Our client is seeking a Junior Data Scientist to support data-driven operations within a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have foundational experience in data analysis and machine learning, along with some exposure to project management.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Essential Qualifications/Experience:
• A University/ Bachelor’s degree in Data/Computer Science. Or exceptionally, the lack of a university degree may be compensated by the demonstration of a candidate’s particular abilities or experience that is/are of interest within SACT, that is, at least 2 years extensive and progressive expertise in duties related to the function of the post
• Minimum of 2 years work experience, in the field of Data Science, Data Analyst or similar role • Demonstrate a working knowledge of at least 2 years in of requirements management tools (identify which tools)
• Demonstrate 2 years knowledge of Capability Development and Management processes
• Experience involving the support to data focused operations, such experience should encompass at least 1 skill(s) listed:
✓ Machine Learning (ML)/ AI knowledge
✓ Large Language Models
• Working knowledge of Computer System of Systems Architectures
• Experience with data science tools to support data analytics and data visualisation
• Experience in Project Management and Agile methodologies
• Programme Management experience within a complex and dynamic programme environment • Successful engagement with project users and stakeholders at NCIA
DUTIES/ROLE:
• Contribute to the activities of the Political Military – Assisted Decision-Making Team
• Knowledge of Data models. Evaluates the outcomes, veracity, and performance of data models
• Engages with the target user to prototype and refine human computer interfaces to optimize visualization of the relationships between different data entities
• Specifies and applies appropriate techniques to clean and properly format data for use
• Reviews the benefits and value of techniques and tools and recommends improvements for cleansing and reformatting data
• Define/ refine PM-ADM operational, capability, and regulatory requirements
• Development of concepts of operation, working with subject matter experts
• Construct data strategies in line with the owning organisations approach to collecting, storing, and analysing data
• Remain up-to-date with new developments in data science and AI to bring innovative ideas into implementation
• Directly supports the Programme Director and travels to meetings and conferences within and outside NATO’s boundaries for up to 30 days per year
• Performs additional tasks as required by the COTR related to the LABOR category
To be considered, the candidate must have Active NATO or National Secret (or higher) security clearance.
