Engineering Manager, Data Science
Location
Virginia
Posted
17 days ago
Salary
Not specified
Bachelor Degree5 yrs expEnglishAWSAzureCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformPythonSQL
Job Description
• Lead consistent 1-on-1s with direct reports focused on growth, wellbeing, and performance
• Manage the full performance cycle — goal setting, ongoing feedback, and formal reviews
• Mentor and develop data scientists and engineers of varying skill levels
• Foster a collaborative, high-trust team environment where innovation thrives
• Monitor team engagement, taking proactive steps to address issues
• Drive team growth through strategic hiring and onboarding
• Guide the development and delivery of machine learning models, analytical pipelines, and AI-powered solutions
• Partner with engineering and product teams to align on priorities and ensure smooth execution
• Promote best practices in data science — model quality, reproducibility, documentation, and responsible AI
• Translate complex data science outputs into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders
• Communicate across all levels — from individual contributors to senior leadership — with clarity and confidence
• Align data science efforts with broader business and client objectives
• Represent and advocate for your team's work, capacity, and needs
Job Requirements
- 5+ years of experience managing data science or analytics teams with a strong focus on people development
- Hands-on background in data science, machine learning, or advanced analytics
- Strong technical foundation in Python, SQL, and relevant DS/ML frameworks
- Experience working in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
- Familiarity with Agile practices and data engineering workflows
- Outstanding communication skills and the ability to bridge technical and non-technical audiences
- A genuine commitment to growing the people around you
- Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, or related); experience is the most relevant factor
- Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance
Benefits
- Health Insurance - 100% employer-paid premiums – ICA covers the full cost of one of three offered medical plans
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health Spending Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life and Disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays)
- Education and Professional Development Assistance
- Remote work from anywhere within the continental United States