Junior Python Programmer/ Data Scientist (On-Call)

ICF seeks a Junior Python Programmer/Data Scientist to support several models within our Regulatory, Policy, and Economics practice, with a focus on environmental policy and programs. As a Junior Programmer/Data Scientist, you will assist in documenting and reviewing the development of complex models used to estimate the costs, benefits, and impacts of both regulatory and non-regulatory programs, as well as national-scale fate and transport modeling. You will work closely with our Model Architects to code, document, test, optimize, and review each model. For this role, we are looking for a collaborative candidate with programming skills in multiple languages and formal training in best practices for programming.

This on-call position is available nationwide (remote) and is available immediately.

What you will be doing

• Support the design, development, and implementation of system models.

• Work with model architects to test, document, and add new functionality to existing modelling efforts.

• Create and maintain design and code standards and ensure accuracy.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in data science, computer science or similar education

• Highly proficient in Python development

• Experience working in an object-oriented program environment

• Demonstrated collaborative team experience

• Experience with relational and non-relational database platforms, such as SQL (e.g., Oracle, Postgres, MySQL) and working with large data bases and data flows.

Preferred Qualifications

• GIS experience

• Experience with software version control systems (e.g., bitbucket).

• Experience working in cloud-based environments, including experience with deploying applications on Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Working at ICF

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEOpolicy.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please email [email protected] and we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto provide needed reasonable accommodations. 

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At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process. 

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed. 

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

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