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Xenith Solutions

SDVOSB government IT, cybersecurity, data engineering

Senior Data Scientist

Full-Time
$150k - $175k/yr
Mid
Reston, VA, USA
In Person
Data & AnalyticsData Science

About the job

Requirements
  • Proficiency in one or more of C++, Python, or Java.
  • Proficiency with Docker or Podman and Helm for application packaging and deployment.
  • Experience deploying and configuring applications within Kubernetes, including defining ingress rules for traffic routing, using Cert Manager for SSL/TLS, and interfacing with persistent storage such as Longhorn.
  • Proficiency with Git-based workflows using Bitbucket, GitHub, or GitLab.
  • Familiarity with the Atlassian Suite, including Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket.
  • Experience with Agile software development practices, including build automation, testing automation, pair programming, and code management.
  • Experience supporting configuration management and software release processes.
  • Experience with Linux, such as RHEL, and comfort using the command line.
Responsibilities
  • Apply statistical analysis, data processing, and visualization techniques to extract insights from complex datasets and support data-driven decision-making.
  • Clean, transform, and analyze structured and unstructured data to identify trends, patterns, and key performance indicators.
  • Use programming languages such as Python, R, and SQL to develop data models, optimize queries, and create dashboards or reports communicating findings.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business or mission objectives and ensure data solutions align with organizational goals.
  • Maintain data integrity, adhere to security protocols, and implement best practices for data governance and compliance.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience managing the full lifecycle of distributed microservices in a production environment.
  • Experience building scalable RESTful APIs using frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Spring Boot.
  • Experience implementing asynchronous, event-driven architectures using Kafka or RabbitMQ.
  • Experience optimizing PostgreSQL for high-volume data and using Redis for distributed caching and state management.
  • A deep understanding of cloud-native principles focused on scalability, high availability, and fault tolerance.

About the company

Xenith Solutions provides government-focused technology and consulting services, including enterprise IT, cybersecurity, data engineering, and systems integration for federal agencies. It delivers Agile and LEAN software development, IT modernization, cloud engineering, and enterprise data management through government contracts and vehicles such as the GSA MAS. The company differentiates itself as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business with experienced defense and intelligence leadership, growth via acquisition, and certifications like ISO 9001/27000/20000 and CMMI Levels 3. Its goal is to provide mission-ready IT and cybersecurity capabilities that help federal customers modernize, protect, and manage data and systems critical to national security, including pursuing long-term programs like the MDA SHIELD contract through 2035.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

N/A

Founded

2019

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Golden Dome funding flows through SHIELD until December 2035, extending demand.
  • TCI's DLA JETS 2.0 position expands reach across DoD enterprise IT work.
  • Xenith's January 2026 engineering hire signals continued investment in solutions delivery.

What critics are saying

  • SHIELD had 1,014 awardees and 2,463 offers; task-order win rates stay brutal.
  • Federal revenue concentration leaves Xenith exposed if MDA, DLA, or DHS slow orders.
  • TRI-COR integration and contract-renewal dependence create an existential cliff by 2035.

What makes Xenith Solutions unique

  • Xenith won MDA SHIELD on December 22, 2025, signaling missile-defense credibility.
  • Its SDVOSB status and TCI acquisition broaden access to set-aside federal work.
  • CMMC Level 2 on April 29, 2026 strengthens bid eligibility for prime contracts.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance