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Knight Federal Solutions, Inc.
Computer Scientist
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A Computer Scientist conducts research and studies complex problems in computing. Develops computer algorithms that provide the foundation for advances in technology. May study computer hardware architecture, robotics or software, and collaborate with electrical engineers and other computer professionals.
$107,085 / year median in Virginia
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Job Requirements McLean, VA Top Secret CI Polygraph Career Level not specified Salary not specified Join Premium to unlock estimated salaries Job Description Description Knight Federal Solutions is a trusted provider to industry leading prime contractors, the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. We have established a company culture that supports our employees, their families and the communities in which they live and work. When you join our team, you belong to a group of people that work hard, strive for greatness and care about people. Our hard work is evident in everything we do. Whether it be supporting large government programs in the areas of Simulation and Training, Information Technology, Intelligence or Cyber Security we always strive to be the best. It is for this reason that we have been recognized as a World Class Team Supplier by Northrop Grumman and were also named one of Florida's fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine. As Knight Federal Solutions continues to grow, we look forward to hiring the best and the brightest to join us in our success! Summary Employs mathematics, statics, information science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, network science, probability modeling, data mining, data engineering, data warehousing, data compression, data protection, and / or other scientific techniques to correlate complex, technical findings into graphical, written, visual and verbal narrative products on trends of existing intelligence data to leverage other IC data sources. Develops and utilizes machine learning and data mining algorithms, including, but not limited to, Multiple Information Model Synthesis Architecture (MIMOSA) prediction algorithms based on open source capabilities. Integrates or codes algorithms to support Government intelligence search and discovery missions. Makes best-practice recommendations on managing data within hardware, software, storage, and bandwidth constraints. Employs data science techniques to support predictive analysis, social media and crowd-source data analytics, wargaming, and strategy development. Employs exploratory analysis and rapid iteration techniques of large volumes of data to quickly derive intelligence. Prepares products to describe and document findings and activities. Role Responsibilities 3+ years of experience with AWS 3+ years of experience with programming languages, including Rust, Java, Python, JavaScript, and HTML 3+ years of experience designing, modifying, developing, writing, and implementing software programming applications using agile methods 3+ years of experience in software development with basic programming technologies, tools, or web development stacks in a classified environment 1+ years of experience with AI/ML implementation and development Experience in implementing algorithms and database structures Qualifications Requirements TS SCI w/ CI Poly Experience with DevSecOps tools, including GitHub Experience with Agile methodology, software engineering, product management, and software products Experience writing source code for new applications or generating and enhancing code samples for existing applications Experience using back-end and front-end languages to develop complete solutions Experience mentoring or supervising employees within a collaborative team environment Experience in acquiring client requirements and resolving workflow problems through automation optimization Experience working with automated testing tools to perform testing and maintenance Knight Federal Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other protected classification.