Computer Scientist (Job #731)

Summary DAS LLC is seeking highly motivated Computer Scientists to join a high-visibility, mission-critical project at Aberdeen Proving Ground.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy front-end and back-end solutions in a secure, scalable DoD environment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders to support iterative delivery of software capabilities
• Integrate interactive data visualizations and AI/ML-powered APIs to enhance mission effectiveness
• Ensure compliance with DoD development standards, branding, and cybersecurity best practices
• Manage application state, session storage, and RBAC for secure user experiences
• Build and maintain data pipelines and backend services using modern frameworks
• Participate in code reviews, documentation, and DevSecOps workflows

Required Technical Skills Candidates must have experience with several of the following (depth expected to vary by role seniority):

• Active DoD security clearance
• 8 plus years experience
• Bachelors in computer science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, or a related field
• Prior military service or experience supporting military programs
• Previous work on DoD software development projects
• Familiarity with secure deployment pipelines and DevSecOps principles

Front-End Development

• React / React Native
• HTML, JavaScript / TypeScript
• Charting frameworks (eCharts, D3, PowerBI)
• RBAC, session storage, and state management
• Familiarity with DoD branding and UX guidelines

Back-End & Data

• Python, FastAPI
• SQL / SQLite
• Modular architecture and event/queue systems
• Data pipelines and services integration
• AI/ML API integration
• Experience with Vantage/Foundry platforms (preferred)

About DAS: Defense Acquisition Support Services is a Women Owned Small Business focused on hiring the very best people in Defense Contracting. As a Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) focused organization, we partner with the government to help them achieve Mission Success. Established in 2007, we have remained “People Focused” and understand the secret to organizational success is the team. Our “People Focused” approach enables us to hire, retain, and help our teammates succeed and assist them by providing the very best possible support available to our government customers.

The DAS Culture: We are “People Focused.” Each team member gets an employee concierge who is charged with helping ensure personal and professional success for our people. We care and try to help people find the right fit so they can find happiness, development, and a rewarding career. We succeed by helping you succeed.

DAS Benefits: We provide real benefits for our team that includes:

• Free Health Care from Aetna
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off
• 401K
• Employer Paid Group Life
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Professional Development Training