Overview: The Data Scientist applies statistical analysis, data processing, and visualization techniques to extract insights from complex datasets, supporting data-driven decision-making. They clean, transform, and analyze structured and unstructured data to identify trends, patterns, and key performance indicators. Using programming languages like Python, R, and SQL, they develop data models, optimize queries, and create dashboards or reports to effectively communicate findings. The Data Scientist collaborates with stakeholders to understand business or mission objectives, ensuring data solutions align with organizational goals. They also maintain data integrity, adhere to security protocols, and implement best practices for data governance and compliance.
Core requirements:
- Proficiency in one or more of the following: C++, Python or Java
- Proficiency with Docker (or Podman) and Helm for application packaging and deployment.
- Experience deploying and configuring applications within Kubernetes. (i.e. the ability to define ingress rules for traffic routing, utilize Cert manager for SSL/TLS, and interface with persistent storage (e.g. Longhorn))
- Proficiency with Git based workflows (Bitbucket/GitHub/GitLab)
- Familiarity with the Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)
- Experience with Agile software development practices including build automation, testing automation, pair programming, and code management.
- Experience supporting configuration management and software release processes.
- Experience with Linux (i.e. RHEL) and comfortable with the command line.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience managing the full lifecycle of distributed microservices in a production environment
- Experience building scalable RESTful APIs using frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask or Spring Boot.
- Experience implementing asynchronous, event-driven architectures using Kafka or RabbitMQ
- Experience optimizing PostgreSQL for high-volume data and using Redis for distributed caching and state management.
- A deep understanding of cloud-native principals with a focus on building for scalability, high availability, and fault tolerance.
Skills Required
- Proficiency in one or more of C++, Python, or Java
- Proficiency with Docker or Podman and Helm for application packaging and deployment
- Experience deploying and configuring applications within Kubernetes, including ingress rules, Cert-Manager, and persistent storage such as Longhorn
- Proficiency with Git-based workflows using Bitbucket, GitHub, or GitLab
- Familiarity with the Atlassian Suite, including Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket
- Experience with Agile software development practices, including build automation, testing automation, pair programming, and code management
- Experience supporting configuration management and software release processes
- Experience with Linux, such as RHEL, and comfort using the command line
- Experience managing the full lifecycle of distributed microservices in production
- Experience building scalable RESTful APIs using FastAPI, Flask, or Spring Boot
- Experience implementing asynchronous, event-driven architectures using Kafka or RabbitMQ
- Experience optimizing PostgreSQL for high-volume data and using Redis for distributed caching and state management
- Deep understanding of cloud-native principles focused on scalability, high availability, and fault tolerance
What We Do
Xenith Solutions LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. We value our employees and provide 100% employee premium paid health insurance, dental and vision care. We also offer our employees unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO). We do not want our employees to worry about caring for themselves or their families as well as ensuring they have ample time off to recharge. Xenith provides comprehensive, timely and relevant Solutions and Business Consulting support to our customers as a key partner. Our leadership brings over a century of combined experience in Defense and Civilian markets. Our employees possess experience in all aspects of solution development from requirements creation, development, test and evaluation, fielding, and sustainment. At the core of our offerings we provide strategy and technology solutions, giving our customers valuable insights and thought leadership on the best application of information technology to drive business objectives. Xenith focuses on solving complex business challenges facing our customers. Our “Success Through Achievement” work ethic means our customer receive quality solutions through our commitment. We pride ourselves on tackling some of the most difficult operational requirements our customers have – ensuring an appropriate match between the mission requirements, financials, schedule, and security.
