Computer Scientist VI, Step 3

Job description

Purpose of the Position: This Computer Scientist VI, Step 3, role is designed for a computer scientist/engineer with extensive experience in DevOps, cloud architecture, and distributed systems. The candidate will lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance infrastructure and application environments supporting NASA science. The position requires strong critical thinking, the ability to translate complex business needs into technical solutions, and leadership in establishing best practices across teams. The selected candidate will support the Office of Data Science and Informatics (ODSI) within the Earth Systems Science Center. This role focuses on advancing data science and informatics to support NASA science. ODSI evaluates trends across data science and informatics communities to inform strategic direction and develop effective, scalable solutions. The office also provides a user-centered perspective on how science data are represented, communicated, and utilized. The position contributes to cross-disciplinary collaboration aimed at improving all phases of the NASA science data lifecycle, including policy, engineering, workflows, and information d...