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Agile Defense

Data Scientist

Agile Defense
Colorado Springs, CO Full time Posted 1d ago
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Job Description

Data Scientist and Engineer based in Colorado Springs, CO (onsite), focused on designing, developing, and deploying scalable, AI-enabled data solutions for the DoD. This includes building data pipelines, preprocessing workflows, feature engineering, and machine learning services within secure, containerized environments.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and operationally deploy scalable AI-enabled data solutions for the Department of Defense under the CDAO ADA IR program.
  • Shape and implement data pipelines, preprocessing workflows, feature engineering strategies, and machine learning services in secure, containerized environments.
  • Collaborate closely with product managers, full‑stack developers, platform engineers, and mission stakeholders to convert raw data into actionable insights and decision-support tools.
  • Demonstrate strong technical communication, a collaborative mindset, and experience in agile environments that prioritize reproducibility, testing, and continuous delivery.

Requirements

  • 4+ years of experience in applied data science, machine learning engineering, or data pipeline development.
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Proficiency in Python, SQL, and distributed data frameworks including Spark, Databricks, and PySpark.

Technologies

  • Python
  • SQL
  • Spark
  • Databricks
  • PySpark
  • Palantir
  • Palantir Foundry
  • AWS-native data services
  • scikit-learn
  • TensorFlow
  • XGBoost
  • MLflow
  • Tableau
  • Plotly
  • Matplotlib

About Agile Defense

At Agile Defense, action defines the outcome and adaptability is essential. The organization continually looks ahead, embracing change with determination to build for what comes next, supporting mission success through advanced technology and agile execution.

The firm aims to deliver adaptive innovation to support national security and critical civilian missions by integrating cutting-edge technologies, skilled professionals, and rapid execution capabilities.

Our Core Values

  • Happy - Be Infectious. Cultivate a positive, connected environment where motivation and satisfaction amplify performance.
  • Helpful - Be Supportive. Foster teamwork through a foundation of collaboration and shared success.
  • Honest - Be Trustworthy. Maintain transparent communication and ethical conduct across all engagements.
  • Humble - Be Grounded. Value mutual respect and continuous learning in a collaborative culture.
  • Hungry - Be Eager. Pursue excellence with a proactive mindset and a drive for innovation.
  • Hustle - Be Driven. Demonstrate a strong work ethic and commitment to advancing the mission.
  • 6Hs - The core values collectively define what makes the organization agile, guiding integrity and tireless effort in national security work.

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