Senior Data Scientist

SUNAYU

Senior Data Scientist at Sunayu, LLC leading the design and deployment of advanced AI/ML solutions. Collaborating with teams to solve complex problems and deliver innovative platforms in a fast-paced environment.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeAlexandria • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $131,300 - $237,350 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and deploying advanced analytics and AI/ML solutions, leveraging proficiency in Python and statistical analysis techniques. Collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, production-ready algorithms and platforms in a fast-paced environment.

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Advanced Analytics DevelopmentAI/ML Solutions DeploymentPython ProficiencyStatistical Analysis TechniquesTop Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Data SciencePredictive AnalyticsEntity ResolutionGraph AnalyticsExplainable AIOperational AnalyticsScripting Language ProficiencyCreative Problem SolvingVersion Control ToolsDeployment Technologies

Soft Skills

CollaborationActive LearningMission-Focused Outcomes

Tools & Technologies

PyTorchScikit-learnLLM FrameworksGeospatial Analytics PlatformsDockerKubernetesOpenShiftGitSVNJIRA

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Top Secret ClearanceEligibility for TS/SCI with Polygraph

Industry Keywords

Quantitative AnalysisAnalytical PlatformsData EngineeringDevSecOpsCybersecurityObservability

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityDockerKubernetesOpenShiftOpen SourcePythonPyTorchScikit-LearnSubversionTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced analytics and AI/ML solutions for mission-critical applications
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of analysts, engineers, and developers to solve complex challenges
Deliver innovative, production-ready algorithms and platforms
Apply cutting-edge techniques in statistical analysis, predictive analytics, entity resolution, graph analytics, explainable AI, and operational analytics
Work with diverse data types (structured, unstructured, open source, digital media)
Leverage modern tools such as Python, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, LLM frameworks, and geospatial analytics platforms
Contribute to the integration of AI, DevSecOps, data engineering, platform engineering, cybersecurity, and observability in a fast-paced, engineering-centric environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or equivalent graduate degree in a quantitative or analytical field (Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computational Social Science, etc.)
12+ years of experience in data science, analytics, or quantitative intelligence analysis, developing analytics and AI/ML solutions (10+ years with a Master’s)
Active Top Secret clearance and eligibility for TS/SCI with Polygraph
Proficiency in Python and at least one other scripting language
Demonstrated experience collaborating with hybrid teams to research, build, and deploy complex, user-friendly analytical platforms
Track record of creative problem solving, active learning, and mission-focused outcomes
Familiarity with version control tools (git, svn, JIRA) and deployment technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift)

Benefits

Comp & perks

3 Medical Plan Options
Dental and Vision
FSA, DCFSA, HSA
Life/AD&D Insurance
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Training and Educational Assistance up to $5,000 per year
Paid Time Off (PTO)
11 Federal holidays
401k plan with up to a 6% match (100% immediate vesting)