Data Scientist

**Who we are:** Makpar is a comprehensive professional and technical solutions provider for the Federal government. We combine functional and technical expertise in cloud engineering, data management, cybersecurity and emerging technologies to deliver mission success. We build the right IT solution for government clients by partnering with them to understand their WHAT, WHY, and HOW. Using our signature consulting methodology that we call “The Makpar Way,” we help agencies navigate the ongoing changes in the Federal technology landscape. We succeed where others fail because of our connected and engaged workforce are dedicated to delivering success for our clients and the American people. Our Mission: We solve complex problems for the Federal government to accelerate access to citizen services. When it comes to excellence, we deliver. Learn more about our employer brand at [](http://makpar.com/careers). Makpar has an exciting opportunity for a Data Scientist. The Data Scientist will support enterprise data and analytics initiatives for a federal client, leveraging expertise in **AI/ML development, advanced analytics, and automation** to deliver mission-focused, scalable, and secure solutions. The role involves providing **technical leadership**, developing **predictive and prescriptive models**, and collaborating with **cross-functional teams** to align analytics capabilities with enterprise objectives. Strong proficiency in **Python, SQL, modern AI/ML frameworks, and RPA tools** are required. ### Key Responsibilities: - Provide **technical leadership** on analytics and AI/ML solutions. - Develop and deploy **machine learning models and predictive analytics**. - Use **Python, Anaconda, and Jupyter notebooks** for modeling and prototyping. - Collaborate with Data Engineers to integrate models with **data pipelines**. - Support **data governance** activities (tagging, metadata management, and secure sharing). - Develop **RPA solutions** to automate business processes. - Evaluate and recommend analytics products to ensure mission alignment. - Communicate findings through dashboards, visualizations, and technical reports. ### Qualifications: - **Active Secret clearance (mandatory requirement).** - **Local Residency in Maryland, Virginia or Washington, DC.** - Bachelor’s in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field. - 4+ years of professional experience in **data science and AI/ML**. - Strong expertise in **Python, Jupyter, and Anaconda**. - Proficiency in **AI/ML frameworks** (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn). - Experience with **RPA tools** (UiPath, Automation Anywhere, or Python-based). - Familiarity with **Databricks, Apache Spark, and SQL**. - Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. ### Clearance Requirement: - **Active Secret clearance (mandatory requirement).**