Data Scientist Senior

Senior Data Scientist / Senior Data Engineer

We are hiring Sr. Data Scientist / Sr. Data Engineer! Role: Senior Data Scientist Supporting: Large Financial Services Client Location: Hybrid - Tuesday through Thursday - McLean, VA Position Description: We are seeking a passionate Senior Data Scientist / Senior Data Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will collaborate with various stakeholders to influence key business decisions through data management and innovative data platform solutions. Youll design and develop data storage and analytic solutions using data lake patterns, support internal customers, and enhance operations with impactful data insights. Your responsibilities include maintaining efficient data pipelines, developing ETL processes, and partnering with team leads to help mentor junior team members. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are eager to drive business success with data, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications: Bachelors degree in computer science or related discipline; advanced Studies or Degree preferred. 5-7 years of experience in data engineering with strong proficiency in Python programing language. Experience with Scala and Java is strongly preferred. Strong experience with spark SQL, SQL, gremlin, GraphQL and database management; experience with Snowflake cloud-base warehousing strongly preferred. Strong proficiency with data processing frameworks, DataFrames, Apache Spark, Graph DBs Experience with cloud platform AWS (EMR, EKS, Lambda). Experience writing statistical and/or optimization programs to develop models and algorithms. Programming languages may include-but are not limited to Python, R Deep knowledge of SDLC practices including development, testing, and release management. Experience with version control systems such as Git, BitBucket Experience with RESTful API design and development. Proficient with PySpark for large-scale data processing and analysis.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.