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Unisys

Data Scientist

Contract · In Office · Rockville, Maryland (USA)

Posted Jul 15, 2026

  • About the Role
  • We are seeking an experienced Data Scientist to join our team and drive impactful data-driven insights that inform strategic business decisions. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, analytical rigor, and excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models to solve complex business problems
  • Explore and implement generative AI solutions to enhance analytical capabilities and business processes
  • Create advanced, interactive visualizations and dashboards to communicate insights to diverse audiences
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and translate them into analytical solutions
  • Conduct rigorous statistical analyses to validate findings and ensure data integrity
  • Lead stakeholder engagement, presenting complex technical concepts in accessible ways
  • Mentor junior team members and contribute to the growth of the data science practice
  • Deploy and maintain models in cloud-based environments
  • Drive end-to-end project delivery from problem definition through implementation
  • Required Qualifications
  • Python Proficiency: Expert-level skills in Python for data analysis, modeling, and automation (required)
  • Data Manipulation & Processing: Strong proficiency in pandas for data analysis and PySpark for large-scale distributed data processing
  • SQL: Advanced SQL skills for data extraction, transformation, and analysis across various database systems
  • Statistics: Strong foundation in statistical methods, experimental design, and hypothesis testing (required)
  • Machine Learning: Hands-on experience building, training, and deploying ML models in production environments
  • Advanced Visualization: Proficiency with Plotly and Plotly Dash for creating interactive, production-grade visualizations
  • Cloud Technologies: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) for data processing and model deployment
  • Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Stakeholder Management: Proven track record of managing stakeholder relationships and driving alignment
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related quantitative field; advanced degree (Master's or PhD) preferred
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Generative AI: Experience with large language models (LLMs), prompt engineering, and GenAI applications
  • Experience with graph databases and graph analytics
  • Knowledge of network analysis and graph-based algorithms
  • Experience in financial services or regulated industries
  • Familiarity with MLOps and model monitoring best practices

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