Senior Graph Data Scientist

*** CANDIDATES LOOKING FOR REMOTE OR C2C CONTRACTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE ***

We are seeking a Senior Graph Data Scientist with strong, hands-on experience in graph data science and graph machine learning. Candidates should have practical experience designing and implementing graph models and algorithms, not simply general data science or analytics experience. Candidates should be comfortable discussing graph schema design, performance tradeoffs, graph algorithms, and large-scale graph processing.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the subject-matter expert in graph data modeling, including schema development and performance optimization
• Design, implement, and optimize graph algorithms for decision support, classification, and advanced analytics
• Develop algorithms for graph embedding, clustering, outlier detection, community detection, and dimensionality reduction
• Build distributed training pipelines capable of handling very large graphs (100M+ graph elements)
• Design and write queries and stored procedures for data loading, migration, and retrieval from graph databases
• Interface with customers and internal teams to align expectations and advance graph-based analytical solutions

Required Experience:

• 5+ years of recent professional experience in Graph Machine Learning
• 3+ years of experience developing and implementing graph algorithms and data structures, including heterogeneous graphs
• 3+ years of experience leading research initiatives
• Strong background in graph data modeling, schema design, and database optimization
• Proficiency with graph libraries and machine learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch Geometric, DGL, Graph Data Science tools)
• Experience with distributed data processing and Spark-based cloud services (e.g., Azure Databricks)
• Familiarity with graph databases and query languages
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Engineering with a strong focus on graph theory, algorithms, and data structures

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with Neo4j, Cosmos DB, ArangoDB
• Experience with cloud-based database services
• PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Engineering with a focus on graph theory

To be considered, apply with resume in the MS Word format with all-inclusive W2 hourly contract rate to work onsite in Richmond, VA. Must be willing to submit to a pre-employment, post-offer background check and drug test.

This is a Contract position based out of Richmond, VA.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $71.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 12, 2026.

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.