Competitive Compensation Jobs in Washington DC

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Washington DC’s tech scene rewards Competitive Compensation, attracting 279 roles that showcase transparent salary data for engineers, product managers, and data scientists.

Top employers—such as federal agencies, think tanks, and high‑growth startups—offer Competitive Compensation packages that align with the city’s cost of living, making DC a prime market for salary‑conscious talent.

ENGINEER

Company: Department of the Navy - Naval Education and Training Command

Location: Bangor, Washington Bangor, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies in the Naval Acquisition Development Program. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the How to Apply section to be considered.

Information Technology Specialist (Operating Systems) (Cloud Transformation Lead)

Company: Judicial Branch - Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in the Department of Technology Services DTS Systems Development and Support Office SDSO, assigned to move the Judiciary to commercial cloud providers and support Cloud Application Modernization.

Program Specialist

Company: Department of Health and Human Services - Administration for Children and Families

Location: Seattle, Washington Seattle, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families Office of Regional Operations in Seattle, Washington.

Associate General Counsel for Enforcement

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Federal Election Commission

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Federal Election Commission is looking for an individual with extensive enforcement experience and leadership skills to serve as Associate General Counsel for the Enforcement Division.

Assistant General Counsel

Company: Judicial Branch - Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Assistant General Counsel position is located in the Office of the General Counsel, providing legal advice and services to various court officials and committees.

Attorney-Advisor (Contract)

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Smithsonian Institution

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Smithsonian Institution is a large museum complex with 21 museums and the National Zoo. The Office of Contracting and Personal Property Management is responsible for planning and managing various programs.

Senior Attorney (Policy Advisor)

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Surface Transportation Board

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Senior Attorney Policy Advisor position provides legal, administrative, and policy expertise to resolve complex passenger rail matters.

Director, Planning and Design Division

Company: Legislative Branch - Architect of the Capitol

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Architect of the Capitol is hiring a Director for the Planning and Design Division, responsible for planning, design, sustainability, and policy formulation.

Attorney (Litigation)

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Federal Election Commission

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position involves serving as an Attorney in the Litigation Division, handling cases in federal district and appellate courts, and dealing with cutting edge First Amendment issues.

Electrical Engineer (Interdisciplinary)

Company: Department of the Army - United States Army Installation Management Command

Location: Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The job posting is for a Director of Public Works position at US Army IMCOM, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA. The job requires a resume to be submitted, and only the first 5 pages will be reviewed.

Contracting Officer Representative (COR)

Company: Department of the Treasury - Treasury, Departmental Offices

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is for a Contracting Officer Representative at Departmental Offices, managing technical aspects of contracts and contracting processes.

Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA) - Uncompensated

Company: Department of Justice - Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The US Attorneys Office for the District of Columbia is a unique agency that serves as both the local and federal prosecutor for the nation's capital. It has a large scope of work, including prosecuting cases ranging from misdemeanors to homicides, and defending the United States in civil suits.

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Federal agencies, defense contractors, and cybersecurity firms in Washington DC consistently offer Competitive Compensation that exceeds the national average, especially for senior software engineers and data scientists.
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