Job Description: Senior Data Scientist

Watkins is looking for skilled Senior Data Scientists to join our innovative team. In this role, you will support a federal agency by leading complex technology implementation and data analytics projects. You will also mentor team members while applying advanced data science techniques to optimize our data processes.  A solid understanding of federal grant-making policies and procedures is essential for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead data science projects, providing mentorship and guidance to team members.
• Employ pattern-recognition techniques on large structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data sets to automate and optimize data wrangling processes, including extraction, transformation, and cleaning of data from diverse sources.
• Demonstrate expertise in data modeling, data mining, data cleansing, and segmentation techniques.
• Develop and execute complex SQL queries for data manipulation and analysis in database environments.
• Utilize programming languages and applications (e.g., Python, R, SAS, Tableau, AWS) for data manipulation and statistical analysis.
• Design and implement data models and management tools to support comprehensive end-to-end solutions.
• Work with both small and big data environments, understanding the trade-offs associated with different algorithms.
• Conduct thorough analyses, identify issues, assess risks, and facilitate effective decision-making processes.
• Prepare data and develop management tools and databases that support integrated solutions.
• Stay updated on emerging business and technical concepts relevant to data science.

Qualifications:

• Option 1: Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in data science, focusing on complex technology projects and data analytics, with a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A working knowledge of federal grant-making policies and procedures is required.
• Option 2: Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in data science, focusing on complex technology projects and data analytics, with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A strong understanding of federal grant-making policies and procedures is essential.

Skills:

• Expertise in data mining, data cleansing, and segmentation techniques.
• Proficient in both small and big data environments.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong logical thinking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and effectively lead teams.
• Capacity to work with minimal supervision.

Additional Information:

This position is hybrid, requiring both onsite and telework. We encourage local candidates to apply. If you are passionate about data science and committed to enhancing public sector operations, we invite you to become a part of our team at Watkins.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $135,000.00 - $155,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Gaithersburg, MD 20878