
location_on11320, South Shore Road, Reston, Fairfax County, Virginia, 20190, United States
We have an immediate need for a Data Scientist to support a Federal Healthcare Insurance organization. This role is designed for a professional who thrives on identifying and solving complex business problems using numerical techniques, algorithms, and models in statistical modeling, machine learning, AI, operations research, and data mining.
As a Data Scientist on our team, you will own high-impact projects from inception to completion. Whether you are developing new modeling techniques to improve predictions, creating analyses to highlight pipeline weaknesses, or building tools to enhance team workflows, you will be expected to lead large-scale initiatives. You will act as a vital liaison between analytics, business units, and other departments, communicating across product teams and educating stakeholders on artificial intelligence and statistical models.
This is a remote opportunity with onsite requests 1–2 times per month in the DC Metro area. We are specifically seeking candidates who currently reside in the DC, MD, or VA area (or touching states). Please note: The client is not accepting candidates located out of town who are not willing to relocate, and candidates must already reside in the Washington DC region.
To apply, please submit your resume directly. Third parties and agencies are strictly prohibited; absolutely no phone calls please. We are looking for immediate consideration, so please apply today.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.
Work model: Hybrid
11320, South Shore Road, Reston, Fairfax County, Virginia, 20190, United States
Reston, Virginia
Preferred experience with a statistical package such as R, MATLAB, SPSS, SAS, or Stata. Proficiency with healthcare analytics and data structures. Desired interdisciplinary skills including big data technologies, ETL, statistics, causal inference, Deep Learning, and modeling/simulation. Experience with large data sets and distributed computing (Hive/Hadoop) is a plus. AWS migration experience is a big plus. AgenticAI experience is a big plus.
Elite Technical specializes in technical talent acquisition, connecting top-tier professionals with leading technology roles across diverse industries. Based in Reston, VA, the company partners with organizations in Aerospace & Defense, Commercial Enterprise, Financial IT, Healthcare IT, Broadcast & Media, and federal systems integration to deliver high-level technical solutions. With a 30-year legacy of excellence, Elite Technical leverages advanced AI-driven processes to streamline talent matching, enabling clients to focus on their core missions. Founded in New York in 1992, the privately held firm is certified as a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), reflecting its commitment to innovation and inclusion in the staffing sector. Serving both private and public sector clients, Elite Technical continues to build long-term relationships by aligning skilled candidates with industry-defining opportunities.
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