Data Scientist, Level 2
At a glance
Mid-level Data Science role at Independent Software. Annapolis Junction · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $130,000–$190,000.
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What you'll do
- Manage tasks on Big Data platforms while analyzing complex datasets with programming and analytical methods
- Build, test and tune prototype algorithms for mission-specific problems, then assess their analytical performance
- Prepare data for analysis by cleaning, transforming and automating processing workflows
- Create visualizations and document methods, algorithms and findings to make results clear to technical and mission teams
What you bring
- You meet either a bachelor’s degree plus three years of relevant work, or an associate degree plus five years
- Your education is in a relevant technical area, or another discipline paired with a data science certificate from an accredited college or university
- You have experience with large-scale data, programming for analysis or algorithms, and preparing complex datasets
- You hold an active TS/SCI clearance with the appropriate polygraph
Who this fits
This mid-level role suits you if you can work independently and alongside technical and mission teams. You’ll need to meet one of the stated education-and-experience pathways and hold the required active clearance.
From the employer
What You Will Do:
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.
Key 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
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- 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
Education and Experience:
Candidates must meet one of the following:
- Bachelor's degree with three (3) years of relevant experience; OR
- Associate's degree with five (5) years of relevant experience
Degrees in Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Physical Sciences, or other scientific disciplines with a strong computational, mathematics, or computer science background may also be considered.
Candidates with other degree disciplines may qualify if they have earned a Data Science certificate from an accredited college or university.
Relevant experience may include machine learning, data science, advanced analytics, statistical analysis, programming, data management, data mining, data modeling, artificial intelligence, or software engineering.
Clearance Requirement:
- Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role
Why Choose Independent Software:
At Independent Software, our people are the mission. We’ve built a company around collaboration, integrity, and innovation and we make sure our team has the tools and support to grow, succeed, and thrive.
When you join us, you will:
- Support critical national security missions that matter
- Be part of a close-knit, employee-first culture where your voice is heard
- Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
- Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work-life balance
Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of something bigger.
Apply today.
We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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