Senior Data Scientist

ICF is looking for a Senior Data Scientist to support a large Strategy and Business Solutions Support Contract. If you are looking for an opportunity to help inform and direct IT investment modernization effort, join our team. This position is predominantly remote; however, you may be required to work at the Federal client’s location in Arlington, VA on occasions.

What you’ll be doing:

• Serving as the lead developer for a proof-of-concept project which will automate parts of an insurance determination process using AI/ML capabilities.

• Working on an advanced, complex technical project requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge.

• Applying Artificial Intelligence and/or Machine Learning to solve business needs.

• Providing expertise, leadership, and guidance as it relates to Artificial Intelligence and/or Machine Learning.

• Identifying trends, patterns, and problems by analyzing complex and unstructured data.

• Designing, developing, and implementing viable business solutions to determine feasibility.

• Designing and implementing underlying data models and databases.

• Interpreting results from multiple sources using a variety of techniques ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data mining.

• Understanding end goals for projects and working autonomously as appropriate.

• Working with project team members, subject matter experts, and senior leadership.

What you’ll need:

• 10 years of experience.

• US Citizenship (required by federal government).

• Master’s degree.

Additional Qualifications

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL.

• Familiarity with cloud platforms, most specifically Microsoft Azure.

• Strong knowledge of machine learning algorithms and statistical modeling techniques.

• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.

• Excellent communication skills and collaboration skills.

• Experience using GitHub, Databricks, and other relevant tools.

• Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI or similar tools.

• Ability to translate technical findings into business insights.

• Ability to work cross-functionally with business and IT teams.

• Ability to identify problems; determine accuracy and relevance of information; use sound judgement to generate and evaluate alternatives and make recommendations.

• Experience in applying Artificial Intelligence and/or Machine Learning to solve business needs.

• Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.

• Ability to thoroughly pay attention to details when performing and reviewing work.

• Ability to work with clients and customers to asses their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, and satisfy their expectations.

• Proficiency in using Microsoft applications (Work, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and Visio).

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Experience working in the government and the financial industry

• Experience with Big Data Technologies.

• Familiarity with containerization and DevOps practices.

• Experience with ETL tools and data integration.

• Working understanding of Federal IT services models and frameworks to support the project team to meet client requirements.

• Exceptional verbal and writing communication skills, including editing and proofreading.

• Demonstrated customer service orientation and outstanding level of professionalism in providing client support.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

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