Data Scientist Principal
Skills
About the role
Clearance Level
None
Category
Data Science and Data Engineering
Location
Remote, Working from the USA
Key Skills For Success
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Big Data
Data Engineering
REQ#: RQ227145
Public Trust: BI Full 6C (T4)
Requisition Type: Regular
Your Impact
Own your opportunity to support the missions that matter. From working with technologies like AI, cyber and cloud to careers in intelligence and health, we offer endless opportunities to apply your expertise to create a safer, smarter world while building new skills to propel your career forward.
Job Description
Build the AI/ML solutions that help our clients turn data into action as a Data Scientist Principal at GDIT. Your work will deliver transformative solutions to our clients' big data obstacles and help advance the mission. Here, you can make a meaningful impact on our clients' mission and on your career.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. GDIT Technology Shared Services (TSS) is seeking a Data Scientist Principal to transform how government agencies use data. Our work depends on a hands-on data scientist joining our team to design and implement artificial intelligence solutions supporting the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Hosting, Operations & Maintenance (HOM) program.
HOW THE DATA SCIENTIST PRINCIPAL WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:
Accelerate our work by integrating advanced AI capabilities across our suite
Accelerate the use of and evaluate the efficacy of AI coding tools across the team
Implement both custom-built and vendor/COTS AI solutions, hands-on, from prototype through production
Design and implement AI solutions for automated program accomplishment tracking and reporting, including intelligent classification systems and proactive knowledge management
Implement generative AI (GenAI) with large language models (LLMs) and retrieval augmented generation (RAG) to deliver precise, data-driven responses
Build an agentic framework enabling service ticket management, account administration, and intelligent journey orchestration
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Education: Master's Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience: 8+ years of experience as a data scientist with a proven track record of deploying AI/ML production solutions required
Strong AI/ML coding ability, with the capability to implement both custom and vendor-based solutions independently and use of AI coding tools
Experience with generative AI (GenAI) using large language models (LLMs)
Strong foundation in machine learning, statistical analysis, and experimental design with both quantitative and qualitative data
Expertise in AI/ML cloud technologies (preferably on AWS, including Bedrock, Lambda, and SageMaker)
Experienced with Python data science stack (Pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, PyTorch/TensorFlow) and SQL
Experience integrating AI solutions with legacy enterprise systems and orchestration platforms
Experience in establishing and scaling AI/ML programs, developing roadmaps, and increasing user/tool adoption
Familiarity with data engineering, ETL processes, data pipelines, and APIs
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts to stakeholders and leadership
Ability to supervise and mentor other AI/ML Data Scientists
Security Clearance Level: Must be able to pass a background check to obtain a position of Public Trust
Location: Remote
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in data science and engineering at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your determination for solving complex data challenges.
#GDITLA
Work Requirements
Years of Experience
8 + years of related experience
may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree
Certification
Travel Required
Less than 10%
Salary and Benefit Information
The likely salary range for this position is $144,500 - $195,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Our Identity Verification Process
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.
About Our Work
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.
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