Immediate need!!! Sr. Software / Data Mining Engineer 

FPMI has a proven history of success in Enterprise Contact Center Operations, Human Capital Solutions and Courseware, Simulation and Training. We have successfully delivered these services to nearly every branch of the Federal government. Our commitment to excellence and integrity has driven us to hire and retain the best in the field of Human Resources. Our team members enjoy challenging careers, rewarding opportunities, and a positive, supportive team atmosphere. We provide competitive compensation plans, paid vacation and sick leave, and a comprehensive benefits package and 401k plan. Our principal offices are located in Alexandria, Virginia and in Huntsville, Alabama. 

FPMI is seeking to fill the position of Sr. Software / Data Mining Engineer. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: 

 evaluate data mining project requirements and recommend the data, tools, methodology, and approach which presents the greatest probability of meeting the project's objectives

 develop new applications and/or integrate GOTS/COTS Data Mining Solutions 

 detect data quality issues and use appropriate scripting/tools to remediate the identified issues. 

 perform interactive data analysis using the available tool suite. This includes drilling down into the data to identify anomalous features that may be responsive to the data mining projects objectives 

 produce data mining project result data as charts, graphs, tables, or other appropriate forms; and prepare written reports and notes documenting the work performed. 

 prepare and present briefings, training classes, and other oral presentations and coordinate with customer units, and other federal, state local and foreign agencies as needed. 

 

Travel: Estimate approximately four, five-day stateside trips per year. 


Job Requirements :

Candidates must possess a current, favorably adjudicated Top Secret clearance and be DCID 6/4 eligible. Contractor may need to favorably pass a polygraph test. 

Five years relevant experience in the following areas:Development of custom applications, particularly those that employ advanced data structures and algorithms.Track record of successfully exploiting large, dirty, real-world data sets, particularly for fraud, criminal and counterintelligence applications.Development or model-building expertise in two or more Data Mining techniques (e.g. Neural Nets, Rule Discovery, Decision Trees).Using or building data cleansing tools and appreciation of data quality issues.Knowledge of C or C++ in the UNIX environment, Perl, and Matlab.Developing client applications for MS Windows NT/2000/XP using (Visual C++ or ANSI C), SQL, Visual Basic, or any graphical user interface developmental environment.Working knowledge of Excel with formula and macro development.Skill in Perl or Awk scripting, or other comparable data manipulating scripting language.RDBMS application development for Sybase/Oracle/Informix.Utilizing one or more COTS data mining tools (e.g. Clementine, Wiz Why, and SGI Mineset).Knowledge of intelligence oversight policies and regulations.Knowledge of one or more data cleansing tools (e.g. Vality, SSA).Experience with desktop publishing software using Microsoft Office software, including PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher, and Access using the Windows Operating Systems.

Desired Education / Certification / Background: 

Bachelors Degree in Computer Science (or related engineering field with extensive software development experience). Masters or Doctorate Degrees preferred. 

Recognizing the value of your experience and skills, FPMI offers excellent compensation and benefits packages, including a company matched 401(k). Qualified candidates should apply online or fax resumes to 256.382.0291. FPMI is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.