Location: Remote but within a commutable distance to Dahlgren, Virginia, USA 
Telework: Remote telework 
Clearance: Secret (US Citizenship Required) 
Experience: Senior
Number of Openings: 1
Funding Status: Anticipated funding for October 2024
Salary Range: $120,000 - $160,000 (Please see below for more info on salary) 

Senior Data Scientist

SimVentions is a 100% employee-owned business and has consistently been voted one of Virginia's Best Places to Work. We are actively seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Engineer with interest in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to join our innovative development team. As a pivotal member of our organization, you will be at the forefront of architecting, developing, and optimizing cutting-edge software solutions that harness the power of AI and ML technologies. In this role, you will contribute significantly to the advancement of our products, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the dynamic and evolving field of AI/ML.

As a Software Engineer with AI/ML interest, you will play a critical role in crafting the underlying software infrastructure for sophisticated machine learning algorithms. Your contribution will extend beyond the realm of AI, encompassing the full spectrum of software development. From designing scalable architecture to writing efficient and maintainable code, you will be a key player in delivering high-quality software solutions.

Responsibilities: 

• AI/ML Solution Development:
  - Design, develop, and implement robust frameworks for AI/ML algorithms and models to solve complex business problems.
  - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI/ML components into software applications and systems.
• Software Development:
  - Contribute to the full software development life cycle, from requirements analysis to design, implementation, testing, and deployment.
  - Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code while adhering to coding standards and best practices.
  - Develop high-quality, maintainable, and efficient code while adhering to coding standards and best practices.
  - Contribute to the development of software architecture, ensuring scalability, modularity, and extensibility.
• Performance Optimization:
  - Optimize and enhance existing AI/ML frameworks for improved efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
  - Conduct thorough performance analysis and implement optimizations to meet specified performance goals.
• Collaboration and Documentation:
  - Collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, and product managers to understand project requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
  - Document code, algorithms, and processes to facilitate knowledge sharing and maintain comprehensive project documentation.

Requirements:

• United States Citizenship
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
• Solid understanding of machine learning algorithms, data structures, and statistical models.
• Familiarity with software development tools, version control systems, and agile methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skills & Experience:  

• Proven experience in software development with a focus on AI/ML applications.
• Experience with popular ML frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Database development and use for machine learning and big data applications
  

Education:  A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline is required

Clearance: A Secret Clearance is required for this position. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

Travel: Travel to the Dahlgren, VA office for the occasional meeting. 

Benefits & Compensation:  At SimVentions, we’re committed to supporting the total well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit offerings include comprehensive health and welfare plans to serve a variety of needs. 

We offer:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage 
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 
• Competitive 401(k) programs
• Retirement and Financial Counselors
• Health Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
• Continuing Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Leave (e.g., Maternity, Paternity, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military)
• Third Party Employee Assistance Program that offers emotional and lifestyle well-being services, to include free counseling 
• Supplemental Benefit Program 

Compensation at SimVentions is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, security clearance, work location, skills, knowledge, and competencies, as well as alignment with our corporate compensation plan and contract specific requirements.  

The projected annual compensation range for this position is $120,000 - $160,000 (USD). This estimate reflects the standard salary range for this position and is just one component of the total compensation package that SimVentions offers.   

Why Work for SimVentions?

SimVentions is about more than just being a place to work with other growth-orientated technically exceptional experts. It’s also a fun place to work. Our family-friendly atmosphere encourages our employee-owners to imagine, create, explore, discover, and do great things together.

Support Our Warfighters

SimVentions is a proud supporter of the U.S. military, and we take pride in our ability to provide relevant, game-changing solutions to our armed men and women around the world.

Drive Customer Success

We deliver innovative products and solutions that go beyond the expected. This means you can expect to work with a team that will allow you to grow, have a voice, and make an impact.

Get Involved in Giving Back

We believe that one of the best ways to be a well-rounded company is to have well-rounded employees, and one of the ways we encourage that is by providing a wide range of service opportunities for our team members to engage in throughout the year.

Build Innovative Technology

SimVentions takes pride in its innovative and cutting-edge technology, so you can be sure that whatever project you work on, you will be having a direct impact on our customer’s success.

Work with Brilliant People

At SimVentions, we don’t just hire the smartest people. We hire experienced, creative individuals who are passionate about what they do, and who benefit from the culture that we have created here.

Create Meaningful Solutions

We are trusted partners with our customers and are provided challenging and meaningful requirements to help them solve.

Employees who join SimVentions will enjoy benefits like:

• Impact: work on projects that directly support the defense of our nation.
• Serve: work for a company that supports its surrounding communities.
• Employee Owned: work with the best and help build YOUR company.
• Dress code: business casual. We like to be comfortable while we work.
• Healthcare: one of the best packages in the industry.
• Culture: add to our culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
• Food: we have a lot of food around here.
• Family focus: work for a team that recognizes the importance of family time.
• Resources:  excellent facilities, tools, and training opportunities to grow in your field.
• Open communication: work in an environment where your voice matters.
• Fitness/Well-being:  opportunities to participate in company sports teams and workout groups.
• Professional development: employee-led interest groups for personal and professional development plus great training options
• What you bring to the table: contribute, grow, and thrive.

Other Perks:

• Lots of employee appreciation events throughout the year
• Excellent working facilities and tools to get your job done
• Regular communication (“All-Hands”, “SimV Share”, “Imagineering Day”) to stay connected to SimV culture, stay abreast of what is happening in the company, and meet new faces while eating good food
• SimVentions sports teams and workout groups
• Employee led interest groups for personal and professional development
• What you bring to the table…