Mid Data Scientist

Are you searching for an opportunity to take your career to the next level? Ignite Digital Services is a fast-growing digital transformation company serving the national security sector. Our small business applies data science, program management and technical domain expertise to help clients implement data-driven approaches that maximize operational efficiencies.

We’ve redefined what it means to be a leader in our industry by creating and maintaining effective and rewarding working relationships with our clients, partners and internal team members. Our company culture is built upon a team-based approach, which offers continuous opportunities for personal growth and innovation, while providing unmatched value to our clients.

Perks of Working at Ignite Digital Services:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO


• Education stipends and referral bonuses


• Compelling work with the U.S. federal government


• Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement


• Opportunity to shape the future of our industry


• Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Scientist to join our team. In this role, you will leverage advanced analytics, machine learning, and statistical modeling techniques to extract insights from complex datasets. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design data-driven solutions, guide decision-making, and deliver measurable business impact.

Responsibilities:

• Collect, process, and analyze large structured and unstructured datasets from multiple sources


• Develop, test, and deploy machine learning models to solve business problems and optimize operations


• Design and implement statistical models, data pipelines, and predictive analytics solutions


• Communicate findings and insights clearly through visualizations, dashboards, and reports


• Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to identify opportunities for innovation


• Stay current with emerging data science methodologies, tools, and industry best practices


• Ensure compliance with data governance, privacy, and security standards

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field (Ph.D. preferred)


• 2 to 5+ years of applied experience in data science, machine learning, or analytics


• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus


• Experience working with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Databricks, Snowflake) preferred


• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities


• Excellent communication skills to translate complex data insights into actionable business recommendations


• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment


• Detail-oriented with a passion for continuous learning and innovation


• Ability to obtain DOD Secret clearance

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Python or R for statistical modeling and machine learning


• Strong knowledge of SQL and experience with relational and non-relational databases


• Experience with machine learning frameworks (e.g., Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch)


• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Matplotlib, Seaborn)

Schedule: 100% onsite in San Diego, CA

Salary: 120k+ to align with experience and education

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Ignite Digital Services is a Small Business committed to providing exceptional service to government agencies at competitive prices. The capabilities and experience of our staff and our extensive industry relationships distinguish Ignite Digital Services among government contractors.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

For individuals who would like to request an accommodation, please visit (CA) or (SC) or contact Human Resources. Ignite Digital Services will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal employment opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will Ignite Digital Services require, in a posting or otherwise, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract.