Data Scientist

Springfield, VA
National Security – Enterprise Services /
On-site
At INflow Federal, we're not just navigating the frontier of digital transformation; we're reshaping it. Our dedication to merging the prowess of humans and machines to solve complex problems has set us apart in designing and engineering solutions for the Department of Defense (DoD) networks. Here, every challenge is an opportunity to advance, and every solution is a step towards a more secure and connected future. We look forward to welcoming you to the INflow team!

ABOUT THIS POSITION:

Work with INflow to deliver insights to help our clients turn data into action as a Data Scientist! Your work will provide transformative solutions to our clients’ big-data obstacles and help advance the mission. This position is focused on Data Science expertise to support a sophisticated enterprise environment. The Scientist is an active participant in SAFe and Scrum development teams and meetings.

Job Duties

    • Identify data sources and automate collection processes
    • Perform preprocessing of structured and unstructured data
    • Analyze large, complex data sets to identify trends and patterns
    • Build predictive models and machine learning algorithms
    • Combine models through ensemble modeling
    • Present information using data visualization techniques
    • Propose solutions and strategies to address Key Intelligence Questions
    • Collaborate with engineering and product development teams

Skills

    • 2+ years of experience as a Data Scientist, Data Engineer, ML Engineer, or Data Analysts and Bachelor's Degree in Computer Programming, Science, Engineering or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience
    • 3+ years of experience in a Linux environment
    • Direct experience and demonstrated proficiency with Python programming to build containerized microservices that use message queues such as activemq or rabbitmq.
    • Experienced in ML Model performance testing and hyperparameter tuning (Tensorboard, wandb, mlflow)
    • Experience training ML models with GPU acceleration in a containerized environment using common AI frameworks such as Tensorflow or Torch.
    • Experience with workload managers (SLURM, Argo Workflow, Airflow)
    • Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
    • Must possess excellent time management skills and the drive to work unsupervised
    • Active TS/SCI clearance required and eligibility to obtain a CI poly
    • Prior experience working with or within the Intelligence Community or a military intelligence unit
    • Understanding of access management and security groups (i.e. IAM, S3 bucket, SSH, VPN, etc.)
    • computer vision related experience with torchvision or tensorflow object detection APIs.
    • Additional languages on top of Python preferred (C++, Julia, Go, R)
    • Familiarity with Cloud Platform AI-ML toolsets (e.g. AWS Sagemaker, GCP Vertex)
    • Experience building data pipelines with spark, kafka, or nifi

Required Clearance

    • Active DoD TS/SCI
About Us
Founded in 2013, INflow Federal has distinguished itself through our exceptional services because of our deep-rooted commitment to our people. The ‘INflow difference’ lies in our profound appreciation of employee culture, fueling an obsession with the well-being and professional growth of our team. This employee-centric ethos has been pivotal to our enduring success, directly translating into significant benefits for our customers.
Our identity is greatly influenced by the contributions of US Military Veterans. INflow’s Veteran Outreach Program, dedicated to recruiting transitioning military personnel, has been a resounding success. Veterans now represent over 50% of our workforce, bringing invaluable experience and insight that have been crucial in steering our customers’ success.

As a dynamic small business at the forefront of innovation, INflow boasts extensive expertise in Network Modernization, Cybersecurity, and Data Modernization in support of Joint Force Mission Operations. Our reach extends to over 20 states, serving prestigious federal government clients including the United States Navy (USN), United States Marine Corps (USMC), and Joint Forces.

In our quest to simplify the customer experience, we embrace a collaborative approach, guided by our leadership’s transparent communication and unwavering commitment to integrity. Our customers value partnering with INflow for our agility, passion, and integrity.

Fueling INflow’s continuous evolution is our voracious appetite for researching and integrating AI/ML technologies. We are committed to empowering our employees and customers with these emerging tools, enhancing their ability to effectively integrate these technologies into their workflows. This not only improves their operational efficiency but also deepens their understanding of AI/ML’s transformative potential.

As we progress, our focus remains steadfast on developing our people so they can  lead our customers into the future of mission systems and operations, adeptly navigating the ever-evolving landscape of the Department of Defense with innovative solutions and strategic insights.

Citizenship Requirements
INflow Federal is a defense contractor. Due to legal requirements, candidates must be US Citizens to be considered for employment.

Other Notes
- Some travel may be required: Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. This is subject to change at the direction of the customer.
Other:
- Candidate must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must have willingness to perform duties not listed in the job description as required by INflow and our customer.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Diversity and Inclusion
INflow provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This commitment applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Job applicants and employees are evaluated solely on job-related qualifications and experience.