Sr Data Scientist

03-Dec-2025

US Remote

10571BR

Company Summary

As the recognized global standard for project-based businesses, Deltek delivers software and information solutions to help organizations achieve their purpose. Our market leadership stems from the work of our diverse employees who are united by a passion for learning, growing and making a difference. At Deltek, we take immense pride in creating a balanced, values-driven environment, where every employee feels included and empowered to do their best work. Our employees put our core values into action daily, creating a one-of-a-kind culture that has been recognized globally. Thanks to our incredible team, Deltek has been named one of America's Best Midsize Employers by Forbes, a Best Place to Work by Glassdoor, a Top Workplace by The Washington Post and a Best Place to Work in Asia by World HRD Congress. www.deltek.com

Business Summary

The Deltek Engineering and Technology team builds best-in-class solutions to delight customers and meet their business needs. We are laser-focused on software design, development, innovation and quality. Our team of experts has the talent, skills and values to deliver products and services that are easy to use, reliable, sustainable and competitive. If you're looking for a safe environment where ideas are welcome, growth is supported and questions are encouraged - consider joining us as we explore the limitless opportunities of the software industry.

Position Responsibilities

As a Sr Data Scientist, you will lead data science initiatives from problem definition through production deployment, driving business impact through advanced analytics and predictive modeling. You will develop and implement predictive models for forecasting, optimization, and risk assessment, leveraging statistical and machine learning techniques. This role requires strong analytical skills, business acumen, and the ability to communicate insights effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You will mentor junior team members, establish best practices, and partner with engineering teams to ensure seamless model deployment and monitoring. Staying current with industry trends and evaluating new tools and techniques are essential for success in this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead data science initiatives from problem definition through production deployment

• Drive business impact through advanced analytics and predictive modeling

• Develop predictive models for forecasting, optimization, and risk assessment using statistical and machine learning techniques

• Design and execute experiments (A/B testing, multivariate testing) to measure feature impact and validate model performance

• Analyze complex business problems across project management, resource planning, financial forecasting, and operational efficiency domains

• Develop advanced predictive analytics models for project cost overruns, resource optimization, cash flow prediction, and bid/win probability

• Communicate insights effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executives; create compelling visualizations and presentations

• Mentor junior data scientists and analysts; establish best practices for statistical analysis, model development, and reproducible research

• Partner with engineering teams to ensure smooth transition of models from research to production; define monitoring metrics and success criteria

• Stay current with industry trends in data science, ML, and AI; evaluate new techniques and tools for potential application

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 5-7 years of data science experience with demonstrated business impact through analytics and modeling in enterprise or SaaS environments

• Strong foundation in statistics, probability, experimental design, hypothesis testing, and regression analysis

• Proficiency in supervised/unsupervised learning, ensemble methods, time series forecasting, and model evaluation

• Expert programming skills in Python (pandas, scikit-learn, statsmodels) and SQL; experience with R is a plus

• Strong skills in creating insightful visualizations using Tableau, Power BI, matplotlib, or Plotly

• Experience with Spark, distributed computing, or processing large-scale datasets

• Ability to translate business problems into analytical frameworks; track record of driving measurable business outcomes

• Excellent presentation skills; ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences including senior leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• Domain expertise in professional services, project-based businesses, government contracting, construction, or architecture/engineering

• MS/PhD in Statistics, Data Science, Economics, Operations Research, or quantitative field preferred; exceptional BS candidates considered

Why Join Deltek?

At Deltek, you will be part of a dynamic and innovative team committed to leveraging data science and AI to drive business transformation. Deltek fosters a collaborative culture that values professional growth, flexibility, and continuous learning. You will have the opportunity to work on impactful projects, develop your skills, and contribute to industry-leading solutions. Deltek's advanced AI capabilities empower employees to deliver cutting-edge analytics and insights, making it an ideal environment for data science professionals seeking meaningful career development and the chance to shape the future of enterprise technology.

Compensation Information

The U.S. salary range for this position is $81500.00 - $142750.00. This range is subject to change as Deltek takes a number of factors into consideration when determining individual base pay, such as location, job-related knowledge, skills and experience. Certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including incentive compensation and equity.

Benefits and perks listed here may vary depending on the nature of employment with Deltek. Employees have access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, paid vacation time and holidays, well-living programs, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance and tuition reimbursement.

Travel Requirements

No

Compliance Requirements

Certain roles may have additional privacy, security and compliance requirements to the extent they support Costpoint GCCM or similar product offerings.

EEO Statement

Deltek, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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