CareerPlan

Data Scientist - SME

Chantilly, VAFull-time$110k2026-10-14 → 2026-11-10
No visa sponsorshipCitizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Develop advanced machine learning models and generative AI solutions to power intelligent products and data-driven decision-making for US federal government clients.

Role type

Senior Machine Learning Scientist (Generative AI)

Builds

Intelligent products and production-ready AI systems

Domain

US Federal Government / Defense & National Security

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLM), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Model Lifecycle Management, Fairness & Governance, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Optimization

Preferred skills

None stated

Technologies

LLMs, RAG workflows

Responsibilities

Develop machine learning models and advanced analytics solutions; Prototype scalable predictive, classification, and optimization solutions; Integrate modern generative AI techniques including LLM fine-tuning and prompt engineering; Implement retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) workflows; Collaborate with data engineering, product, and MLOps teams; Monitor model fairness and governance; Translate complex algorithmic outcomes into production-ready systems.

Seniority

Senior, 10+ years experience