Senior Data Scientist

About the Opportunity: We are looking for talented Data Scientists to join our team and deliver generative and predictive capabilities for US Government customers. The right candidate will work on the design, development, and deployment of AI/ML capabilities for various applications implementing generative AI and integrations with predictive capabilities (agentic workflows, LLM fine-tuning). Additionally, this person will be working on quick proof-of-concept solutions but also building in a generalized fashion to support longer term implementation. From your first day, you will make a valuable contribution. We are a fast-growing company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact for the US while designing and developing cutting-edge, novel capabilities. Active US Security clearance or eligibility and willingness to obtain a US Security clearance. Top Secret with SCI eligibility highly preferred. Duties and Responsibilities: Design, implement, and deploy machine learning algorithms for USG customers Design and develop prototype solutions incorporating both generative and predictive capabilities Serve as the subject matter expert on cutting-edge generative techniques to enhance the government team’s ability to produce meaningful insights Design, implement, and manage machine learning data pipelines Conduct research and development on agentic integration of capabilities and application to USG use cases Interact directly with customers and subject matter experts, translating AI/ML concepts into practical language Manage machine learning algorithm lifecycle Support pre-sales efforts, identifying how the Seekr Platform could help satisfy customer requirements Coordinate data collection and annotation efforts for supervised training efforts Design and implement tests for machine learning algorithm effectiveness and performance monitoring Research and development on cutting-edge machine learning technologies Qualifications and Skills: Graduate degree in Computer Science preferred with a strong background in machine learning required Strong problem-solving abilities, solid background in algorithms and data structures required Comfortable interacting with customers and subject matter experts, translating complex AI/ML concepts into practical language and impacts Familiar with generative AI concepts like RAG, prompt engineering, agents, structured output, multi-modal LLMs, various embedding models Strong programming skills in Python required. Experience in java and html a plus. Experience working with or in the DoD, US Intelligence Community, or US Federal Civilian agencies Solid knowledge of machine learning tools (eg. scikit-learn, tensorflow, keras, pytorch, Spark MLlib) required Solid knowledge of LLM Frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex,pydantic Transformers Familiarity with common APIs including OpenAI, GraphQL, FastAPI Familiarity with Databases and Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) technologies such as Pinecone, FAISS, OpenSearch, and Neo4j Experience with interactive machine learning (eg. active learning, reinforcement learning, machine teaching) a plus but not required About the Company: Seekr is a leader in explainable and trustworthy artificial intelligence designed to power mission-critical decisions in enterprises, government, and regulated industries. SeekrFlow™, our end-to-end AI platform, provides secure, auditable AI solutions tailored to sectors where transparency, accuracy, and compliance are paramount. Available across cloud, on-premises, and edge environments, SeekrFlow reduces bias, strengthens data integrity, and simplifies model oversight so organizations can rely on trusted AI decisions in high-stakes settings that impact society’s most sensitive and vital systems. Trusted by leading enterprises and government agencies, we partner with defense, finance, telecom, and critical infrastructure leaders to enable AI solutions that drive real-world results with unmatched transparency and control. We are a team of strategic thinkers and problem-solvers tackling the toughest challenges facing critical infrastructure and global enterprises through best-in-class AI models and customer deployment. Our team operates with unwavering commitment to our core values and mission: We are driven by outcomes—our customers' success is what we strive for every day. We believe trust is earned, which is why we build explainability and transparency into the entire AI lifecycle. We take our responsibility to deliver secure AI seriously. We believe innovation drives progress—we are building the technologies that power the systems our society depends on. Company Benefits: Meaningful Mission & Impact - Work with a deeply talented, collaborative team solving some of the toughest AI challenges that matter. Equity Ownership – RSUs that let you share directly in Seekr’s long‑term success and growth. Time Off That Respects Real Life – Unlimited PTO plus 14 paid company holidays to truly recharge. Work Your Way – A flexible hybrid work environment with offices in Reston, VA and Austin, TX, plus remote options and flexible working hours. Competitive Total Rewards – A role‑appropriate compensation structure that supports long‑term growth, including base salary, bonuses, or commission plans depending on role. 401(k) with Company Match – Build your future with a retirement plan that includes employer matching. Comprehensive Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage starting day one—for you and your family. Parental Leave – Paid parental leave to support employees as they welcome a new child through birth, adoption, or foster placement.