Data Scientist – Advanced Analytics & AI

About the role

MANTECH seeks a motivated Data Scientist to join its Data and AI Practice, supporting a key Federal customer with advanced analytics, pipeline development, and interactive visualizations. The position is fully remote with a preference for candidates in the National Capital Region and requires a brief onsite onboarding trip.

Key responsibilities

• Apply and validate data mining methods and machine learning models to solve complex problems.
• Design and implement data‑driven solutions, including advanced analytical methods, data models, and visualizations.
• Develop quantitative simulations and predictive analytics to recommend solutions.
• Identify trends and issues through big‑data analysis and maintain knowledge of emerging ML techniques.

Required profile

• 7+ years of experience in machine learning, data science, applied mathematics, statistics, computer science, or related quantitative fields.
• Advanced degree (Master’s) in a quantitative discipline.
• Top Secret clearance preferred; ability to obtain CBP/BI Suitability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Required skills

• Data mining, machine learning, and statistical modeling.
• Strong SQL proficiency and experience handling large data volumes.
• BI tools: Qlik, Tableau, PowerBI.
• Cloud‑based distributed platforms such as Databricks.
• Analytic techniques: anomaly detection, clustering, entity resolution, risk‑based modeling, network and cohort analysis.

What we offer

• Competitive salary range $117,000 – $195,100 per year.
• Health, life, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
• Paid time off, holiday pay, and retirement savings options.
• Learning and development programs, wellness initiatives, and other optional benefits.