Position Title: Junior Data Scientist

Location: Ashburn VA

Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

We are seeking a motivated Data Scientist who can not only execute technical work but also clearly articulate their approach, methods, and reasoning. This is not a role for someone who simply follows step-by-step directions — we need a self-starter who can work independently, problem-solve, and bring their own expertise to the table.

Work with data from proprietary internal databases, applying strong database and data wrangling skills.

Develop, train, and deploy AI/ML models to support business and technical objectives.

Utilize Python and its core data science libraries (e.g., PyTorch, NumPy, Pandas, etc.) for data analysis, modeling, and automation.

Explain and present data findings, methodologies, and processes clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Collaborate with team members while taking ownership of assigned tasks and projects with minimal supervision.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.

1–3+ years of hands-on experience in data science or a related role.

Strong proficiency with Python and relevant libraries (PyTorch, NumPy, Pandas, etc.).

AI/ML experience is required.

Working knowledge of databases and SQL, with the ability to manipulate and analyze data from internal/proprietary systems.

Excellent communication skills — able to explain processes, methods, and results clearly and effectively.

Independent, proactive mindset with the ability to solve problems with minimal direction.

Experience with additional machine learning frameworks or deep learning tools.

Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) for data science workflows.

Prior experience working with proprietary or custom databases.

$80,000 - $90,000 a year