Jobs at Platform Science

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Platform Science builds a cloud platform that lets researchers publish, share, and reproduce code, data, and results. The company has become a key player in the open-science movement, partnering with universities, pharmaceutical companies, and government labs to streamline reproducible research workflows.

Hiring focuses on software engineers (frontend, backend, full-stack), data scientists, ML engineers, product managers, UX designers, and QA/DevOps specialists. Candidates can expect rigorous coding challenges, collaborative pair-programming, and the chance to influence product roadmaps that support millions of research projects.

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F-35 Airframe Acquisition Analyst, Lead - 38191

Company: Alion Science and Technology

Location: Arlington, VA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

This job involves providing Airframe Program Management support for the F-35 Joint Program Office in Arlington, VA. The role includes managing contracts, costs, schedules, and performance for the F-35 Air System. It involves assisting in developing acquisition strategies, work statements, evaluation plans, and vendor qualification. The position requires expertise in the defense acquisition process, with responsibilities spanning from pre-award planning to contract close-out. The role also involves applying quantitative analytical techniques to assess system acquisition process issues and develop risk reduction strategies. The job requires a Bachelor's degree with 8-10 years of experience or a Master's degree with 6-8 years of experience, along with a Secret security clearance.

Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist III - 37403

Company: Alion Science and Technology

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Alion Science and Technology Corporation is seeking a Cryptanalytic Computer Scientist. The role involves solving complex cryptanalytic problems using advanced computer science, electrical engineering, and mathematics. Responsibilities include architecting hardware solutions, designing software applications, and developing methods to exploit and analyze computer systems and network vulnerabilities. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field with relevant experience. The position requires a Top Secret security clearance with SCI and CI Poly. Alion values diversity and encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

F-35 Human Resource Analyst - 34384

Company: Alion Science and Technology

Location: Arlington, VA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The F-35 Human Resource Analyst role involves providing program analysis and recommendations, project leadership on human capital issues, and managing an internal HR information system. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, extensive experience in workforce matters, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate should have a Secret clearance, experience in developing task management processes, and demonstrated ability to lead tasks to completion. Telework is not eligible, and U.S. citizenship is required for most positions. A new Federal Executive Order mandates full COVID-19 vaccination for employees by December 8, 2021.

Cloud SME, Asc Principal - 35533

Company: Alion Science and Technology

Location: Springfield, VA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Alion Science and Technology is seeking an experienced Cloud Engineer with AWS specialization. The role involves engineering, architecting, and migrating cloud-based applications and infrastructure. The candidate will develop strategic and implementation plans for information systems, work with development teams for system analysis, and oversee cloud computing strategy. Key responsibilities include deploying and managing cloud computing systems, setting up cloud networks, and ensuring compliance with security policies. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field, 10+ years of experience in Systems Administration, DevOps Engineering, or Software Development, and proficiency in Linux systems and shell scripting. Experience with cloud technologies, Hadoop, NoSQL databases, and AWS is highly desired. A TS/SCI security clearance is required, and U.S. citizenship is mandatory for most positions.

Embedded Software Engineer, Senior - 38107

Company: Alion Science and Technology

Location: Enon, OH

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Alion Science and Technology is recruiting for an Embedded Software Engineer to join their National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) support team. The role involves analysis, design, development, and reverse engineering of embedded software for various microcontrollers, microprocessors, and Digital Signal Processors (DSP) devices. The position is based primarily at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB) in Dayton. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering with 3-10 years of related experience. They must be comfortable with Assembly Language, C, C++, C#, and JAVA, and have experience with UNIX, Linux, Windows, VxWorks, or other operating systems. Knowledge of Texas Instruments DSP processors, x86 processors, Amtel processors, and ARM processor architectures is desirable. Candidates must hold an active Secret Clearance and be able to obtain higher clearances if necessary. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Senior Java Software Engineer (Engineer Software 4) - 3717

Company: Alion Science and Technology

Location: Vienna, VA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Huntington Ingalls Industries' Technical Solutions division is seeking a Senior Java Software Engineer for a role in Merrifield, VA, supporting the USPS. The role involves designing, modifying, and developing software applications, participating in testing processes, and providing technical support. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 9+ years of professional service, and proficiency in Java/J2EE, Groovy/Spring, and PL/SQL. Experience with Teradata SQL, JavaScript, and React JS is a plus. The position requires a USPS Sensitive Clearance and full COVID-19 vaccination by December 8, 2021.

NI LabVIEW Engineer - 36930

Company: Alion Science and Technology

Location: Enon, OH

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Alion Science and Technology is recruiting for an Engineer position with LabVIEW programming expertise. The ideal candidate should have an engineering degree, preferably in Electrical, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical & Computer Engineering Technology. A minimum of 5 years of experience is desired, with NI LabVIEW Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD) or LabVIEW Architect (CLA) certification being essential. Additional desirable skills include experience with LabVIEW FPGA, VeriStand, and NI's wider project range, along with programming languages like C, C++, C#, .NET, and PLC, or scripting languages such as Python, Bash, JavaScript, and PowerShell. Familiarity with Linux, RTOS, and basic networking is also beneficial. The role involves systems level solution development, complex engineering projects, and maintaining continuous communication with team members. The candidate must be a self-starter, capable of managing time effectively, and able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Platform Science?
Platform Science fosters a culture that prizes reproducibility, transparency, and continuous learning. Employees enjoy flexible remote options, regular hackathons that focus on open-science challenges, and a flat hierarchy that encourages cross-team collaboration. Compensation includes competitive base salaries, equity, and a generous benefits package that covers health, dental, and vision. The team actively publishes research and code on the platform, giving staff a chance to see their work cited in academic papers.
What types of positions are available at Platform Science?
Platform Science hires across the tech stack: backend, frontend, and full-stack engineers; data scientists and ML engineers; product managers; UX/UI designers; quality assurance; DevOps and site reliability engineers; technical writers; and customer success specialists. Roles range from junior to senior levels, with clear career ladders and mentorship programs.
How can I stand out as an applicant for Platform Science?
Showcase reproducibility skills by sharing a GitHub project that includes data, code, and a Jupyter notebook that reproduces a published study. Highlight experience with cloud services (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). Emphasize collaboration by providing examples of cross-functional projects or open-source contributions. Finally, tailor your cover letter to explain how you can help Platform Science scale reproducible workflows for research partners.

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