Exploitation Specialist​/Data Scientist- Senior

St. Louis, Missouri, United States

GRVTY is seeking a motivated and experienced data scientist with a background in processing and analyzing large datasets. The candidate will use their technical knowledge, experience, and customer‑centric focus to create and deliver world‑class analytic processes, scripting solutions, and data modeling content. This mission‑driven opportunity supports the DoD and Intelligence Community. The Data Scientist will coordinate with clients to understand questions and issues involving their datasets, then determine the best method and approach to create data‑driven solutions within program guidelines.

The role relies on the candidate as a subject matter expert, leading or assisting in development of automated processes, architecting data science solutions, automated workflows, conducting analysis, using available tools to analyze data, adapting to mission requirements, and identifying patterns to help solve complex problems faced by the DoD and Intelligence Community.

• Design and implement robust database tables and schemas tailored for novel sensor data.
• Build end‑to‑end Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) or Extract, Load, Transform (ELT) data pipelines.
• Establish automated data health monitoring, validation checks, and system alerts to detect pipeline anomalies.
• Develop secure, scalable workflows to automate API‑based data movement across disparate data platforms.
• Ensure full alignment with government‑mandated data governance protocols, standardized schemas, and transmission formats.
• Impact Analysis & System Integration
  • Conduct technical impact assessments on how novel data metadata, structures, and formats interact with existing production pipelines.
  • Identify potential bottlenecks or system regressions when modifying active databases, schemas, or ingestion endpoints.
• Geospatial & Imagery Pre‑processing
  • Standardize and format raw sensor data to make it immediately viable for downstream data labeling and machine learning model testing.
  • Perform complex geospatial manipulations, including converting file format types, orthorectification, and chipping (tiling large imagery into specific pixel sizes or geospatial bounds).

• Active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a CI/Poly.
• 4+ years of experience working with SQL or No
  
  SQL databases and cloud architectures.
• Experience leveraging APIs to query systems and migrate data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to articulate challenging technical concepts to both lay and expert audiences.
• Experience developing and sustaining operational data pipelines supporting multiple data formats and interfaces.

• Experience working with NGA IT enterprise solutions, Government Authority to Operate (ATO) processes, and Government Non‑Person Entity (NPE) certificates.
• Experience implementing processes, standards, and tools within an organization based on the Scaled Agile Framework for Enterprise.
• Experience developing dynamic visualizations to monitor availability, currency, and volumetrics of operational data pipelines.

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose‑built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges across the whole technology and defense spectrum. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, providing operations the edge they need to succeed daily.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance.

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision.
• Health Savings Account with company contribution.
• Annual paid time off and paid holidays.
• 401(k) with generous company match.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Variety of company‑sponsored events.

GRVTY 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, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email  or call 703‑544‑7930 with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond within two business days.