Senior Computer Scientist

Peraton
Herndon, VA

Program Overview

About The Role

Peraton has an opportunity for you to join our military intelligence program (s) of record to deliver, operate and sustain modernized, transformed data science/ data analysis environments worldwide that enable speedy and precise decision making to warfighters .

Responsibilities:

Th e Senior Computer Scientist utilizes expertise in designing, developing, and maintaining data systems and software to create and maintain these systems, develop new technologies and algorithms, and solve complex computing and data system problems . Responsibilities are, but are not limited to:

Computer Scien ce specific :

  • Employ 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 .
  • C orrelate complex, technical findings into graphical, written, visual and verbal narrative products .
  • Assess trends for existing data to identify and leverage other data sources .
  • Develop and utilize machine learning and data mining algorithms, including, but not limited to, Multiple Information Model Synthesis Architecture (MIMOSA) prediction algorithms based on open-source capabilities.
  • Integrate or code algorithms to support Government intelligence search and discovery missions.
  • Make best practice recommendations on managing data within hardware, software, storage, and bandwidth constraints.
  • Employ data science techniques to support predictive analysis, social media and crowd-source data analytics, wargaming, and strategy development.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

  • Bachelor ’s degree in a relevant field, such as Computer Science , with a minimum of 17 years of experience or Master’s degree with a minimum of 12 years of work experience.
  • Experienced in algorithm development, data structures, and software development practices.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to interpret complex data and draw meaningful conclusions.
  • Experience d in advanced analytics, machine learning, and data integration methodologies.
  • Experience d with intelligence databases, software, and analytical tools.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with users and stakeholders.
  • Capacity to adapt to changing situations to prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Excellent communication , analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications :

  • Master’s degree in a relevant field.
  • Experience working in the customer environment is preferred.

S ecurity C learance :

This Position requires an Active TS/SCI and the ability to obtain a CI Poly, US Citizenship is required t o hold this clearance.

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Posted 2025-11-05

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