JOB TITLE: Senior Product Manager/Data Science

Location: Springfield, VA | On-site

Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

Data Driven. People Centered.

Elder Research Inc. is a Data Science consulting firm specialized in providing analytic solutions to clients in Commercial and Government industries. Providing analytic solutions to hundreds of companies across numerous industries, our team enjoys a great variety in the type of work they do and exposure to a wide range of techniques and tools

We are trusted advisors to our clients, building lasting relationships and partnering as preferred analytics providers. We use a variety of programming languages and tools to create analytic solutions, often fitting within our clients’ environment and needs.

Join our team and find great opportunities to hone your analytic skills, work on complex problems with amazing teammates, and gain valuable analytics consulting experience.

Summary of Position:

The Senior Level Product Manager/Data Science for the 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).

Essential Functions:

Product Managers/Data Science on the 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 AI/ML Program in the development and deployment of machine learning products and decision support. As a member of the AI/ML Program team, the selected candidate will have the following roles and responsibilities:

• 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 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 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.

Job Specifications/Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Math, Engineering, Information Technology, Business, or a related discipline.
• 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
• Adaptive Learning & AI Curiosity: The candidate should demonstrate a proven track record of proactively seeking out new knowledge, adapting to the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, and applying fresh insights to their work. Familiarity with the latest AI research, participation in relevant courses or workshops, and a willingness to pivot in response to new technological advancements are essential.

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,

About Elder Research, Inc

Elder Research is a fast growing consulting firm specializing in predictive analytics. Being in the data mining business almost 30 years, we pride ourselves in our ability to find creative, cutting edge solutions to real-world problems. We work hard to provide the best value to our clients and allow each person to contribute their ideas and put their skills to use immediately.

Our team members are passionate, curious, life-long learners. We value humility, servant-leadership, teamwork, and integrity. We seek to serve our clients and our teammates to the best of our abilities. In keeping with our entrepreneurial spirit, we want candidates who are self-motivated with an innate curiosity and strong team work.

Elder Research believes in continuous learning and community - each week the entire company attends a “Tech Talk” and each office location provides lunch. Elder Research provides a supportive work environment with established parental, bereavement, and PTO policies. By prioritizing a healthy work-life balance - with reasonable hours, solid pay, low travel, and extremely flexible time off - Elder Research enables and encourages its employees to serve others and enjoy their lives.

Elder Research, Inc. 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Elder Research is a Government contractor and many of our positions require US Citizenship.