Lead Data Scientist / MLOps Engineer (Hybrid) to 260k - FS Poly Annapolis Junction, MD

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD (Partial Telework up to 16 hours per week)Compensation Base compensation ranges from $170,000 to $260,000.

Responsibilities: Lead analytic efforts and provide technical expertise for mission‑critical systems. Translate qualitative mission goals into quantitative software prototypes. Develop descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analyses. Oversee the full analytic lifecycle, from feature vector development and algorithm tuning to validating performance using standard metrics. Collaborate with subject‑matter experts and software engineers to guide the transition of prototyped analytics into production‑scale, automated solutions.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree + 10 years of experience, Master’s + 8 years, PhD + 6 years, or 14 years of experience in lieu of a degree. Significant background in MLOps and Data Science, including machine learning, data mining, and advanced statistical analysis using R, Python, SAS, or MATLAB.Proven ability to lead a team of data scientists, delegate responsibilities, and guide integration of state‑of‑the‑art algorithms. Proficiency in data visualization, feature engineering, and evaluating model performance via ROC curves and confusion matrices.

Clearance Requirements: TS/SCI with FS Polygraph is required. Must have an in‑scope polygraph within the last 7 years. Clearances cannot be upgraded or accepted by CCA holders.

Additional Information: For more details and to apply, visit careers.stanleyreid.com.