Computer Scientist Associate at Leidos in Honolulu, HI

Summary: Leidos is a company focused on supporting the INDOPACOM J2 mission, and they are seeking a Computer Scientist Associate. This role involves developing technical solutions to support intelligence operations, including designing, coding, testing, and maintaining software that processes intelligence data. Responsibilities: - Apply computer science disciplines such as software engineering, algorithms, distributed systems, cloud computing, full‑stack development, and database management while supporting ongoing project tasks - Assist in designing and developing technical solutions that help meet JIOC mission requirements and address intelligence gaps - Support the development and optimization of automated intelligence processes and analysis tools - Help investigate, prototype, and evaluate emerging technologies and processes that could enhance intelligence capabilities - Contribute to integrating new technologies into existing operational architectures to improve intelligence effectiveness - Implement and integrate open‑source, commercial off‑the‑shelf (COTS), and government off‑the‑shelf (GOTS) technologies under established guidance - Participate in evaluating the functionality, effectiveness, and suitability of systems and applications to help identify and resolve shortcomings - Assist with developing technical documentation, take part in code reviews, and support technical activities within development efforts - Work with government, military, and contractor personnel in complementary mission areas to help identify and address technical deficiencies - Provide recommendations for process improvements based on operational needs and emerging technologies - Participate in 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 Required Qualifications: - Current TS/SCI security clearance on day 1 - At least 1 year of experience in computer science, software development or similar technical roles - Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related technical field - Growing proficiency in multiple programming languages and software development frameworks - Experience working with software development methodologies (SDLC, Agile, etc.) as part of project teams - Experience supporting database design and management tasks - Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and architectures and the ability to apply them under guidance - Demonstrated problem‑solving skills and the ability to apply critical thinking to technical challenges - Experience developing code using DevSecOps practices and working with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) tools - Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non‑technical audiences Required Skills: Computer science, Software development, Programming languages, Software development frameworks, Software development methodologies, Database design, Database management, Cloud computing, DevSecOps, Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)