Hiring: Data Scientist Company: Data Surge Location: United States Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 22:05:44 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : AWS, Agile, Azure, ETL, GCP, Machine Learning, NumPy, Pandas, Python, SQL, Security Clearance, scikit-learn About the job Experience: •3+ years of experience in data science, analytics, or applied machine learning. •Proficiency in Python for data analysis, modeling, and pipeline development (e.g., pandas, scikit-learn, NumPy). •Solid experience working with structured and unstructured data, including data cleaning and feature engineering. •Solid functional working knowledge of SQL and relational databases; familiarity with ETL concepts. •In-depth knowledge of predictive modeling and statistical methods. Required Skills: •We are seeking a skilled and motivated Data Scientist to support data-driven innovation across government services. In this role, you will work on high-impact projects that enhance public service delivery, improve operational transparency, and empower agencies with actionable insights. •This position is ideal for professionals who enjoy applying data science to meaningful real-world challenges, working with sensitive datasets, and building solutions that serve diverse communities nationwide. •Contribute to the enhancement of predictive models that estimate processing timelines for public service requests and deliver personalized status updates to end users. •Actively facilitate and support development and deployment of models across new service areas, based on agency priorities. •Partner cross-functionally with teams to expand the capabilities of intelligent help agents through integration with external data sources and applications. •Implement data cleaning and scrubbing strategies to ensure unstructured data is accurate, appropriate, and safe for public-facing use. •Analyze customer data, including biometric or behavioral signals, to identify reliable identity verification indicators. •Help design and maintain ETL pipelines to transition from transactional systems to customer- or citizen-centric data models. Qualifications: •Operational familiarity with chatbot technology, intelligent agents, or API integration. •Exposure to working with biometric data or identity verification systems. •Knowledge of data governance frameworks or responsible AI practices. •Existing security clearance (preferred but not required). •Data Surge offers a competitive compensation and total rewards package. Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) •PTO – Including holidays + your birthday 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!