Data Scientist Analyst

SMX is seeking a Data Scientist Analyst to support a new USINDOPACOM J5 office developing an AI/ML enabled plans capability (STORMBREAKER). As a Data scientist, you will be working on an accelerated development project in support of a high priority Department of Defense program. This position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, integration of existing capabilities, as well as development of new applications.
You would be a great candidate for this position if you have an operations focused mentality to provide the best and most intuitive analysis for customers. You understand the nuances and challenges with data aggregation, analysis and presentation. You have a passion for developing technology solutions for big data environments that illuminate critical capabilities and vulnerabilities in support of military operations.
The candidate for this position must have strong interpersonal skills to be able to communicate effectively. They must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, make decisions in the midst of ambiguity and meet deadlines. The successful candidate must be a self-starter that needs minimal supervision.
The STORMBREAKER program represents a rare opportunity to modernize the current planning process by providing military decision makers with the latest technology and AI/ML driven tools to keep our nation safe.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Create and write technical data design documents and participate in technical design discussions that transform operational requirements into data driven solutions
• Use your firm understanding of data model training and prediction in order to develop data models and analytical dashboards
• Formulate and complete end-to-end data models that include data gathering, analysis, modeling, and ongoing scaled deliverables and presentations
• Structure/preprocess datasets to find usable information and to prepare for modeling
• Review and collaborate on recommendations and designs with other subject matter experts
• Develop solutions, actions items and issues, and remain accountable for their completion
• Work in an agile environment to continuously deliver high outputs
• Have a high attention to detail, working closely with plans, operations and technical stakeholders to drive measurable results
• Produce high-quality, well-written technical documentation
• Work effectively within a delivery-centric, multi-functional team
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to understand their operational need
• Provide transparent and regular status updates in requested format
• Work in a fast-paced Agile environment with fluid requirements and changing priorities

Required Skills & Experience

• Hands-on experience with development and implementation of ML models
• Basic math/statistics fluency
• Experience with a general-purpose programming language (eg Python, C++)
• Skilled in data manipulation/analysis
• Excellent collaboration skills
• Familiar with building secure software using modern security principles
• Clearance Required: Must have a Top Secret clearance
• BA/BS or MA/MS degree in quantitative field (eg, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics)
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with big data analysis

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Our tradition of delivering innovative, technical solutions dates back to 1995, however, you may know us better by one of our legacy company names: Trident Technologies, Smartronix, Datastrong or C2S Consulting Group. With the support of OceanSound Partners, our private equity investment sponsor, we began operating as one business starting in 2019 and became SMX in 2021. We operate in close proximity to our clients around the globe and have core locations in Alabama, California, DC Metro, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, and Massachusetts.
Today, as SMX, we are one team and together empower government and commercial enterprises to become more effective, innovative, and resilient, no matter what challenges they face.
SMX is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, protected veteran status, race, color, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or genetic information. SMX is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including disability and veterans.
Vaccination within 60-days of hire, or an approved accommodation, is a requirement of the position per Executive Order 14042 (unless precluded by State law). If a candidate is not vaccinated, they may request an accommodation once offered the position, and the accommodation must be granted prior to the employee starting in the position. Candidate will have 60 days to get vaccinated.
Selected applicant will be subject to a background investigation.