Early-Career Computer Scientist — High-Impact National Security

Sandia National Laboratories (Albuquerque, USA); Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 102,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Relocation assistance

Generous vacation and benefits

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque seeks a computer scientist to advance high-consequence systems for national security. You will apply algorithms and develop software using Python, Bash, Ansible, and Linux in collaborative teams.

This role requires on-site work, DOE Q clearance eligibility, and a strong background in container technologies, CI/CD, and scalable architectures. The team emphasizes agile practices and impactful national security missions.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of algorithms to complex problems and develop software for high-consequence systems.
• Develop software using Python, Bash, Ansible and related automation tools.
• Collaborate with Git and GitLab, embracing CI/CD workflows and code reviews.
• Deploy solutions in Linux environments with Docker, Kubernetes, cron, systemd and SLURM.
• Identify opportunities to improve computational efficiency.
• Continuously learn about emerging technologies while collaborating with colleagues.

Skills

Ansible

Python

Bash

Linux

Docker

Kubernetes

GitLab CI/CD

SLURM

Networking fundamentals

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Graduate degree in Computer Science (preferred)

Tools

Ansible

Python

Bash

Linux

Docker

Kubernetes

GitLab

SLURM

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque seeks a computer scientist to advance high-consequence systems for national security. You will apply algorithms and develop software using Python, Bash, Ansible, and Linux in collaborative teams.

This role requires on-site work, DOE Q clearance eligibility, and a strong background in container technologies, CI/CD, and scalable architectures. The team emphasizes agile practices and impactful national security missions.