Decision Systems Data Scientist - Security-Cleared

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD, invites applications for a role in the Decision Systems Group (QAX) to enhance national safety and security through advanced analytic methods and integrated software systems.

You will design scalable decision support systems, collaborate with diverse partners, and explore new technologies through prototypes, while pursuing research to shift from reactive to proactive approaches.

Qualifications

• Requires a terminal degree (PhD, DEng) in CS, Math, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or similar field.
• Proficiency in at least one data science/full-stack language (Python, Java, JavaScript).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong organizational ability and relationship-building.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-performance, scalable decision support systems.
• Collaborate with partners to translate concepts into actionable plans.
• Develop proof-of-concept prototypes to explore new technologies.
• Engage in research to move approaches from reactive to proactive.

Skills

Python

Java

JavaScript

Communication

Education

PhD or DEng

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD, invites applications for a role in the Decision Systems Group (QAX) to enhance national safety and security through advanced analytic methods and integrated software systems.

You will design scalable decision support systems, collaborate with diverse partners, and explore new technologies through prototypes, while pursuing research to shift from reactive to proactive approaches.