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ENGINEER/SCIENTIST Unmanned Surface Vessel Lead Mission Autonomy Software Developer

$101,401 a year
Naval Sea Systems Command
Virginia Full-day Full-time

Description:

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

Requirements:

Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower pay band, ND-03 (GS 09/11 equivalency), in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: As a computer scientist with experience in software development and software architectures.

Examples of qualifying experience may include:
  • Significant experience as a Software Developer (5-8 + years).
  • Experience with networking concepts and transport layers: TCP/UDP, DDS, Protobufs.
  • Expertise in Python and Java with a familiarity with C++, bash, and Kotlin.
  • Strong understanding with pub/sub message architectures.
  • Experience with building modular interfaces, software containerization, and microservices.
  • Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.
  • Proven ability to design scalable, maintainable, and secure software architectures.
  • Proficiency with DevOps principles and practices and CI/CD tools.
  • Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:

General Engineering Series, 0801
Computer Science Series, 1550

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.
Dec 18, 2025;   from: usajobs.gov

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