Leidos

Leidos is an innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.

Data Scientist – Applied AI, Performance Management

Full TimeRemoteTeam 10,001+Since 1969H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

1 day ago

Salary

$87.1K - $157.5K / year

Bachelor Degree4 yrs expExperience acceptedEnglishPython

Job Description

• Apply data science, advanced analytics, and AI techniques to large, complex operational datasets to identify performance degradation, systemic issues, and improvement opportunities • Design and implement code-first analytical solutions and models that support automated or semi-automated discovery of performance improvement opportunities • Use AI and data-driven methods to evaluate, prioritize, and improve the effectiveness of Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs) tied to contractual outcomes • Collaborate closely with performance analysts, engineers, and stakeholders to translate operational challenges into data-driven solutions • Apply appropriate AI and machine learning techniques, balancing innovation with explainability, defensibility, and stakeholder trust • Develop reusable analytical code, methods, and patterns that strengthen the team’s overall data science and AI capabilities • Communicate insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences, including program leadership • Support broader Navy performance initiatives by extending analytical methods beyond SLR-focused use cases when appropriate

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of experience applying data science, machine learning, or AI to real-world operational or performance problems (additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree)
  • Strong problem-framing skills and ability to operate effectively in ambiguous environments
  • Proficiency in Python or similar programming languages for data analysis and modeling
  • Experience working with large, messy, or heterogeneous datasets
  • Ability to clearly and defensibly explain complex analytical results
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

Benefits

  • competitive compensation
  • Health and Wellness programs
  • Income Protection
  • Paid Leave
  • Retirement

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