Data Scientist, Level 2

Independent Software•Columbia, MD

About The Position

At Independent Software, as a Data Scientist Level 2, you will support Big Data platforms and develop analytical solutions for complex mission data. You will use programming, data science, and computational techniques to develop and refine algorithms, analyze large datasets, and create visualizations that support data-driven decision-making.

Requirements

Experience working with Big Data platforms or large-scale data environments
Programming experience supporting data analysis or algorithm development
Experience developing, implementing, or refining analytical algorithms
Experience analyzing large or complex datasets
Experience with data manipulation, processing, and transformation
Experience developing data visualizations and communicating analytical results
Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a technical team
Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role

Responsibilities

Perform tasks associated with Big Data platform management
Analyze large and complex datasets using programming and analytical techniques
Develop prototype algorithms to address mission-specific analytical problems
Implement, test, and refine algorithms to improve analytical performance
Clean, transform, and prepare data for analysis
Build and automate data-processing and analytical workflows
Apply statistical, computational, and data science techniques to complex problems
Develop data visualizations to communicate analytical results
Document analytical methodologies, algorithms, and findings
Collaborate with technical and mission teams to support operational objectives