Data Scientist/Developer - 100% Remote

Data Scientist/Developer (100% Remote) Primary Location: 100% Remote V-Soft Consulting is currently hiring for a Data Scientist/Developer (100% Remote) for our premier client in City, State. Education And Experience » • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, engineering, physics, or related field. • Have participated in US Federal Gov’t data science programs requiring TS/SCI clearance, delivering solutions requiring the combination of geospatial disciplines, and pattern of life analysis. • Proven expertise custom developing AI programs “from the ground up”, including but not limited to, text processing, and optimized selection and application of multiple LLMs. • Minimum two (2) years of experience designing and implementing machine-learning solutions based on first principles, including developing custom statistical methods without reliance on pre-built libraries. • Minimum academic math background to include full calculus series, linear algebra, and statistics. Discrete math, advanced statistics, and differential equations are a plus. • Knowledge and competence in databases such as Postgres, MySQL, SQL Server, as well as Python, C++, JAVA, React, NextJS, NodeJS, and AWS. • Experience deploying analytic models in pilot or AWS production environments. • Good communication skills with both technical and non-technical people. • Strong understanding of model validation and performance measurement. • Experience deploying advanced analytic solutions in public-sector or regulated environments. What You’ll Do Job Responsibilities: Current Processes & Technology • Identify how the State decides to deploy resources based on the intake information. • Contribute to the identification of shortcomings in the intake process and opportunities to improve outcomes. • Use information from interviews, discovery sessions, and workshops to identify. • Identify any internal data sources used in the intake process. Devise New Intake Approach Using New Technologies: • Based on an understanding of the current intake process and its shortcomings, devise and propose an improved process using natural language processing and other machine learning methods to favorably impact child outcomes while reducing resources. • Quantify to the extent possible, the impact of the improved process and use of new technology. Map Anticipated Data Source Changes: • Determine how internal data sources might change with future modifications to core IT systems used by clients. • Adjust the proposed intake process to account for any data source changes. Design Review(s): • Conduct a preliminary and a final design review of an improved intake tool proof-of-concept implementation. • Include anticipated outcomes from the use of technology and any differences that may be evident from the proof-of-concept implementation. • Identify the source of the data that will be used in the proof-of-concept implementation. If data from the State is unavailable, describe an alternative approach. Implementation of Proof-of-Concept: • Create a means of hosting data, whether the data is provided by the State, simulated, or other means. • Construct a demonstrable prototype application that will illustrate the new technology’s impact on children and State resources. • Build the prototype application using Python, C++, JAVA, and/or SQL, or similar language. Use Postgres or a similar database if needed. • Integrate the proof-of-concept with the available data source. • Conduct tests to validate the functionality of the application. • Validate to the extent possible, the impact on children and State resources from using the prototype in a fully implemented form. • Seek validation of the application’s efficacy from key State stakeholders through one-on-one demonstrations. Conference Room Demonstration: • During 3-4 days, provide a conference room demonstration that shows how the prototype application can improve child outcomes and reduce State resources. • Provide stakeholders a hands-on-experience with the application. Agile Development Process: • Participate in the Agile development process to ensure the success of the project. Interested? Qualified candidates should send their resumes to pvamshi@vsoftconsulting.com V-Soft Consulting Group is recognized among the top 100 fastest growing staffing companies in North America, V-Soft Consulting Group is headquartered in Louisville, KY with strategic locations in India, Canada and the U.S. V-Soft is known as an agile, innovative technology services company holding several awards and distinctions and has a wide variety of partnerships across diverse technology stacks. As a valued V-Soft Consultant, you’re eligible for full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), a 401(k) plan, competitive compensation and more. V-Soft is partnered with numerous Fortune 500 companies, exceptionally positioned to advance your career growth. V-Soft Consulting 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, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. For more information or to view all our open jobs, please visit www.vsoftconsulting.com or call (844) 425-8425.