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The successful candidate will develop and maintain software for mathematical modeling and data manipulation, gather software requirements, develop software designs and document them, write clear code that is easy to read and understand, develop and automate software tests, and improve the software development process.
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06/23/2022 to 07/18/2022
$120,000 - $170,000 per year
AD 13 - 15
1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Not required
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Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
Excepted
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661573300
The Long-Term Analysis Unit is seeking a research programmer to work with a team of analysts to develop, maintain, and use a variety of mathematical models, including a large microsimulation model, to analyze topics of interest to the Congress. Analysts in the Long-Term Analysis Unit are responsible for the agencys population projections; the agencys projections of federal spending in the long term; and a microsimulation model that underlies long-term projections of the Social Security programs spending and revenues and the analysis of proposed policy changes to the program. In addition, the unit leads the work on the agencys recurring reports examining the budget outlook over the long term. The successful candidate will develop and maintain software for mathematical modeling and data manipulation, gather software requirements, develop software designs and document them, write clear code that is easy to read and understand, develop and automate software tests, and improve the software development process.
Tier One Background Investigation
Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, a minimum of three years of experience, and familiarity with all stages of the software development cycle including requirements gathering and analysis, design development, implementation, testing, and maintenance. The position also requires: Proficiency in Python (including the pandas and NumPy packages), and in one of following: Fortran, C, C++, Java, or Julia; Working knowledge of SQL and database design; The ability to communicate effectively with all CBO staff, including other programmers and economists; Facility with handling multiple projects simultaneously, often under tight deadlines; A desire to learn new skills and technologies; and A desire to contribute directly to the analysis of federal policy in a nonpartisan setting.
Applicants must have a bachelors degree in computer science or a related field, a minimum of three years of experience, and familiarity with all stages of the software development cycle
This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application includes your resume, responses to the online questions, and required supporting documents. Please be sure that your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a not qualified determination. Those who aren't qualified will be informed and not considered further. Others will be referred to the hiring division for further consideration.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
See https://www.cbo.gov/about/careers/benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Submit a cover letter, a resume, a code sample, and contact information for three references at www.cbo.gov/careers.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
DO NOT APPLY THROUGH USAJOBS or EMAIL- APPLY ONLINE AT www.cbo.gov/careers.
Submit a cover letter, a resume, a code sample, and contact information for three references at www.cbo.gov/careers. Only complete applications will be considered. To ensure consideration, apply by July 18, 2022.
You will receive an email confirming that you have applied to the position. Once your application is reviewed, it will be forwarded to the hiring division if you are qualified. If you don't meet qualifications, you will be informed by email and your application will not be considered further. All qualified candidates will be informed by email when the position has been filled.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Submit a cover letter, a resume, a code sample, and contact information for three references at www.cbo.gov/careers.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
DO NOT APPLY THROUGH USAJOBS or EMAIL- APPLY ONLINE AT www.cbo.gov/careers.
Submit a cover letter, a resume, a code sample, and contact information for three references at www.cbo.gov/careers. Only complete applications will be considered. To ensure consideration, apply by July 18, 2022.
You will receive an email confirming that you have applied to the position. Once your application is reviewed, it will be forwarded to the hiring division if you are qualified. If you don't meet qualifications, you will be informed by email and your application will not be considered further. All qualified candidates will be informed by email when the position has been filled.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/661573300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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