Junior Data Scientist (TS/SCI)

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what's happening now and shape what's coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters-where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status.
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Vantor is seeking a junior data scientist to join our team supporting NGA mission needs. In this role, you will leverage new and existing tradecraft experience to support all stages of the data science computer vision (CV) pipeline. Example tasks may include analyzing large and varied electro-optical (EO) and synthetic aperture radar (SAR) imagery-based datasets, feeding analytic applications models to extract results, or comparing model outputs to provide customer recommendations for improvements. Your work will directly contribute to both traditional imagery analysis tradecraft and the development of advanced AI/ML models supporting the DoD.

Responsibilities:

• Serve on multi-discipline AI/ML team comprised of data scientists and engineers
• Learn and leverage CV pipeline components to support integration of disparate components into a single pipeline
• Review model outputs and compare results to previous versions
• Provide recommendations for model performance increases
• Evaluate the strength and weaknesses of variousl AI/ML approaches and delivery strategies
• Detail orientated focus, heavy focus on data standards, and strong desire to learn
• Support government, government client, and internal Vantor collaboration

Minimum Qualifications:

• U.S. citizenship and active TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree in data science or related field
• 1+ years of experience supporting data science tradecraft
• Experience with the Python data science stack (e.g., numpy, pandas, matplotlib, sklearn, etc.)
• Experience working with EO and SAR imagery
• Experience with version control technologies such as Git, GitLab, etc.
• Must be local to Northern Virginia and willing to work on-site in Herndon
• Ability to occasionally travel to local government sites for customer meetings and demonstrations (DC Capital Region)
• Strong visual analysis skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience solving image science and/or geospatial problems for commercial or government clients
• Subject matter expertise in remote sensing, government collection platforms, and/or EO and SAR imagery
• Knowledge of deep learning tech (PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc.) and algorithms (YOLO, SSD, DetectNet, etc.)
• Experience using Docker for CV model packaging and delivery
• Proficiency in geospatial and imagery exploitation tools (ArcGIS, QGIS, RemoteView, SOCET GXP, etc.)
• Experience supporting NGA or DoD/IC mission requirements

Pay Transparency: In support of pay transparency at Vantor, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate's starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

The base pay for this position within California, Colorado, Hawaii, New Jersey, the Washington, DC metropolitan area, and for all other states is:

$70,000.00 - $80,000.00

Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careers

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.

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EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.