Senior Data Scientist

About the role

Celestar, a B&A Company, is looking for a Senior Data Scientist to join its team in the National Capital Region. You will apply advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI techniques to transform raw data into actionable insights that support the defense cover program and client initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct data analytics, data engineering, data mining, exploratory and predictive analysis.
• Develop AI tools and machine‑learning models such as recommendation engines and automated lead scoring systems.
• Create visual, written, and verbal narratives to communicate analytical findings.
• Manage and merge disparate data sources using R, Python, or SQL.
• Provide senior‑level enterprise support for multiple databases and applications.

Required profile

• Master’s degree with at least 12 years of relevant experience, or a bachelor’s degree with 17 years of experience.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in data science, with recent experience (last 2 years) in the field.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance with CI Polygraph.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Python and R.
• Strong SQL knowledge.
• Experience with data‑visualization tools such as Power BI and Tableau.
• Hands‑on expertise in machine learning, predictive analytics, and statistical analysis.
• Ability to work with large, multi‑source data sets and automated predictive analytics pipelines.