Job Information
TEKsystems Data Scientist Ld in Reston, Virginia
Description:
PURPOSE:
Leads proliferation of machine learning and artificial intelligence throughout the enterprise. Identifies and solves business problems by using various numerical techniques algorithms and models in statistical modeling machine learning operations research and data mining. Uses advanced analytical capabilities to support data science initiatives. Communicates across product teams and with customers and educates on artificial intelligence machine learning and statistical models. Leads interactions between analytics business units and other departments.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
20 Leads all data mining and extraction activities and applies algorithms to derive insights.
15 Synthesizes analytical findings for consumption by the teams and executives.
15 Leads proliferation of machine learning and artificial intelligence solutions.
15 Applies artificial intelligence techniques to achieve concrete business goals while managing limited resources and constraints around data.
15 Mentors and develops junior data scientists for advanced data analysis.
10 Translates business priorities and creates data science deliverables.
10 Leads implementation of ML/AI/DS best practices for new data products and builds robust and scalable software.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
Education Details: Statistics Mathematics Computer Science or related field
Experience: 8 years of relevant work experience.
In Lieu of Education
In lieu of a Bachelor's degree an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Abilities KSAs
Ability to communicate effectively and document objectives and procedures. Expert
Ability to leverage a wide variety of data science tools and frameworks. Expert
Ability to support data exploration and data analysis tasks in support of analytics objectives. Expert
Knowledge in model evaluation tuning and performance operationalization and scalability of scientific techniques. Expert
Proficiency in statistical modeling applications. Expert
Proficiency in advanced SQL in multiple syntaxes. Expert
Proficiency in AWS Ecosystem and tools
Experience working as an AI/ML Engineer
The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment exclusion or other event that makes them ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs. Must be able to effectively work in a fast-paced environment with frequently changing priorities deadlines and workloads that can be variable for long periods of time. Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers within set expectations for service excellence. Must be able to effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging.
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.