Data Scientist

Location

Norfolk, VA | United States

Job description

Data Scientist

DEFTEC delivers mission-critical solutions through skillfully delivered services and innovative products. We are inspired by the critical missions of our clients, and we are driven to provide the most effective solutions to execute their missions, operational challenges, and requirements. Our dedicated, experienced, and talented employees work closely with our clients to ensure the delivery of exceptional services and products.

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position directly supports Allied Command Transformation (ACT) which is NATO's leading agent for change: driving, facilitating, and advocating the continuous improvement of Alliance capabilities to maintain and enhance the military relevance and effectiveness of the Alliance. The main objectives of ACT are: providing appropriate support to NATO missions and operations; leading NATO military transformation; improving relationships, interaction and practical cooperation with partners, nations and international organizations.

Data science, data analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are at the top of NATO's political and military agenda. Enhanced situation awareness and data-driven decision-making are among NATO's strategic ambitions requiring a significant increase in data science and AI efforts across the Alliance and in particular in ACT, which is leading many of these transformational activities.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As a member of the Data Science & Artificial Intelligence Section, responsible to the Section Head/COTR, you will contribute to the development and implementation of an enabling data science and AI capability at HQ SACT and for the NATO Enterprise in particular in the context of the ongoing implementation of the Data Exploitation Framework and Program.
• Identifies, contributes to and implements ML/AI initiatives across HQ SACT and the NATO Enterprise with suggestions for ML approaches and implementation, including the processing of training data and performance assessment of machine learning techniques on datasets.
• Applies existing data science techniques to new problems and datasets using specialized programming techniques to meet needs of the project and customer.
• Evaluates the outcomes and performance of data science models. Identifies and implements opportunities to train and improve models and the data they use.
• Publishes and reports on machine learning model outputs to meet customer needs and conforming to agreed standards.
• Has in-depth knowledge of NLP, application of ML, or computer vision.
• Has experience with Generative AI.
• Supports review of data science and AI activities, processes, products, or services.
• Works in conjunction with other data professionals (such as data scientists, data and information managers, data engineers), software engineers and SMEs from different functional areas, branches and directorates within HQ SACT or NATO entities, as directed, for example in support of Minimum Viable Product (MVP) development of the ACT Innovation Branch.
• Provides subject matter expertise to (military and civilian) staff within HQ SACT or the NATO Enterprise and develop proofs of concept, as directed.
• Supports internal and external communities that bring together DS & AI practitioners and consumers.
• Supports development of scientific studies.
• Supports educational efforts and training development related to data, AI or digital literacy.
• Remains up-to-date with new developments in data science and AI to bring innovative ideas into implementation.
• Supports building a data-driven culture that uses analytics to generate insights, improve decision making at all levels, inform strategy and policy decisions, and improve performance.
• Performs additional tasks as required by the COTR related to the LABOR category.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Active NATO or National Secret Clearance
• A Master's degree or higher at a nationally recognized/certified university in Data Science, Data Analytics, AI engineering, or a related discipline such as Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Software Engineering OR four years minimum professional experience in the area of Data Science, including providing analysis and advice in the field of data science, within the last five years.
• Proven work experience as a Data Scientist, ML Engineer or a similar role in the last four years.
• Proficient in Machine Learning/AI, statistical and mathematical analysis.
• Experience in modern software architecture and software development related to data science, analytics and AI, e.g. Python, SQL, R.
• Experience with machine learning and AI frameworks, using e.g. TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, or other modern machine learning frameworks.
• Experience with planning, executing and maintaining Data Science pipelines.
• Experience visualizing data and producing high quality graphs and reports, charts and interactive dashboards using tools such as Tableau, MS Power BI, Kibana.
• Experience with agile methodologies.
• Experience in providing training in various areas related to data science, analytics, and AI at different technical levels.
• Portfolio of demonstrable products available via GitLab, or other platforms.
• Ability to work in a cloud environment, in particular Microsoft Azure, or Amazon Web Services.
• Working experience in an international environment with both military and civilian elements.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, with excellent briefing skills.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working within a Big Data ecosystem, with tools such as Databricks, Spark etc.
• Experience working with open source and publicly available data.
• Experienced 'data storyteller'.
• Experience working on military staff.
• Knowledge of NATO organization and its functions.
• Experience in project management.

DEFTEC offers a comprehensive whole-life benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, holiday, paid time off, 401K with a match, life insurance, short/long-term disability, and educational reimbursement.

DEFTEC is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

AAP/EEO Statement

DEFTEC Corp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding , and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics ), genetic information, age, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, denial of family and medical care leave, arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state or local law.

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