Data Scientist (Top-Secret)

ITC Federal, Inc.•Reston, VA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

ITC Federal is seeking a Data Scientist to support Microsoft's Spectre team and the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). Spectre advances Geospatial AI by developing foundation models for aerial object detection, tracking, and map generation, as well as an end-to-end AI platform that converts large volumes of data into geospatial insights for mission customers. The team progresses from ideas through experimentation to product development. The position may be filled at the junior, mid, or senior level; candidates at all levels are encouraged to apply, with consideration focused on skills and fit with the program. This is a full-time government-contractor position supporting Microsoft's Spectre team and the NGA. The role is hybrid, with two days onsite at a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) and three days remote. The preferred onsite location is the NGA in Springfield, Virginia; alternative secure workspaces are available in Reston, Virginia, and Redmond, Washington. Candidates must have an active Top Secret security clearance; TS/SCI is preferred but not required. U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the contract.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
Proven experience in data science, software development, data modeling, or data engineering, or equivalent experience.
Data modeling experience.
Active Top Secret security clearance; TS/SCI is preferred but not required.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to function in a general office environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with C++ and Python, including debugging across technology stacks.
Deep learning experience using frameworks such as PyTorch and TensorFlow.
Experience shipping computer vision or machine learning-based runtimes.
Practical experience with geospatial workflows or datasets.
Additional experience may qualify candidates for consideration at the mid or senior level.

Responsibilities

Apply current AI, computer vision, and machine learning algorithms to build customer-centric solutions.
Modify and advance state-of-the-art computer vision approaches to deliver solutions for customers.
Optimize runtime performance of computer vision and machine learning algorithms to meet customer requirements across hardware platforms.
Partner with engineers, data scientists, designers, and program managers to deliver sound technical designs.
Embody the company's culture and values.