Hiring: Data Scientist Company: Leidos Location: Englewood, CO Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 15:19:11 Employment Type: Contract Target Skills & Keywords : Data Pipeline, Linear, Machine Learning, Python, SQL About the job Experience: •Bachelor of Science Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics or other relevant technical program, with 8+ years of experience. Additional years of experience in lieu of degree are acceptable. •8+ years of experience. Additional years of experience in lieu of degree are acceptable. Required Skills: •Leidos is seeking an experienced Data Scientist in Englewood, CO. •Assemble large, complex sets of data to meet functional and other requirements •Build statistical models, test hypotheses, interpret, summarize, visualize, and succinctly report on data findings •Build requisite infrastructure for optimal extraction, transformation and loading of data from various sources •Perform research on various data sources, to include unstructured data using quantitative and qualitative content analytics •Construct and perform complex database search queries in multiple databases using SQL and API interfaces •Perform web scraping and apply various techniques for processing unstructured data •Identify, design, and implement internal process improvements Qualifications: •Active TS/SCI and eligible to obtain a TS/SCI w/poly clearance •Skilled in data extraction and analysis from COTS products •Proficiency with MS Excel and MS Access for design, development and exploitation of datasets and databases •Proficiency with programming (e.g. Python, R) and machine learning toolkits •Advanced problem-solving skills for unstructured datasets •Capable of presenting technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences •Strong organizational, time management, and omnidirectional communication abilities •Technical writing and critical reading •Demonstrated capacity to work efficiently on small, distributed teams Compensation: •$107,900 - $195,050 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!