Data scientist jobs in Wheaton, MD and nearby (943 jobs)

Data scientist jobs within 25 miles of Wheaton, MD. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

Counted Nov 8, 2026

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Open jobs: 943
Employers: 322

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / year: $132,638Across 134 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $50.47Across 15 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: 4%34 listings
On-site: 18%167 listings

Not specified: 79% (742 listings)

Employers hiring include Capital One (84), Booz Allen Hamilton_United States (61), Cymertek (24).

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These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

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Data Scientist
Avalore, LLC
Arlington, VA
The Data Scientist will develop AI/ML models through training, fine-tuning, feature engineering, benchmarking, and deployment preparation. This person will apply scientific methodology to…
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Data Architect
Avalore, LLC
Arlington, VA
The Data Architect is responsible for designing and governing the entire data ecosystem of the War Data Platform. This person will establish the enterprise data model, define standards for…
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Exploitation Specialist / Data Scientist (Expert)
Avalore, LLC
Springfield, VA
Avalore, LLC is seeking an Exploitation Specialist / Data Scientist, Expert to support Department of War (DoW) customers in Springfield, VA.
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Exploitation Specialist / Data Scientist (Senior)
Avalore, LLC
Springfield, VA
Avalore, LLC is seeking an Exploitation Specialist / Data Scientist, Senior to support Department of War (DoW) customers in Springfield, VA.
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Data Scientist (Exploitation Specialist)
Avalore, LLC
Springfield, VA
We are seeking a talented and motivated Data Scientist to perform advanced data analysis using statistical and quantitative methods, develop impactful visualizations to support…
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Data Scientist
Avalore, LLC
Chantilly, VA
As a Data Scientist at Avalore, you will support the requirements for new system capabilities, the extension and maintenance of bulk data pipeline and enhancements for multiple applications…
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Data Architect
Avalore, LLC
Chantilly, VA
The Data Architect will support the requirements for new system capabilities and enhancements for multiple applications in the customers' cloud computing environment.
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Senior Data Scientist/Engineer and Application Developer
Deloitte US
McLean, VA · Rosslyn, VA
Deloitte is seeking a Data Engineer III to support the design, development, and delivery of data solutions that enable analytics, reporting, and business decision-making. This role will…
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Power BI Data Architect
Peraton
Herndon, VA
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Data Scientist
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Washington, DC
…to the office listed above. Responsibilities Duties for the Data Scientist…
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Senior Associate, Data Scientist - Credit Line Increase Program
Capital One
McLean, VA
Data is at the center of everything we do. As a startup, we disrupted the credit card industry by individually personalizing every credit card offer using statistical modeling and the…
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Machine Learning Engineer
Amazon.com Services LLC
Arlington, VA
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Sr. Machine Learning Engineer
Amazon.com Services LLC
Arlington, VA
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Sr. Data Scientist
Immuta
College Park, MD
- $148,500 to $170,500 USD / year
Immuta is the Data Authorization Company, helping the world’s largest organizations control who, and what, can access their data.
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Data Scientist
NewGen Technologies
Arlington, VA
…and readiness impacts. Responsible for translating workforce data into analytical models that support scenario analysis, bottleneck identification, and workforce…
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Data Scientist Cloud - SME
LEIDOS, INC.
Fort Meade, MD
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Data Scientist
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Laurel, MD
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Data Scientist
Eliassen Group
Rockville, MD
- $60 to $70 USD / hour
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Data Scientist to drive data-driven insights that inform strategic business decisions. The role requires technical expertise, analytical rigor,…
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Senior Product Data Scientist
SHRM
Alexandria, VA
- $90,000 to $110,000 USD / year
The Senior Product Data Scientist is a senior individual contributor
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Data Scientist
Booz Allen Hamilton_United States
Reston, VA
As a data scientist, you’re excited at the prospect of unlocking the secrets held by a data set, and you’re fascinated by the possibilities presented by IoT, machine learning, and…
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Data Scientist
Booz Allen Hamilton_United States
Arlington, VA
As a data scientist, you’re excited at the prospect of unlocking the secrets held by a data set, and you’re fascinated by the possibilities presented by IoT, machine learning, and…
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Principal Machine Learning Engineer
Amgen
Washington D.C., DC
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Junior Data Scientist
Guidehouse
WASHINGTON, DC
- $74,000 to $124,000 USD / year
Our consultants on the AI and Data Defense and Security team help clients maximize the value of their data and automate business processes. This high performing team works with clients to…
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Data Scientist (Marketing preferred)
Navy Federal Credit Union
Vienna, VA
Provide analytical insights and scalable data solutions that solve complex business problems and drive informed decision-making. Leverage programming, automated reporting, data…
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Data Scientist
Trinzic
Chantilly, VA
- $98,000 to $120,000 USD / year

