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Core One

Computer Scientist (USPACOM J2)

Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

Location
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
Work
Not stated
Employment
Not stated
Level
Senior
Function
Science & research
Pay
$105K – $118K a year (read from the ad)
Posted
2 months ago

Pay and the market here

The top of this role’s range, $118K a year, is 31% below the median of $170K for senior science jobs in United States (middle half $125K – $198K, 340 jobs that state pay).

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About the role

Join our team at Core One! Our mission is to be at the forefront of devising analytical, operational and technical solutions to our Nation's most complex national security challenges. In order to achieve our mission, Core One values people first! We are committed to recruiting, nurturing, and retaining top talent! We offer a competitive total compensation package that sets us apart from our competition. Core One is a team-oriented, dynamic, and growing company that values exceptional performance!

*This position requires TS/SCI with CI Polygraph*

Responsibilities

  • Apply computer science disciplines including software engineering, algorithms, distributed systems, cloud computing, full-stack development, and database management.
  • Design and develop technical solutions that meet JIOC mission requirements and close intelligence gaps.
  • Support the development and optimization of automated intelligence processes and analysis tools.
  • Investigate, prototype, and evaluate emerging technologies and processes to enhance intelligence capabilities.
  • Integrate new technologies into existing operational architectures to improve intelligence effectiveness.
  • Implement and integrate open-source, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS), and government offthe-shelf (GOTS) technologies.
  • Evaluate the functionality, effectiveness, and suitability of systems and applications to identify and address shortcomings.
  • Develop technical documentation, conduct code reviews, and provide technical leadership for development efforts.
  • Collaborate with government, military, and contractors in complementary mission areas to identify and address technical deficiencies.
  • Recommend process improvements based on operational effectiveness and emerging technologies.
  • Actively participate in JIOC intelligence planning conferences and exercises, J2 working groups, intelligence system capability development meetings, Joint and national-level intelligence coordination boards, and technical exchange meetings with mission partners

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in computer science, software development, or similar technical roles, with at least 3 years supporting intelligence or defense applications
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field preferred
  • Advanced expertise in multiple programming languages, frameworks, and development paradigms
  • Deep understanding of distributed systems design and implementation
  • Experience leading software development teams and managing complex projects
  • Advanced expertise in cloud-native architecture and deployment strategies
  • Significant experience delivering capability while utilizing DevSecOps practices and CI/CD tools
  • Experience with system performance optimization and scalability
  • Knowledge of federal information security requirements and compliance frameworks
  • Demonstrated ability to translate complex intelligence requirements into technical solutions
  • Experience mentoring junior developers and providing technical guidance

Salary Range: $105,000 - $118,000

The pay range reflected above is a general guideline for this position and labor category and is not a guarantee of a specific salary or offer. Final compensation is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, education, certifications, security clearance level, contract requirements, geographic location, and internal pay equity, and may reflect market data specific to the awarded contract.

Security Clearance

  • TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

Core One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Source

Posted by Core One on their own hiring page, job-boards.greenhouse.io. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 07 Nov 2026 10:52 UTC; the original is the reference.

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