Job Description

Role Description

LMI is seeking a Data Scientist to assist with Army data model, pipeline, and visualization development. This Data Scientist will:

• Create data models working from mock visualizations and raw data inputs.
• Leverage Python, PySpark, Foundry, and code repositories to develop an architecture plan.
• Extract, transform, and load data into Vantage.
• Use Vantage workshops to develop visualizations.

Active Secret clearance required.

Location: Open to Remote. Local preferred at client site in Crystal City VA or Aberdeen MD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in data science, mathematics, statistics, economics, computer science, engineering, or other related business or quantitative discipline preferred. Relevant experience considered in lieu of a degree.
• Active DoD Secret clearance. Must have at a minimum, an Interim Secret Clearance.
• 10 years of experience with Python, and strong experience with PySpark or similar big data libraries.
• Knowledge of Army Vantage and data environment standardization.
• Experience working with data analysis tools including object-oriented programming (Python, Java, SQL, TypeScript), computational analysis tools (R, MATLAB), and associated data science libraries (scikit-learn).
• Experience developing and implementing statistical, machine learning, and heuristic techniques to create descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics.
• Experience creating meaningful data visualizations and interactive dashboards using platforms such as Tableau, Qlik, Power BI, RShiny, plotly, or d3.js.
• Experience with data modeling, building "objects" (e.g., "Soldier," "Tank," "Unit") and defining how they relate to one another in the Foundry environment.
• Strong background in DevOps and Software Engineering, including GitLab CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, and implementing Quality Assurance practices like Test-Driven Development (TDD) and unit testing (Pytest).
• Proven ability to design and scale Medallion Lakehouse Architectures, implement Data Mesh concepts, and utilize Dimensional Modeling (Star Schemas) on cloud platforms like Databricks or DoD Advana.
• Innovative problem solving and root cause identification skills.
• Superior communication skills, both oral and written.
• Able to work effectively at all levels of an organization.
• Must be a team player and able to work with and through others.
• Ability to influence and align others and move toward a common vision or goal.
• Federal government agency experience.

Requirements

• Master's degree (preferred) in data science, mathematics, statistics, economics, computer science, engineering, or other related business or quantitative discipline.
• Experience with authoritative data sources, including IPPS-A / MILPDS, GCSS-Army, GFEBS, DTMS / MEDPROS.
• Experience with Army Vantage.
• Experience with efforts focused on understanding interdependencies of programs within an organization.
• Travel: Minimal, less than 10%.

Benefits

• Target salary range: $111,426 - $150,000.
• Disclaimer: The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.

Company Description

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

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