Applied Data Scientist
Quick Summary
Take ownership of data science projects from initial problem definition and hypothesis building to final, actionable deliverable.
Shift5 is building the data platform for onboard operational technology (OT). We deliver cybersecurity, predictive maintenance, and compliance capabilities that enable defense and commercial fleets to operate with greater readiness, resilience, and mission assurance.
Shift5 is seeking an Applied Data Scientist to join our growing Data Science team. In this role, your primary responsibility will be to collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to discover critical insights, deconstruct complex business problems into testable hypotheses, and build end-to-end data science solutions that scale back into Shift5’s core product line.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →End-to-End Project Scoping: Take ownership of data science projects from initial problem definition and hypothesis building to final, actionable deliverable.
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What We Offer
~1 min readNice to Have
~1 min readCompetitive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families
Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions
Employer-paid Life and Disability Insurance
Uncapped paid time off policy
Flexible work & remote work policy
Tax-deferred public transit benefits with Metro SmartBenefits (DC/MD/VA)
We are committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that embraces the diversity of our people and represents the communities in which we work and the customers we serve. We know the happiest and highest performing teams include people with diverse perspectives and ways of solving problems. We strive to attract and retain talent from all backgrounds and create workplaces where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
Shift5 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, age, marital status, ancestry, projected veteran status, or any other protected group or class.
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- Posted
- June 18, 2026
- First seen
- June 18, 2026
- Last seen
- June 18, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 76%
- Scored at
- June 18, 2026
Signal breakdown

Shift5 is an observability platform for onboard operational technology (OT), providing real-time data access and analytics for operations, maintenance, and cybersecurity within the defense, aerospace, and rail industries.
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