Computer Scientist - Senior Level

Bluehawk, LLC; United States; Presencial; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Bluehawk, LLC is seeking a Computer Scientist to design, develop, and sustain software, tools, and analytic capabilities for the Joint Intelligence Operations Center. This role applies advanced computer science principles to process, analyze, and visualize large volumes of multi-source intelligence data, enabling modernization, automation, and advanced analytics initiatives.

This position requires deep technical proficiency and experience delivering enterprise-grade software while collaborating

Formación

• 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.
• Deep understanding of DoD and federal cybersecurity and compliance frameworks.

Responsabilidades

• Apply computer science disciplines, including software engineering, algorithms, distributed systems, cloud computing, full-stack development, DevSecOps, and database management.
• 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.

Conocimientos

Programming languages & frameworks

Distributed systems design

DevSecOps & CI/CD

Cloud-native architectures

Leadership experience

Descripción del empleo

Overview

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.

This position requires deep technical proficiency, practical experience delivering enterprise-grade software, and the ability to work in a highly collaborative, mission-driven environment alongside analysts, engineers, military personnel, and interagency partners.

Responsibilities

• Apply computer science disciplines, including software engineering, algorithms, distributed systems, cloud computing, full-stack development, DevSecOps, and database management.
• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Experience

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.

Bluehawk, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/EOE Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity