Competitive Pay Jobs in Washington DC

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Physician, Medical Asset Support Team (O-6 Billet) Non-Supervisory

Company: Department of Homeland Security - Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Location: Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Marine Electrician/Fishing Vessel

Company: American Seafoods Company

Location: Washington State

Posted Jul 08, 2025

Ability to interface in a cooperative and businesslike manner with company vendor representatives, shipyard representatives and outside contractors.

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Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant (Level 5) CY-02

Company: Department of the Army - Army Installation Management Command

Location: Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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401(k) full time be or bc

Pulmonary/Sleep Medicine Physician – Everett, WA

Company: Optum

Location: Everett, Washington

Posted Jul 06, 2025

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401(k) dental insurance health insurance

Gastroenterology Hospitalist - Optum WA, Everett, WA

Company: Optum

Location: Everett, Washington

Posted Jul 06, 2025

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Police Officer (Reemployed Annuitant - Residential Security)

Company: Judicial Branch - Supreme Court of the United States

Location: Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Security Guard

Company: Department of the Interior - Bureau of Reclamation

Location: Grand Coulee, Washington

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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part time

Certified Nurse Midwife (Providence Women and Children's Services)

Company: Providence

Location: Everett, Washington

Posted Jul 06, 2025

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Information Technology Specialist (InfoSec)

Company: Department of Homeland Security - Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Location: Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Police Officer (Reemployed Annuitant)

Company: Judicial Branch - Supreme Court of the United States

Location: Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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POLICE OFFICER

Company: Department of the Navy - Commander, Navy Installations

Location: Hadlock, Washington

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Data Analyst

Company: US Health Connect

Location: Fort Washington, PA

Posted Jul 09, 2025

Have a bachelor’s degree (BS) in Mathematics or Computer Science. Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to data…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges for Competitive Pay roles at different seniority levels?
Junior (0‑2 years) $90k‑$120k, Mid‑level (3‑5 years) $120k‑$160k, Senior (6‑10 years) $160k‑$220k, Lead (10+ years) $220k‑$280k, Principal/Architect $280k‑$350k, and VP/CTO $350k‑$500k+. Regional premiums apply in tech hubs like SF, NYC, and Austin.
What skills and certifications are most valuable for Competitive Pay roles?
Proficiency in Python, Java, or Go; deep knowledge of TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit‑learn for ML; Terraform, Kubernetes, Docker for Cloud; CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab; security frameworks like Zero‑Trust and tools like Splunk. Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer, Certified Ethical Hacker, TensorFlow Developer Certificate, and PMP for project leadership.
Can I work remotely in Competitive Pay positions?
Yes—over 70% of Competitive Pay roles offer full remote or hybrid options. Many companies provide remote‑first policies for software, data, and security roles, while on‑site requirements are rare for Cloud Architecture and DevOps positions that need on‑prem integration. Check the location field in each listing for remote flags.
What career paths can I expect after starting in Competitive Pay roles?
Typical progression goes: Junior Engineer → Mid‑level Engineer → Senior Engineer → Tech Lead → Principal Engineer/Architect → VP/CTO. Each step adds leadership, architecture design, and strategic responsibilities. Lateral moves into product management or data science leadership are also common for high‑pay professionals.
What industry trends are shaping Competitive Pay roles?
Fast‑moving AI/ML model deployment, multi‑cloud strategies, edge AI, data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA), DevSecOps integration, and AI‑driven automation of security and ops. Companies reward professionals who can architect hybrid cloud, implement MLOps pipelines, and secure data pipelines with zero‑trust principles.

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