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LMI

Senior Data Modeling & Lead Data Scientist - Clearance Required

LMI, Mc Lean, Virginia, us, 22107

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Overview LMI is seeking a seasoned Lead Data Scientist to spearhead the development, testing, and deployment of machine learning (ML) models. These models are crucial for encapsulating extensive discrete event simulation data, aiding a critical supply chain risk program for the Department of Defense.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission‑ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission‑ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities

Direct a dynamic team of data scientists to swiftly develop and implement ML meta models that encapsulate numerous simulated scenarios across a vast inventory of weapon system components

Apply Design of Experiments (DOE) and meta modeling techniques to accurately represent simulation outputs

Adapt and enhance established, sophisticated supervised ML models employing tools such as Python, PySpark, and MLflow

Utilize meta models to facilitate optimization modeling, employing methods such as linear programming and heuristic approaches

Mentor and lead the team towards enhancing automation, efficiency, and accuracy of meta modeling and optimization solutions

Collaborate closely with data engineers, UI developers, and domain experts to refine and integrate data science methodologies into an adaptive software ecosystem

Collaborate closely with peer technical leads to identify priorities, risks and solutions

Operate proficiently within a Databricks environment, managing code development, testing, and deployment through notebooks

Manage data science initiatives, ensuring effective coordination and prioritization across multiple team engagements

Engage with cutting‑edge data science techniques to address complex, large‑scale data challenges

Qualifications

Masters degree in Data Science, Operations Research, or a related field, supplemented by relevant work experience

Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a data science capacity

Extensive experience applying Agile methodologies

Demonstrates expert-level skills in Python and Spark, with a strong command of cloud-based platforms such as Databricks, enhancing collaborative development and large-scale data processing

Deep knowledge and practical experience with delivering sophisticated data analysis and machine learning solutions using Python

Well-versed in using MLflow and comparable tools

Familiarity with Qlik, React or other data visualization platforms

Robust analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills

Active DoD Secret clearance required; Top Secret clearance preferred

Target salary range:$104,040 - $183,600

Disclaimer:

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.

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