Computer Scientist III

JT4•Las Vegas, NV

8h•Onsite

About The Position

A Computer Scientist III provides software and systems engineering services, generally within a work unit or group. The employee will be responsible for advising team and project managers on technical problems, interacting with customers and project managers on a regular basis, and working independently of direct supervision on projects of high complexity. This role requires using judgment and initiative in developing complex analytical and computational technologies and methodologies for solving problems, which may be technically unique to the industry. The Computer Scientist III will interpret customer requirements and develop and analyze the most appropriate approach to solve technical problems, develop the design of system/software and associated design documentation, and prepare and conduct design reviews. Implementation of design through software coding or hardware and appropriate documentation of the design implementation is also required, along with planning and executing unit, integration, and system testing. Participation in maintenance and sustainment activities of system/software, providing work direction or other guidance to subordinate technical staff, and establishing and maintaining positive customer relations are key responsibilities. The role may also support pursuit of new business efforts, lead proposal efforts, and act as a technical consultant.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of four years of related experience OR A master's degree in an associated discipline and a minimum of two years of experience OR A PhD in an associated discipline.
Experience with computer-based systems and applications
Programming skills in languages used for job-specific programming tasks including, but not limited to C#, C++, Python, and Kubernetes
Familiarity with Database manipulation/querying (SQL/PLSQL/MySQL), and Data Structures
Experience with scripting languages (Python/JavaScript)
Familiarity with the application of industry standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques
Effective oral and written communication skills
Good planning/organizational skills
Valid state-issued driver's license
Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
U.S. citizenship

Responsibilities

Advise team and project managers on technical problems
Interact with customers and project managers on a regular basis
Work independently of direct supervision on projects of high complexity
Use judgment and initiative in developing complex analytical and computational technologies and methodologies for solving problems, which may be technically unique to the industry
Interpret customer requirements and develop and analyze the most appropriate approach to solve technical problems
Develop design of system/software and associated design documentation
Prepare and conduct design reviews
Implement design through software coding or hardware and appropriately document the design implementation
Plan and execute unit, integration, and system testing
Participate in maintenance and sustainment activities of system/software
Provide work direction or other guidance to subordinate technical staff
Establish and maintain positive customer relations
May support pursuit of new business efforts, lead proposal efforts, and act as a technical consultant
Perform other job-related duties, as required
Read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.