Data Scientist/Engineer/Analyst - KODA Technologies Inc.

Data Scientist/Engineer/Analyst

Company Overview:

KODA is a people-first company recognized as a five-time winner of Huntsville's Best Places to Work® Award, certified as a Great Place to Work®, and a Best Place for Working Parents®. KODA is a small business focused on solving complex engineering problems on national-priority projects in domains such as missile defense, hypersonics, DOD space, and civil space.

Our expertise spans Radar and Missile Development, Multi-Domain Operations, Flight and Ground Test Planning and Execution, Tactical Data Link Testing, Test Range Instrumentation, Systems Engineering and Integration, Model and Simulation Development, and Digital Engineering/Model-Based Systems Engineering.

The name KODA, a Native American word meaning 'allies', embodies our dedication to our customers and each other. Trust and integrity guide us in all we do. We prioritize our people, support national-priority missions, and give back to our community through the KODA Cares program. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a commitment to professional growth. Join us and learn more at www.kodatech.com.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a Data Scientist/Engineer/Analyst from early career to senior, with full scope experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine learning (ML) and/or Big Data. The candidate will support efforts on a future OPIR sensor architecture, in combination with the existing constellation. The Individual will:

• Conduct exploratory data analysis on new sources of Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) data, creating discovery opportunities for optimization of AI and ML applications across the enterprise in support of the JOPC.
• Educate customers on issues and solutions, as appropriate throughout the project life cycle.
• Continually research current and emerging ISR capabilities as well as data technologies, proposing changes to continuously improve space operations.
• Create, maintain, and track the design of data pipelines utilized to streamline OPIR data ingestion, scale data streams, and develop predictive analytic products.
• Work with data developers and ML engineering staff to ensure standardized process, scalability with local teams, and monitoring and maintenance of operational metrics.
• Determine what question, if answered, would present the most value to the organization.
• Develop the most valuable data product for data analytics.
• Research and develop statistical learning models for data analysis.
• Communicate results and ideas to senior leader key decision makers.
• Implement new statistical or other mathematical methodologies as needed for specific models or analysis.
• Optimize joint development efforts through appropriate database use and project design.
• These jobs can very depending on experience level and skills

Job Requirements:

• TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Math, or related field
• 5-15+ years of experience.
• Experience in Python, PyTorch/TensorFlow, and other applicable data science libraries
• Extensive background in data mining and statistical analysis
• Skills developing correlative data models that support descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics
• Able to understand various data structures and common methods in data transformation.
• Experience developing in Python, R, and SQL in support of big data analytics, machine learning, and NLP, Neural Networks, and Deep Learning analytics
• Expertise in Cloud technology
• Experience with CI/CD
• Implemented DevSecOps controls (DoD CIO & AF CSO)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and experience with cloud-based data services
• Proficient in data security management
• Prefer experience with open platform (Kubernetes/Istio), microservice/service mesh architectures, and leverage event-driven behavior across the entire portfolio
• Competency in Agile Development
• Ability to communicate complex data in a simple, actionable ways
• Ability to visualize data in the most effective way for a given project or study
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, negotiate complex issues, and maintain good working relations
• Ability to work independently and with team members from different backgrounds

Preferred Requirements:

• Masters or PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Math, or related field.
• Possess previous Space experience at operational/theater level (e.g. Combatant Command, Joint/Combined Task Force, Component)
• Possess experience in supporting USSPACECOM, AFSPACE, NAVSPACE, MARFORSPACE, or SMDC/ARSPACE operations and/or exercises
• Experience working on classified networks and interfacing with military staffs at the operational and strategic levels
• Machine learning experience and/or Artificial Intelligence experience
• Big Data experience

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position:Yes

Job Type:Regular Full-time

Security Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Schedule:M-F; 8-5

Work Location: Buckley Air Natl Guard Base, CO

Travel:0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract:No

Salary Range - Colorado: $100,000-$155,000

The salary range information is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the salary for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, geographic location, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.

KODA Technologies Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact info@kodatech.com to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.