COMPUTER SCIENTIST

US-Defense-Finance-and-Accounting-Service; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) seeks qualified candidates for entry at GS-11/12/13 levels in Indianapolis, Indiana. The role focuses on developing software systems, integrating information structures, new computing systems, and supporting AI product development within the federal DoD framework.

Candidates must meet basic education requirements and possess specialized experience appropriate to the GS level.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a degree with 30 semester hours in math, statistics, and computer science, with calculus.
• Specialized experience includes developing software systems and integrating information structures, new computing systems, or software/hardware solutions.
• For GS-12: one year of specialized experience in developing software systems, transforming information structures, and AI product development life cycle support.
• For GS-13: advising on software development, solving technical challenges across the lifecycle, and providing advisement on data and AI feasibility.

Skills

Software development

Systems integration

AI product development support

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Bachelor's degree with 30 semester hours in math, statistics, and computer science

Job description

Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) mission is to lead the Department of Defense (DoD) in finance and accounting by ensuring the delivery of efficient, exceptional quality pay and financial information. This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense via delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense. We reserve the right to close this announcement early or to extend, as appropriate, based upon the needs of the Agency. Qualified application packages may be referred to management at various points in the selection process depending on the number and timing of applications received. Selections may be made at any point during the announcement open period.

Human Resources will determine your qualifications for each entry grade level based on your interest and the additional following criteria. Resumes for federal government positions need more detailed work descriptions and accomplishments than a typical private sector resume. Please be sure to clearly describe this in your resume. Combinations of education and experience may also be sufficient.

BASIC REQUIREMENT

Bachelor's degree in computer science "OR" bachelor's degree with 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. At least 15 of the 30 semester hours must have included any combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus. All academic degrees and course work must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions. Make sure the response you select is supported by your resume and transcripts. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts, failure to provide transcripts may render you ineligible for the position.

FOR ENTRY AT THE GS-11

In addition to the Basic Requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade GS-09 in the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.

• Specialized experience is defined as: Developing software systems; integrating information structures, new computing systems, or computer software and/or hardware solutions.

FOR ENTRY AT THE GS-12

In addition to the Basic Requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade GS-11 in the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.

• Specialized experience is defined as: Developing software systems; transforming and integrating information structures, new computing systems, or computer software and/or hardware solutions; solving a variety of technical challenges/problems throughout the automated information systems life cycle in support of AI product development.

FOR ENTRY AT THE GS-13

In addition to the Basic Requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade GS-12 in the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.

• Specialized experience is defined as: Advising on the development of software systems; development of software and systems; solving technical challenges and problems throughout the automated information systems life cycle; providing technical advisement on data and AI-related technical feasibility.

This position is developmental and selections may be made at the GS-11, GS-12 or GS-13 entry grade levels. Once eligibility and qualification requirements are met, selectees will be eligible for promotion at management discretion to the GS-12 and GS-13 grade levels without further competition.

Volunteer Experience

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

You may qualify for consideration if meeting time-in grade, specialized experience, education requirement, 90 days after competitive appointment requirement, and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise indicated on the announcement.

The Security Designation will vary and dependent upon position and may require a secret clearance or higher. Employment in this position requires a background investigation which may delay starting date. If you are selected and cannot obtain a favorable security determination within a reasonable period of time due to disclosed/undisclosed background issues, the employment offer may be withdrawn. Individuals selected are required to obtain/maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain eligibility to occupy a sensitive position may result in termination. For more information see the security section of Understanding Vacancy Announcements.