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We are seeking a senior computer scientist to join our Proliferation Detection Data Exploitation team. The selected applicant will work across multi-disciplinary teams to advance state-of-the-art data science for nonproliferation applications. This work could span multiple domains including data management, data science, applied mathematics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence engineering, with interactions with subject matter experts across multiple nuclear proliferation detection and national security applications.
Job Responsibility
Identify, analyze, and provide data science solutions and alternate approaches for national security challenges
Interpret and apply industry standards to data management and FAIR (finable, accessible, interoperable, reusable) data principles
Apply technical judgment in determining efficient application of potential solutions
Collaborate with your team to solve encountered problems
Report results through team meetings, writing publications, and attending conferences
Participate in teams proposing novel research and development to our US government sponsors to apply data science solutions to national and global security challenges
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and five (5) years of directly relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development
Active DOE Q clearance or Equivalent
Nice to have
Graduate degree in Computer Science or a highly related field where an independent research project was a graduation requirement (e.g., independent project, thesis, or dissertation)
Demonstrated software development skills and familiarity with modern software development practices and tools (e.g., Agile)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
a passion to improve and expand technical skills
Educational or professional experience in applied mathematics, statistics, operations research/industrial engineering, and related fields
Research experience in data management, data analysis, and/or algorithm development
Experience working in multiple computer programming languages
Experience implementing multiple machine learning and artificial intelligence approaches and capabilities (e.g. natural language processing, computer vision, agentic systems)
Knowledge of good software engineering practices
Knowledge of nuclear nonproliferation needs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to conduct creative, independent research
The ability to obtain and maintain an SCI security clearance
What we offer
Challenging work with amazing impact
Extraordinary co-workers
Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
Flexible work arrangements (9/80 and 4/10 compressed workweeks, part-time work, telecommuting)
Generous vacation
Strong medical and other benefits
Competitive 401k
Learning opportunities
Relocation assistance
Amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance