**Description** Leidos currently has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Data Scientist to lead the development of Data Science solutions for the Information and Data Sciences Division of the Leidos Innovations Center. This position will support multiple programs and projects as well as being responsible for defining and maturing the organization’s processes and building/supervising a core group of software engineers. Our projects focus on AI/ML, Resilient Systems, Quantum communications, and Cybersecurity solutions. **Primary Responsibilities.** + _Experience with research and hands-on development of Data Science solutions_ + _Design and development of methods, processes, and systems to consolidate and analyze data sets. Develop and use advanced statistical concepts, algorithms, querying and automated processes to clean, model, integrate and evaluate complex datasets_ + _Contribute to complex data-driven development projects involving diverse data types using modern ML architectures_ + _Can act as SME for program engagements or proposal efforts_ + _Lead, build, mentor, and supervise a group of Data Scientists_ **Basic Qualifications.** + _BS degree and 8 + years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6 – 10 years of prior relevant experience._ + _Experience with research and hands-on development of data science solutions for AI/ML applications._ + _Experience with complex data-driven development projects involving diverse data types using modern ML architectures_ + Experience in languages such as Python, C, C++, MATLAB, etc. + _Proficient in data exploration techniques and tools_ + _Can act as SME for program engagements or proposal support_ + _Ability to effectively communicate technical solutions to coworkers, teammates, and customers._ + _Must have the ability to obtain a Secret level clearance; U.S. Citizenship required._ + _Ability and willingness to work onsite in either San Diego California or Arlington Virginia._ **Preferred Qualifications.** + _Experience with GitLab and jira_ + _Experience with Machine Learning and/or Artificial Intelligence algorithms and libraries_ Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter. We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don’t wear capes (they’re a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for “how it’s always been done.” **Original Posting:** March 13, 2025 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. **Pay Range:** Pay Range $104,650.00 - $189,175.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. REQNUMBER: R-00155404 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.