Early-Career Computer Scientist: High-Consequence Systems

Sandia Corporation; New Mexico; On-site; USD 102,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Relocation assistance

Generous vacation

Medical benefits

401k

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking an Early Career Computer Scientist to apply state-of-the-art algorithms to high-consequence national security systems. You will develop software with Python, Bash, Ansible, and automation tools, working in Linux environments using Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.

Onsite role in New Mexico with a DOE Q clearance path. You will collaborate across teams, optimize performance, and stay current with evolving technologies to support critical missions and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance.
• Experience with modern software development practices.

Responsibilities

• Apply algorithms and state-of-the-art methods to complex problems.
• Develop software for high-consequence decision-making systems using Python, Bash, Ansible.
• Collaborate using Git/GitLab with CI/CD pipelines and feature-branch workflows.
• Deploy solutions in Linux environments with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud/container registries.
• Identify opportunities to improve computational efficiency.
• Continuously learn about emerging technologies and collaborate with diverse colleagues.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Ansible

Python

Bash

Linux

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

GitLab

CI/CD

SLURM

Helm

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking an Early Career Computer Scientist to apply state-of-the-art algorithms to high-consequence national security systems. You will develop software with Python, Bash, Ansible, and automation tools, working in Linux environments using Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.

Onsite role in New Mexico with a DOE Q clearance path. You will collaborate across teams, optimize performance, and stay current with evolving technologies to support critical missions and