Applied Data Science Associate - Federal

DataRobot delivers AI that maximizes impact and minimizes business risk. Our platform and applications integrate into core business processes so teams can develop, deliver, and govern AI at scale. DataRobot empowers practitioners to deliver predictive and generative AI, and enables leaders to secure their AI assets. Organizations worldwide rely on DataRobot for AI that makes sense for their business — today and in the future. The Applied Data Science Associate program (ADSA) is designed to provide qualified individuals with the training and experience necessary to become a Customer Facing Data Scientist in approximately six months. This intense program is for the self‑motivated and intellectually curious, excited to tackle prospects' toughest problems using AI/ML and Generative AI. The program will offer opportunities to learn from the world’s foremost experts in AI and apply your newly found knowledge in the frontier of AI. Past graduates have delivered novel applications of AI across the globe and lead some of our most strategic customer engagements. Many graduates now hold leadership positions within DataRobot. During the training program, participants will receive structured learning paired with mentoring opportunities to work with customer success teams. Participants will be expected to contribute to customer success by assisting account teams and learning the best practices in selling to customers or keeping existing customers successful with the platform. This position focuses on supporting DataRobot’s U.S. Federal customer base, especially military customers, in a wide variety of AI use cases. Upon program completion, you will support Federal customers as a Customer Facing Data Scientist, contributing to end‑to‑end AI project implementation using the DataRobot platform. This includes data preparation, model building (predictive and generative), application development, and stakeholder engagement. Key Responsibilities Successfully conduct a 6‑month structured and independent training program in order to independently support customer engagements after completion. Provide DataRobot platform and data science support to clients through the duration of client engagement from presales through their times as a customer. Enable customers to solve complex data science problems using DataRobot, through both direct execution and education of customers – including problem framing, data preparation, scripting, model building, model deployment, model management, and output consumption. Foster an environment of autonomy where everyone is encouraged to identify and prioritize customer problems and opportunities. Influence our customers through thought leadership by using value‑based messaging to translate complex technical terms into mission outcomes. Work side by side with our sales, success and engineering teams to help our customers achieve their goals. Identify opportunities to expand our relationship with customers. Act internally as the voice of the customer to the Product and Engineering, informing the direction of future product feature development. Assist in developing and implementing a Joint Success Plan (JSP) delivering services to support customers in their AI journey. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Bachelor’s degree in a technical field – physical sciences, engineering, computer science, statistics, economics, or business analytics. 3+ years of building and implementing analytics solutions for stakeholders. Excellent communication and strong customer interaction skills. Strong project management and organizational abilities. Fluency with scripting in Python. Professional experience building data pipelines and/or performing data preparation tasks. Work location will be a hybrid of remote and on a customer site (greater Washington DC area). You may be asked to travel for customer meetings or other events. Nice to have Advanced degree. Experience with supporting U.S. Federal government organizations, especially the DoD or IC. Experience with distributed/parallelised data computation. Experience with geospatial data manipulation and visualization. Exposure to AI/ML modelling techniques and framing data science projects for success. Familiarity with consultative sales process in the data/analytics marketplace. Familiarity with data platform technology integrations. Experience dealing with complex customer organisations. Proficiency in additional programming languages (e.g. Java, Scala, JavaScript). Citizenship and Clearance Requirements Must be a U.S. citizen. Must have an active Secret or Top Secret/SCI clearance. Compensation Statement The U.S. annual on‑target earnings (OTE) range for this full‑time position is between $95,000 and $104,000 USD/year. This range represents a combination of annual base pay and targeted commission. Actual offers may be higher or lower based on various factors, including (but not limited to) the candidate’s work location, job‑related skills, experience, and education. The talent and dedication of our employees are at the core of DataRobot’s journey to be an iconic company. We strive to attract and retain the best talent by providing competitive pay and benefits with our employees’ well‑being at the core. Here’s what your benefits package may include depending on your location and local legal requirements: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Flexible Time Off Program, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Global Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more! DataRobot Operating Principles Wow Our Customers Set High Standards Be Better Than Yesterday Be Rigorous Assume Positive Intent Have the Tough Conversations Be Better Together Debate, Decide, Commit Deliver Results Overcommunicate All DataRobot hires are required to complete a background check prior to starting employment, which includes identity verification, criminal history check, employment verification and education verification. Additionally, all DataRobot employees must be available to attend in‑person company trainings and meetings. We encourage ALL candidates, especially women, people of colour, LGBTQ+ identifying people, differently‑abled, and other people from marginalized groups to apply. DataRobot is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other legally protected characteristics. DataRobot is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Please see the U.S. Department of Labor’s EEO poster and EEO poster supplement for additional information. All applicant data submitted is handled in accordance with our Applicant Privacy Policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr DataRobot