Senior Data Scientist

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced analytical models and machine learning solutions that drive mission and business impact. This role requires deep expertise in statistical modeling, feature engineering, ML experimentation, and applied problem solving. The Senior Data Scientist will lead project workstreams, guide modeling strategy, mentor junior team members, and partner with engineering, product, and mission stakeholders to translate analytical insights into actionable outcomes. 

Contributions

• Analyze contact center data (call volume, performance, trends)
• Develop KPIs, metrics, and performance insights
• Support decision-making with actionable analytics
• Develop machine learning models using frameworks such as scikit-learn, XGBoost, PyTorch, TensorFlow, or similar libraries. 
• Perform feature engineering, dataset preparation, and model optimization to improve predictive accuracy and operational performance. 
• Evaluate models using appropriate statistical methods and performance metrics, documenting findings and informing iterative improvements. 

Qualifications

• Ability to hold a position of public trust with the U.S. government. 
• Bachelor’s Degree and 10 years of experience
  • OR Masters Degree and 8 years of experience
  • OR no degree and 14 years of experience
• 2+ years of experience building and evaluating machine learning models or performing advanced analytics. 
• Proficiency in Python and core data science libraries (Pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, Matplotlib/Seaborn). 
• Strong analytical and statistical skills
• Experience with operational datasets (contact center preferred)
• SQL, Python, Excel, PowerBI  and data visualization experience
• Ability to clearly communicate insights to stakeholders

About steampunk

Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $120,000 to $180,000.  The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk’s total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here. 

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors.  Through our Human-Centered delivery methodology, we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges.  As an employee owned company, we focus on investing in our employees to enable them to do the greatest work of their careers – and rewarding them for outstanding contributions to our growth. If you want to learn more about our story, visit http://www.steampunk.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program.