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Job opening: Computer Scientist

Salary: $53 105 - 122 459 per year
Relocation: YES
City: Suitland
Published at: Aug 02 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
This vacancy is for a Computer Scientist position in the Department of Commerce located at the U.S. Census Bureau Headquarters in Suitland, Maryland. The Census Bureau is accessible from the Metro Rail Green Line - Suitland Station. This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Computer Scientist, 1550, 7/9/11/12, FPL GS-12 positions within the Census Bureau in the same geographical location with the same qualifications and specialized experience.

Duties

Plans, designs, and provides technical solutions for the development of extremely complex software from inception through completion. Applies comprehensive knowledge of programming, software development, and problem solving to support complex software and system development. Follow software development life cycle and project management best practices for software development.

Requirements

  • Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
  • U.S. Citizen
  • Suitable for Federal employment.
  • Registered for Selective Service if applicable. (www.sss.gov)
  • A one-year probationary period may be required.
  • This is a BARGAINING unit position.
  • This position may be covered by one or more of the following bargaining units: American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 2782(HQ) or AFGE Local 1438(DN). If you have specific questions, please contact the HR Specialist.

Qualifications

This vacancy is advertised under 2 different announcements. Please read the 'Who May Apply' section carefully to determine your eligibility. If you are not eligible under this announcement, please see 23-ADDP-12043684-ST-MB. Minimum Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree in computer science or bachelor's degree with 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. At least 15 of the 30 semester hours must have included any combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus. All academic degrees and course work must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions. Applicants should have sufficient knowledge to understand the fundamental concepts and techniques of computer science. Courses designed to provide an introduction to computer science techniques and methodologies, to problems of system design, and to other specialized fields are acceptable. Courses or experience in teaching elementary, business, or shop mathematics are not acceptable. AND Specialized Experience: For the GS-07, you must have one year of experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-05 in the Federal service. Experience for this position includes assisting in software and system development in a professional and/or academic environment; Assisting in the development of software through various techniques such as data structures, software engineering, and computer communication. OR Education: 1 year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement 3.0 or higher GPA Specialized Experience: For the GS-09, you must have one year of experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-07 in the Federal service. Experience for this position includes providing routine maintenance and design of software development and software testing throughout the software development life cycle; Analyzing needs and product requirements to create code; Conducting routine program testing to ensure quality control. OR Education: 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree. Specialized Experience: For the GS-11, you must have one year of experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-09 in the Federal service. Experience for this position includes assisting in the overall planning, design, and implementation of large and more complex programs; preparing and testing systems to ensure quality and efficiency; Modifying software code to correct errors and improve performance; Providing assistance and guidance to customers on software related issues. OR Education: 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. Specialized Experience: For the GS-12, you must have one year of experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-11 in the Federal service. Experience for this position includes overseeing complex software and system developments through various techniques such as data structures, software engineering, and computer communication; Participating in the planning, development, and implementation of large more complex programs within time and budget constraints; Developing and implementing major testing strategies to ensure quality and efficiency; Providing assistance and guidance to customers on software related issues. OR Education: Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer.

Contacts

  • Address Associate Director for Demographic Programs 4600 Silver Hill Road Washington, DC 20233 US
  • Name: Michelle Bone
  • Phone: 123-456-7890
  • Email: [email protected]

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