preferred

PLEASE NOTE:

• No C2C Opportunities

• Background check is Mandatory for the position

General Job Description: Supports data analysis, predictive modeling, AI/ML initiatives, and operational analytics activities supporting enterprise reporting and decision-making objectives.

Expertise with deep learning frameworks/tools such as TensorFlow, PyTorch/ PyCharm and

Keras.

Fluent in data science programming languages such as Python, R and at least one other

programming language, e.g., Java, C#, especially on Graphics Processing Unit (GPU).

Hands-on experience with Azure Artificial Intelligence (AI) services (Azure Machine Learning

[ML], Azure Cognitive Search, Azure OpenAI).

Deep understanding of Large Language Model (LLM) architectures and fine-tuning techniques.

Experience with Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) frameworks (LangChain, LlamaIndex,

Semantic Kernel).

Knowledge of vector databases and embedding models.

Familiarity with Machine Learning Operations (MLOps) practices (Continuous

Integration/Continuous Deployment [CI/CD], monitoring, model lifecycle management).

In-depth knowledge of software/engineering lifecycle and principles (source control/git,

debugging, testing, Jenkins, deployment, model retraining, CI/CD).

Qualifications

• Years of Experience: 5+ years

• Recommended Certifications: Data analytics or AI/ML certifications preferred.

• Relevant federal IT experience, technical capability, and operational support experience aligned to assigned labor category.