Responsibilities

PeopleTec is currently seeking a Product Manager/ Data Science (Senior) to support our Arlington, VA location.

The Senior Level Product Manager/Data Science for the NGA AI/ML Program plays a critical role in the intersection of technology and strategy. This individual will operate at the forefront of AI and deep learning technologies, championing transformational changes within the Digital Intelligence Environment (DIE) of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA).

Product Managers/Data Science on the NGA AI/ML Program are integral to ensuring the success of the program. They are key players in translating user needs into product strategies and supporting the NGA AI/ML Program in the development and deployment of machine learning products and decision support.

Duties:

• Analyze large amounts of data to find patterns and recommend solutions that will improve the clients’ capabilities. Work will require working in teams to solve large, complex problems to achieve interrelated and interdependent objectives.
• Identify valuable data sources and automate mining/collection processes. Undertake preprocessing of structured and unstructured data.
• Analyze large amounts of data/information to discover and articulate trends and patterns.
• Provide strategic insight and advice concerning the direction and applicability of industry-standard solutions.
• Offer specialized expertise to facilitate the development of comprehensive methods for defining present and future strategic product milestones.
• Monitor all facets of product performance, and assist in the formulation of long-term plans.
• Utilize industry-specific knowledge to evaluate an organization's operational and functional baseline.
• Participate actively in account strategy sessions, strategic assessments, and design reviews to validate enterprise approaches and associated work products.
• Stay abreast of developments within their field of expertise and apply them to the client environment, encompassing emerging technologies, lessons learned, best practices, and assessment methodologies.
• Serve as an interface connecting stakeholders, users, and the development team. Attend industry and government events to discuss technical details related to the NGA AI/ML program.
• Engage with users and customers to discern and comprehend their underlying needs.
• Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders, including product and program managers, to formulate a product vision and roadmap that aligns with the NGA AI/ML Program's objectives.
• Work in close coordination with software engineering teams to fulfill user needs and construct user experiences that meet the standards expected by the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense (DoD), and government workforce.
• Support the entire product development lifecycle, from conceptualization and design to implementation and evaluation, particularly for moderately complex product development efforts.
• Effectively communicate, educate, and advocate the vision and goals of new products, both internally and externally.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience:

• Critical thinker that is comfortable supporting collaborative problem solving in a team environment
• Agile/scrum experience, and familiarity with Agile methodologies or certifications, such as Scrum Master
• Has working knowledge of multiple programming languages and statistical packages, as well as knowledge of dataset tools and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML)
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data and metrics to drive product decisions.
• 6 months of experience in AI space
• Travel: Less than 25%
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• An active DoD Top Secret w/ SCI clearance is required to perform this work. Candidates are required to have an active DoD Top Secret w/ SCI clearance upon hire, and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment.

Education Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Math, Engineering, Information Technology, Business, or a related discipline.

Desired Skills:

• Relevant certifications or additional education in Product Management, Project Management, or a related field are a plus.
• Lead high-performing teams delivering IT solutions.
• AI/ML Familiarity, an understanding of AI/ML concepts, algorithms, and current trends.
• Cross-functional collaboration, experience working with diverse teams, such as data scientists, engineers, vendors, and military professionals.
• Experience working in a joint military environment.
• A Master’s Degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Math, Engineering, Information Technology, Business, or a related discipline

Estimated Time to Hire:

• August 30, 2024

Overview

People First. Technology Always.

PeopleTec, Inc. is an employee-owned small business founded in Huntsville, AL that provides exceptional customer support by employing and retaining a highly skilled workforce.

Culture: The name "PeopleTec" was deliberately chosen to remind us of our core value system - our people. Our company's foundation was built on placing our employees and customers first. With an award-winning atmosphere, we have matured into a company that boasts the best and brightest across multiple technical fields.

Career: At PeopleTec, we value your long-term goals. Whether it's through our continuing-education opportunities, our robust training programs, or our "People First" benefits package, PeopleTec truly believes that our best investments are our people.

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EEO Statement

PeopleTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, applicationhelp@peopletec.com and/or phone number (256.319.3800) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTec, Inc.

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