Vantor Services Inc.

Machine Learning Engineer (TS/SCI)

Herndon, VA, United States

The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $116,000.00 - $154,000.00 - $169,400.00 annually.

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Pay: The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $116,000.00 - $154,000.00 - $169,400.00 annually.
Experience: 5+ years of programming experience with at least one general purpose programming language (Python, Typescript, Java, C/C++)
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 28, 2026

Original job description

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters - where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status.

Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Please review the job details below.

This position requires an active U.S. Government Security Clearance at the TS/SCI level.

The goal of this R&D program is to identify, mature, and operationalize advanced artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML), and computer vision capabilities that rapidly address mission needs. The solution best-of-breed industry capabilities to deliver scalable, high-performance AI/ML and Automatic Target Recognition (ATR) solutions. This effort drives collaboration across R&D programs, accelerating technology transition, enterprise adoption, and customer mission impact.

We want a self-motivated engineer who is comfortable digging into data, trying innovative approaches, and isn't afraid to fail fast and move on to other techniques/ideas.

Responsibilities:

Contribute to multi-disciplinary AI/ML engineering teams to design, implement, and evaluate machine learning solutions that leverage multi-INT data
Contributes to the design, development, and implementation of Machine Learning Operations pipelines for continuous integration and deployment of computer vision models.
Collaborate with diverse teams of engineers, clients, and users
Develop analytics/derivative data products to help users extract meaningful knowledge
Implement best practices for version control, model reproducibility, and governance.

Minimum Qualifications:

US citizenship and a current TS/SCI clearance (with willingness to get a CI Polygraph).
5+ years of programming experience with at least one general purpose programming language (Python, Typescript, Java, C/C++)
B.S. in Statistics, Math, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or related field
Proficiency with the Python data science and AI/ML stack (e.g., pytorch, tensorflow, numpy, pandas, matplotlib, sklearn) and geospatial libraries (e.g., gdal, geopandas, shapely) or equivalent
Experience with data extraction, manipulation, visualization, and analysis of large datasets
Strong understanding of machine learning principles and model lifecycle management.
Strong problem-solving mindset and adaptability, with the ability to leverage emerging technologies to solve mission challenges

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Design, develop, and deploy AI-native software products that transform large-scale geospatial data into actionable intelligence and mission-critical insights.
Demonstrated experience in software development, including design, development, and implementation
Experience designing, developing, testing, and deploying a wide variety of AI/ML or CV models across diverse data types
Experience working with containerization and orchestration technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes, in cloud or hybrid environments
Familiarity with modern software development tools, DevSecOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines
Proactive approach to trouble shooting and problem-solving issues
Proficiency in Linux-based environments
Proficiency in one multiparadigm programming language (Python, Java, Go, Rust, etc.)

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Pay Transparency: To support pay transparency, Vantor includes salary ranges in all U.S. job postings. Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role should not expect to receive compensation at the top of the range. The listed range reflects the expected pay for this position, and final offers will be determined based on each candidate’s experience, expertise, and alignment with the role.

The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $116,000.00 - $154,000.00 - $169,400.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careers

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.

The date of posting can be found on Vantor's Career page at the top of each job posting.

To apply, submit your application via Vantor's Career page.

EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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