Senior Data Scientist (Cleared) Hybrid

mathematical/statistical/data

Key Responsibilities: 

• Ability to perform knowledge elicitation from customer subject matter experts and convert that to rigorously derived algorithms

• Analyzing large data sets to identify actionable insights with mathematical and statistical rigor

• Ability to rigorously critique and correct intermediate results to improve the algorithmic outcomes.

• Designing and deploying deep learning algorithms and predictive models

• Developing custom data models and algorithms to apply to data sets

• Assessing the effectiveness and accuracy of new data sources and data gathering techniques

• Developing processes and tools to monitor and analyze model performance and data accuracy

• Ability to interpret and communicate results to non-technical customers.

Basic Qualifications: 

• 10 years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning Models, Question Answering, Text Mining, Information Retrieval, Distributional Semantics, Data Science, Knowledge Engineering. Education can be considered in lieu of experience

• US Citizenship Required as part of Federal Contract

• Active High-level Clearance Required

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computational Linguistics, Artificial Intelligence or related areas

• Experience in productization of machine learning algorithms and the ability to deliver data science components that are part of successful deliverables

• Working knowledge of general machine learning algorithms and also NLP, Graph Theory,  and Network Analysis

• Fluency in one or more programming languages (Python, Java, R, etc.)

• Experience with statistical data analysis, experimental design, and hypotheses validation

• Experience with database querying like using SQL. Readiness to collaborate with engineering teams, project teams and customers to develop prototypes and software products.

Working at ICF

Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. Learn more about what we dohttps://www.icf.com/ and our commitment to inclusionhttps://www.icf.com/company/about/diversity-inclusion.

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Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email icfcareercenter@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about non-discrimination:  Know Your Rights and  Pay Transparency Statement.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position is:

$125,443.00 - $213,252.00

Arlington, VA (VA31)