LightFeather is hiring a
Data Scientist

Summary

LightFeather is seeking a Data Scientist for a full-time remote position. The successful candidate will develop predictive models, collaborate with business units, manage data science projects, ensure data accuracy, and communicate findings. Minimum requirements include US citizenship, active clearance at the Public Trust level or higher (IRS clearance preferred), a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, 5+ years of overall experience in data science, 3+ years of hands-on experience in data science focusing on model design and deployment, demonstrated expertise in machine learning algorithms and statistical modeling techniques, experience with data visualization tools and big data technologies, excellent communication skills, strong analytical skills, experience in delivering data pipelines, and a solid understanding of GitLab for version control and developing GitHub branching strategies.

Requirements

• US Citizenship
• Active clearance at the Public Trust level or higher. IRS clearance preferred
• 5+ years of overall experience in the field of data science, with a proven track record in predictive modeling or a similar analytical role
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in data science, focusing on the design and construction of data science models and the development of their deployment pipelines
• Demonstrated expertise in machine learning algorithms and statistical modeling techniques
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI) and big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark)
• Solid understanding of GitLab for version control and experience with developing and applying GitHub branching strategies
• Excellent communication skills, with a track record of delivering data-driven projects
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in analytics and exploratory data analysis
• Experience in delivering data pipelines, with an emphasis on quality, efficiency, and scalability

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy predictive models, machine learning algorithms, and statistical analyses to address complex business challenges
• Collaborate with business units and IT teams to define data science projects that support the IRS's strategic objectives
• Manage the data science project lifecycle, including data exploration, model development, validation, and deployment
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of data used in analysis and modeling
• Communicate complex data science concepts and findings to non-technical stakeholders through clear and actionable reports and presentations

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience