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Senior Remote Data Science Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Must have a Advanced Degree (Master s or PhD) in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Data Science ... Washington DC Metro Area - Remote (candidates MUST BE located in the National Capital Region - DMV ...

Exercising discretion at a more senior level, partner with a cross-functional team of data scientists, software engineers, and product managers to deliver a product customers love. Leverage a broad ...

The Senior Analyst will serve on a four-member Agile Data Science delivery team performing ... for remote work to be determined by the program manager and customer. Essential Functions:

This position requires a mid-to-senior level of experience, a passion for mission support, and a ... Herndon, VA with remote flexibility. Must be local to the DC Metro area. Responsibilities * Curate ...

Managing Consultant Data Scientist Arlington, Virginia, United States, Remote Flexible Excella is a ... Mentor and support junior and senior team members in data science methodologies and best practices.

We're looking for an experienced Data Scientist or Senior Data Scientist to join one of our cross-functional product development teams here at Two Six Technologies. Our teams are building ...

Data Scientist

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

$69K - $158K/yr

... senior leaders * TS/SCI clearance * Master's degree in Data Science or Analytics Clearance ... Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required ...

Prioritizes, scopes and manages data science projects for internal stakeholders and clients ... Opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement combining remote and in-office work. The specific ...

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related ... Travel will be more common for roles such as Account Executives (25 - 50%), senior leaders (10 - 20 ...

Senior Data Engineer

VA · Remote

$150K - $180K/yr

This is a full-time, salaried, remote position. Candidate must reside within the Continental U.S ... Partner with Business Intelligence and Data Science teams to deliver trusted, production-ready ...

Data Scientist, Mid

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$77K - $176K/yr

Remote Work: No Job Number: R0247640 Location: Reston,VA,US Share job via: Share Data Scientist, Mid The Opportunity: As a data scientist, you're excited at the prospect of unlocking the secrets held ...

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What is the difference between Senior Remote Data Science vs Data Analyst?

AspectSenior Remote Data ScienceData Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in Data Science, Statistics, or related field; experience with programming languages like Python or RBachelor's in Statistics, Mathematics, or related field; proficiency in Excel, SQL, and data visualization tools
Work EnvironmentRemote, collaborative teams, often involved in complex modeling and predictive analyticsRemote or on-site, focused on data reporting, cleaning, and basic analysis
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, finance, healthcare, e-commerceMarketing agencies, retail, finance, healthcare

Senior Remote Data Science roles typically require advanced technical skills and involve complex modeling, whereas Data Analysts focus on data reporting and visualization. Both roles can be remote and are used across various industries, but Data Analysts generally have less emphasis on machine learning and predictive modeling.

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Infographic showing various Senior Remote Data Science job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution.

Data Scientist (Remote)

Elder Research

Arlington, VA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Data Scientist
Workplace: Washington DC Metro Area - Remote (candidates MUST BE located in the National Capital Region - DMV)
Clearance Required: a TS or CBP BI or DHS Suitability clearance adjudicated within the past 4 years
Position Overview:
Supports U.S. Customs and Border Protection in the Washington DC area. As a Data Scientist, with little or no supervision, apply expert knowledge in statistical analysis, complex data mining, and artificial intelligence to make value out of data. Provide consulting relating to the data mining and analysis of data from a range of sources to transform raw data into concise and actionable insights. Design and implement data-driven solutions, with specific focus on advanced analytical methods, data models, and visualizations. Develop quantitative simulations and models to provide descriptive and predictive analytics solution recommendations. Identify trends and problems through complex big data analysis. Maintain current in emerging tools and techniques in machine learning, statistical modeling, and analytics.
Requirements:
  • MUST HAVE Six (6) years of relevant experience in applied research, big data analytics, statistics, applied mathematics, data science, computer science, operations research or other closely related other quantitative or mathematical discipline. At least three (3) years of direct experience in machine learning.
  • Must have a Advanced Degree (Masters or PhD) in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Computer Science, Operations Research or other closely related other quantitative or mathematical discipline. A PhD degree may be substituted for up to three (3) years of relevant experience.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of data mining methods, databases, data visualization and machine learning.
  • Ability to communicate analysis techniques, concepts and products.
  • Ability to develop data-driven solutions, data models, and visualizations
  • Washington DC Metro Area - Remote (candidates MUST BE located in the National Capital Region - DMV)

Preferred Experience and Skills:
  • Expertise using Qlik to embed visualizations into webpages
  • Familiarity with Databricks or similar cloud-based distributed database technologies
  • Familiarity with PySpark and Python
  • Comfortable developing complex SQL queries to extract, transform, and load data

About Elder Research, Inc
People Centered. Data Driven
Elder Research is a fast growing consulting firm specializing in predictive analytics. Being in the data mining business almost 30 years, we pride ourselves in our ability to find creative, cutting edge solutions to real-world problems. We work hard to provide the best value to our clients and allow each person to contribute their ideas and put their skills to use immediately.
Our team members are passionate, curious, life-long learners. We value humility, servant-leadership, teamwork, and integrity. We seek to serve our clients and our teammates to the best of our abilities. In keeping with our entrepreneurial spirit, we want candidates who are self-motivated with an innate curiosity and strong team work.
Elder Research believes in continuous learning and community - each week the entire company attends a �Tech Talk� and each office location provides lunch. Elder Research provides a supportive work environment with established parental, bereavement, and PTO policies. By prioritizing a healthy work-life balance - with reasonable hours, solid pay, low travel, and extremely flexible time off - Elder Research enables and encourages its employees to serve others and enjoy their lives.
Elder Research, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Elder Research is a Government contractor and many of our positions require US Citizenship.