Computer Scientist – Senior Level

About the role

The Computer Scientist provides advanced technical expertise to design, develop, and sustain software, tools, and analytical capabilities that enhance intelligence operations across the Joint Intelligence Operations Center (JIOC). This role applies cutting-edge computer science principles to build secure, scalable, and mission-focused solutions that process, analyze, and visualize large volumes of multi-source intelligence data. The Computer Scientist supports modernization, automation, and advanced analytics initiatives that strengthen operational effectiveness and situational awareness for decision makers.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and implement innovative technical solutions that meet JIOC mission requirements and close intelligence capability gaps.
• Develop and optimize automated workflows, data processing pipelines, visualization tools, and analytic applications that support intelligence production.
• Research, prototype, and evaluate emerging technologies, frameworks, and processes to enhance analytic efficiency and operational impact.
• Integrate new technologies into existing JIOC architectures while ensuring interoperability, security, and performance.
• Implement and configure open-source, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS), and government off-the-shelf (GOTS) technologies.
• Conduct software and system assessments to evaluate performance, suitability, scalability, and cyber readiness.
• Produce technical documentation, support code reviews, and provide subject-matter expertise during development and modernization efforts.
• Collaborate with military, government, and contractor personnel to identify technical requirements and resolve system deficiencies.
• Recommend process improvements based on emerging tools, best practices, and operational feedback.
• Participate in planning conferences, exercises, system capability development sessions, intelligence working groups, and technical exchange meetings with mission partners.

Requirements

• Advanced proficiency in multiple programming languages, frameworks, and software paradigms.
• Expertise in distributed systems design, cloud-native architectures, and microservices.
• Experience leading software development teams or managing complex system development efforts.
• Proficiency with DevSecOps practices and end-to-end CI/CD pipeline management.
• Experience optimizing system performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Deep understanding of DOD and federal cybersecurity and compliance frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex intelligence requirements into technical capabilities.
• Experience mentoring junior developers and providing technical direction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 to 10 years of progressive experience in software development or computer science roles, including at least 3 years supporting defense or intelligence missions.

Skills

• Software engineering
• Algorithms
• Distributed systems
• Cloud computing
• Full-stack development
• DevSecOps
• Database management

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