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Elder Research · 2 hours ago

Data Scientist (or AI Engineer) - Hybrid

Tampa, FL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Elder Research is a fast-growing consulting firm specializing in predictive analytics, seeking mid to senior-level Data Scientists (AI Engineers) to support a U.S. national security client at MacDill AFB in Tampa, FL. In this role, you will apply advanced data science and AI/ML techniques to enable intelligence analysts to uncover hidden patterns and enhance decision-making in support of national security.

AnalyticsConsultingDatabaseInformation TechnologyTraining

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead and conduct multifaceted analytic studies on large, diverse data sets

Develop and deploy AI/ML models to enrich data and provide utility to intelligence analysts

Perform complex data assessments to determine the operational relevance of proposed data sets for answering priority intelligence requirements

Build and maintain data pipelines to ingest, transform, and structure both structured and unstructured data

Discover links, patterns, and connections in disparate datasets, providing analysts with actionable context

Experiment with exploratory mathematical, statistical, and computational techniques to identify new insights

Provide solutions to command-level data challenges through rigorous analysis and innovative applications

Support the development of tailored data environments and tools for intelligence analysts

Qualification

AI/ML ExpertisePythonData AnalysisSQL/noSQL databasesData Pipeline DevelopmentCollaborationCommunicationProblem-solvingCritical-thinking

Required

Education: Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, IT, or related discipline)

Years of Experience: 3-6 years; mid-level data scientist or 6+ years; senior-level data scientist

Clearance: active Top Secret (TS)

AI/ML Expertise: Demonstrated experience applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Learning (ML) to real-world problems

Hands-on experience training, fine-tuning, and configuring AI/ML models and deploying them into production environments

Proficiency in at least one AI/ML branch (e.g., Natural Language Processing, computer vision, generative AI, agentic AI)

Programming & Tools: Strong programming skills in Python, R, Java, Rust, or similar languages

Experience with AI/ML Ops, SQL/noSQL databases, and frameworks such as SQLAlchemy, Flask, Streamlit, Dash, React, and Spark

Familiarity with APIs, CI/CD pipelines, and web technologies (JavaScript, HTML/CSS)

Analytical & Research Skills: Ability to interpret and analyze structured and unstructured data using exploratory mathematical and statistical techniques

Experience cleaning, transforming, and organizing data to support advanced analytics

Ability to experiment with datasets, derive insights, and provide innovative solutions to complex mission challenges

Collaboration & Communication: Ability to work independently as well as within cross-functional teams

Strong communication, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills

Capable of coordinating research and analytic activities with diverse stakeholders

Preferred

Active TS/SCI clearance

Experience supporting the intelligence domain, particularly Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR)

Previous work supporting Special Operations Forces (SOF) missions or U.S. national security customers

Demonstrated expertise across multiple AI/ML disciplines (e.g., NLP, computer vision, generative AI, agentic AI)

Benefits

Competitive Salary and Benefits

Job Stability: Elder Research is not a typical government contractor, we hire you for a career not just a contract.

People-Focused Culture: we prioritize work-life-balance and provide a supportive, positive, and collaborative work environment as well as opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Company Stock Ownership: all employees are provided with shares of the company each year based on company value and profits.

Elder Research provides a supportive work environment with established parental, bereavement, and PTO policies.