Computer Science
10 open positions in this category
The 1550 series covers computer scientists: professional positions grounded in the theory of computation, algorithms, software engineering and data science, as distinct from the much larger 2210 IT specialist series, which is experience based. Federal computer scientists build models and software at research and engineering organizations, the FAA’s air traffic and safety programs, NOAA’s weather and ocean modeling, Navy and Army engineering centers and defense agencies. Listings here have come from NOAA, the FAA, Naval Sea Systems Command, the Army Corps of Engineers, the Defense Information Systems Agency and the Air Force elements at U.S. Strategic Command.
Recent listings have included computer scientists, a computer scientist in cyber, a software developer and a supervisory computer scientist posted under direct hire authority.
Applying tip: 1550 carries a positive education requirement, a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a degree with a stated amount of mathematics, statistics and computer science coursework including calculus, so list the courses and attach transcripts; without them you cannot be rated qualified however strong your experience. The IT and cybersecurity guide covers the 2210 series and the agencies that hire for it remotely.
The Computer Science category has 10 open listings in our inventory right now: all telework eligible. 9 were posted in the last 30 days, the newest on Oct 13, 2026. Advertised pay runs $83,265 to $197,192 a year, typically about $138,871. GS grades range from 11 to 14. Employers with the most listings: National Telecommunications and Information Administration (4), Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (2), Air Force Elements, U.S. Strategic Command (1). Figures as of Oct 15, 2026, refreshed daily.