Senior Computer Scientist — Intelligence Systems & Cloud

PAE Government Services Inc.; Honolulu (HI); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Senior-Level Computer Scientist to support JIOC operations across multiple locations. The role applies advanced computer science to design, develop, test, and maintain software that processes and visualizes large intelligence datasets, with emphasis on secure deployment in DoD environments.

You will lead development efforts, mentor engineers, and collaborate with government and contractors, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity requirements and supporting rapid, secure

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field preferred.
• Advanced expertise in multiple programming languages, frameworks, and development paradigms.
• Deep understanding of distributed systems design and implementation.
• Experience leading software development teams and managing complex projects.
• Advanced expertise in cloud-native architecture and deployment strategies.
• Significant experience delivering capability while utilizing DevSecOps practices and CI/CD tools.
• Experience with system performance optimization and scalability.
• Knowledge of federal information security requirements and compliance frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex intelligence requirements into technical solutions.
• Experience mentoring junior developers and providing technical guidance.
• Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI. Ability to take a CI poly if requested.

Responsibilities

• Apply computer science disciplines including software engineering, algorithms, distributed systems, cloud computing, full‑stack development, and database management.
• Design and develop technical solutions that meet JIOC mission requirements and close intelligence gaps.
• Support the development and optimization of automated intelligence processes and analysis tools.
• Investigate, prototype, and evaluate emerging technologies and processes to enhance intelligence capabilities.
• Integrate new technologies into existing operational architectures to improve intelligence effectiveness.
• Implement and integrate open‑source, commercial off‑the‑shelf (COTS), and government off‑the‑shelf (GOTS) technologies.
• Evaluate the functionality, effectiveness, and suitability of systems and applications to identify and address shortcomings.
• Develop technical documentation, conduct code reviews, and provide technical leadership for development efforts.
• Collaborate with government, military, and contractors in complementary mission areas to identify and address technical deficiencies.
• Recommend process improvements based on operational effectiveness and emerging technologies.
• Actively participate in JIOC intelligence planning conferences and exercises, J2 working groups, intelligence system capability development meetings, Joint and national‑level intelligence coordination boards, and technical exchange meetings with mission partners.

Skills

Advanced programming languages

Distributed systems design

Cloud-native architecture

DevSecOps practices

Mentoring developers

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's or PhD in Data Science/CS/Statistics/Mathematics

Tools

CI/CD tools

DevSecOps tooling

Cloud platforms

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Senior-Level Computer Scientist to support JIOC operations across multiple locations. The role applies advanced computer science to design, develop, test, and maintain software that processes and visualizes large intelligence datasets, with emphasis on secure deployment in DoD environments.

You will lead development efforts, mentor engineers, and collaborate with government and contractors, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity requirements and supporting rapid, secure