Sr. Principal Data Scientist [REMOTE JOB]

Job Description
BAE Systems Inc is seeking a talented Data Scientist to join our Enterprise Advanced Data Analytics team and contribute to enterprise-level complex business solutions. As a Data Scientist at BAE Systems Inc, you will be at the forefront of developing cutting-edge AI and machine learning enterprise-grade solutions.

We are looking for a skilled Data Scientist with 4+ years of professional experience in building and deploying machine learning algorithms, with a focus on AI/ML and large language models. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying robust machine learning algorithms to solve complex business problems from supply chain, factory operation, workforce, and logistics. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into actionable solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Own end-to-end solutions of design, develop, and deploy robust machine-learning algorithms, including large language model.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into actionable solutions.
• Conduct data discovery and analysis by cleaning, preprocessing, and transforming raw data into usable formats, ensuring data quality and integrity.
• Produce visualizations and insights with the goal of communication to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Develop and train large language models using deep learning techniques, such as transformers and recurrent neural networks.
• Own end-to-end solutions of design, develop, and deploy robust machine-learning algorithms.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into actionable solutions.
• Conduct data discovery and analysis by cleaning, preprocessing, and transforming raw data into usable formats, ensuring data quality and integrity.
• Produce visualizations and insights with the goal of communication to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• 6+ years of professional experience as a Data Scientist, with a focus on generative AI and machine learning.
• Strong understanding of large language models (LLMs) and their applications in AI.
• Experience with Agent + RAG system and its application in data science and AI.
• Proficiency in Python/R programming languages and popular machine learning libraries such as langchian, scikit-learn, TensorFlow, and PyTorch.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, and others.
• Familiarity with cloud-based services and solutions such as AWS, Azure, and Dataiku.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field
• Experience working with large datasets and high-performance computing environments.
• Strong understanding of data modeling, statistical inference, and machine learning techniques
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Experience with Docker and containerization
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
• Experience with cloud-based data warehousing and big data processing (e.g., AWS Glue, Apache Spark)

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $103590 - $176130

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.