BluePath Labs
Senior Data Scientist - (Remote)
BluePath Labs, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Senior Data Scientist (Remote)
Location: Remote
BluePath Labs is a fast-growing research and consulting company committed to solving complex problems for federal, state, and local government clients. We offer a range of professional, scientific, and technology services. Our specific areas of expertise include business consulting, research and data science, and technology integration.
Work Description:
BluePath Labs is looking for a senior data scientist to join our team in building cutting-edge artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML) solutions supporting national security, research and development, energy, and other critical sectors. As a senior member of our technical team, you will have the opportunity to lead projects, identify innovative and feasible solutions using state-of-the-art AI/ML techniques, and collaborate closely with a diverse set of colleagues and customers. You will also have a significant impact on building out our data infrastructure, designing methods and tools, and mentoring fellow team members.
Responsibilities:
Develop, test, and optimize machine learning models and algorithms to solve complex business problems, ensuring high performance and generalizability across diverse datasets.
Design, build, and maintain robust, scalable data pipelines targeting multiple database systems, including PostgreSQL and Elasticsearch. Ensure data is cleaned and tested for quality.
Build models to extract, structure, and analyze data from unstructured formats such as images, PDFs, Excel files, and raw text, enabling automated data extraction and processing.
Design and implement NLP models to extract and analyze textual data, including tasks like entity recognition, graph construction, and topic modeling.
Develop compelling data visualizations and contribute to client-facing reports, effectively communicating analysis results and model performance to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ensure all data models, analyses, and processes are well-documented, maintain high quality standards, and are reproducible for use by other team members or stakeholders.
Manage data science projects from scoping through delivery, provide updates to clients and other stakeholders, and manage project resources.
Mentor junior data scientists and analysts, offering guidance on best practices in data analysis, machine learning, and AI, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration.
Keep up to date with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning, incorporating new methodologies, tools, and techniques into existing workflows as appropriate.
Desired Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship.
Ph.D. in data science, computer science, machine learning, mathematics, or a related field.
5+ years of data science/machine learning experience with a focus on language-based applications.
Expertise in deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and NLP, including with transformer architectures and large language models.
Strong programming skills in Python and proficiency with data manipulation and modeling libraries (e.g., NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, Scikit Learn).
Database expertise, especially in PostgreSQL and Elasticsearch, with knowledge of large-scale/enterprise data architecture, optimization, and security.
Experience with cloud-based distributed computing platforms (e.g., Spark, Dask).
Project management skills, including articulating timelines, goals, and trade-offs to both internal and external stakeholders and manage project resources.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
Self-motivated and curious, with the ability to identify, evaluate, and implement state-of-the-art machine learning solutions.
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.
Fluency in Mandarin is a plus.
Benefits:
BluePath Labs offers a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include, but are not limited to: Healthcare Reimbursement, Lifestyle & Wellness Reimbursement, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Tuition Assistance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off for vacation / sick leave, in addition to 12 holidays per calendar year.
About BluePath Labs:
BluePath Labs combines mission and business insights with advanced technologies to deliver measurable performance improvements for our clients. BluePath is dedicated to surpassing client expectations by always living by our core values of integrity, professionalism, and resilience. BluePath's extensive experience in Government, Military, Commercial, and Academic environments is unique among small businesses and a core differentiator of our solutions. Our multidisciplinary background allows us to solve diverse and complex problems. Most importantly, we work closely with our clients to frame problems correctly, optimize processes, leverage technologies, and implement enduring solutions. Labs are where ideas are born, experiments occur, and breakthroughs happen. It is the hallmark of BluePath's culture.
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BluePath Labs is an equal opportunity employer.
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Location: Remote
BluePath Labs is a fast-growing research and consulting company committed to solving complex problems for federal, state, and local government clients. We offer a range of professional, scientific, and technology services. Our specific areas of expertise include business consulting, research and data science, and technology integration.
Work Description:
BluePath Labs is looking for a senior data scientist to join our team in building cutting-edge artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML) solutions supporting national security, research and development, energy, and other critical sectors. As a senior member of our technical team, you will have the opportunity to lead projects, identify innovative and feasible solutions using state-of-the-art AI/ML techniques, and collaborate closely with a diverse set of colleagues and customers. You will also have a significant impact on building out our data infrastructure, designing methods and tools, and mentoring fellow team members.
Responsibilities:
Develop, test, and optimize machine learning models and algorithms to solve complex business problems, ensuring high performance and generalizability across diverse datasets.
Design, build, and maintain robust, scalable data pipelines targeting multiple database systems, including PostgreSQL and Elasticsearch. Ensure data is cleaned and tested for quality.
Build models to extract, structure, and analyze data from unstructured formats such as images, PDFs, Excel files, and raw text, enabling automated data extraction and processing.
Design and implement NLP models to extract and analyze textual data, including tasks like entity recognition, graph construction, and topic modeling.
Develop compelling data visualizations and contribute to client-facing reports, effectively communicating analysis results and model performance to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ensure all data models, analyses, and processes are well-documented, maintain high quality standards, and are reproducible for use by other team members or stakeholders.
Manage data science projects from scoping through delivery, provide updates to clients and other stakeholders, and manage project resources.
Mentor junior data scientists and analysts, offering guidance on best practices in data analysis, machine learning, and AI, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration.
Keep up to date with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning, incorporating new methodologies, tools, and techniques into existing workflows as appropriate.
Desired Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship.
Ph.D. in data science, computer science, machine learning, mathematics, or a related field.
5+ years of data science/machine learning experience with a focus on language-based applications.
Expertise in deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and NLP, including with transformer architectures and large language models.
Strong programming skills in Python and proficiency with data manipulation and modeling libraries (e.g., NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, Scikit Learn).
Database expertise, especially in PostgreSQL and Elasticsearch, with knowledge of large-scale/enterprise data architecture, optimization, and security.
Experience with cloud-based distributed computing platforms (e.g., Spark, Dask).
Project management skills, including articulating timelines, goals, and trade-offs to both internal and external stakeholders and manage project resources.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
Self-motivated and curious, with the ability to identify, evaluate, and implement state-of-the-art machine learning solutions.
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.
Fluency in Mandarin is a plus.
Benefits:
BluePath Labs offers a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include, but are not limited to: Healthcare Reimbursement, Lifestyle & Wellness Reimbursement, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Tuition Assistance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off for vacation / sick leave, in addition to 12 holidays per calendar year.
About BluePath Labs:
BluePath Labs combines mission and business insights with advanced technologies to deliver measurable performance improvements for our clients. BluePath is dedicated to surpassing client expectations by always living by our core values of integrity, professionalism, and resilience. BluePath's extensive experience in Government, Military, Commercial, and Academic environments is unique among small businesses and a core differentiator of our solutions. Our multidisciplinary background allows us to solve diverse and complex problems. Most importantly, we work closely with our clients to frame problems correctly, optimize processes, leverage technologies, and implement enduring solutions. Labs are where ideas are born, experiments occur, and breakthroughs happen. It is the hallmark of BluePath's culture.
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BluePath Labs is an equal opportunity employer.
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