Remote Data Scientist

Summary

Join LightFeather as a Data Scientist to contribute to meaningful impact and work on mission-critical data science initiatives. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team that leverages data science to drive innovation and solve complex challenges.

Requirements

• US Citizenship
• Active clearance at the Public Trust level or higher. IRS clearance preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience
• 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
• Contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous learning