Excepted Service Position Jobs

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Excepted Service positions are the backbone of federal innovation, offering stability and a clear career ladder. With 1301 openings, agencies like NASA, NIH, and the Department of Energy are pushing projects in AI, quantum computing, and climate modeling. Demand spikes when new funding streams unlock high‑impact research and cybersecurity initiatives.

Roles range from Research Scientist and Data Analyst to Cybersecurity Engineer and GIS Analyst. Typical duties include designing experiments, developing Python/R pipelines, securing cloud deployments with AWS and Azure, and maintaining ArcGIS databases that support national infrastructure mapping.

Salary transparency is critical because Excepted Service pay is set in fixed bands. Knowing the exact figure for comparable positions across agencies lets candidates negotiate more effectively, benchmark against industry rates, and plan long‑term growth in a field that rewards expertise over tenure alone.

Account Executive

Company: Hometap

Location: USA

Posted Nov 14, 2025

Hometap is seeking an ambitious and empathetic Account Manager, also called an Investment Manager, to join their sales team. The role involves connecting with homeowners interested in a Hometap investment, educating them on the product, and guiding them through the application process. The position requires 3+ years of sales experience, empathy, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Hometap offers competitive compensation, meaningful equity, and a collaborative team-oriented approach.

Lead DevOps Engineer

Company: Ollion

Location: India

Posted Nov 14, 2025

Ollion is a company that connects businesses and capabilities globally to help ambitious organizations transform while maintaining independence. They value diversity, inclusion, and equity, and focus on creating innovative solutions for clients. Ollion seeks a Lead DevOps Engineer to lead a team in evolving cloud infrastructure for their data product, Datapipes, with a focus on AWS, Kubernetes, and automation.

Sr. Software Engineer - Backend (Integration Quality)

Company: Zapier

Location: North America

Posted Nov 14, 2025

Zapier is hiring a Sr Backend Engineer to enhance integration quality and automation, emphasizing AI, remote work, and high-impact projects. The role involves improving reliability, mentoring, and collaborating across teams to scale quality improvements.

Senior Product Designer

Company: Douro Labs

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 14, 2025

The job posting is seeking an experienced Senior Product Designer to join a well-rounded team and work on crafting world-class interfaces for complex ecosystems. The role involves leading UI design, building a scalable design system, collaborating with engineers, and applying design thinking to data-heavy experiences. The position is remote worldwide, with a focus on fast-paced, ambiguous environments and strong communication skills.

DevOps Engineer (GitHub Migration Projects)

Company: Atmosera

Location: USA

Posted Nov 14, 2025

Atmosera offers advanced tech solutions and seeks skilled engineers for GitHub Enterprise Cloud migration projects, emphasizing collaboration and innovation. They prioritize diversity and equal opportunity in hiring.

Principal Product Manager - Navigation

Company: Mapbox

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 14, 2025

Mapbox is a leading real-time location platform that provides tools for navigation, mapping, and location-aware businesses. The Navigation team at Mapbox develops web services for navigation initiatives in consumer, automotive, and logistics verticals. They work with automotive partners to bring mobile app development aspects into in-vehicle navigation and infotainment. The company values high-performing, creative individuals and emphasizes an environment of teaching and learning.

Full Stack Developer

Company: Xenith Solutions

Location: USA

Posted Nov 14, 2025

Xenith Solutions is a small family-focused business that provides superior service to Federal Civilian Defense and Intelligence organizations. They offer unmatched benefits and are seeking a Full Stack Developer with agile methodology experience to join their team in support of a Customs and Border Protection contract.

Signing & Funding Coordinator

Company: Hometap

Location: USA

Posted Nov 14, 2025

Hometaps is seeking an experienced Signing & Funding Coordinator to streamline investment closing operations while maintaining strong customer service. The role involves collaborating with various teams, building relationships with vendors, scheduling signing appointments, monitoring closings, and identifying process improvements. The ideal candidate has 1+ years of experience in a related role, a strong commitment to customer service, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure.

Service Strategy & Design Engineer

Company: Gametime United

Location: USA

Posted Nov 14, 2025

The Fan Ops Service Strategy & Design Engineer will design and enhance systems to support Gametime fans, focusing on chatbots, self-service tools, and automated voice deflection. They will collaborate with various teams to ensure frictionless, efficient, and empathetic fan experiences while leveraging AWS, Amazon Connect, Kustomer, and frontend/backend development.

Cloud Engineer (Migration Specialist)

Company: Atmosera

Location: USA

Posted Nov 14, 2025

Atmosera is a Microsoft Partner that empowers businesses with modern technology and human expertise. They offer exceptional experience across various domains and enable organizations to accelerate innovation, enhance security, and optimize operational agility. Atmosera is seeking a highly skilled Cloud Engineer Migration Specialist to lead an Azure tenant-to-tenant migration.

Conversational AI Designer

Company: TTEC Digital

Location: UK

Posted Nov 14, 2025

TTEC Digital is a company that focuses on coaching clients to ensure their employees feel valued and supported, as they believe exceptional customer experiences begin with empowered employees. They are a Google Cloud Contact Center AI launch partner, delivering AI-powered solutions that transform service and support across voice and digital channels. TTEC Digital is seeking a Conversational AI Designer to design and develop conversational AI solutions using Google CCAI, interface with clients, create sample dialogs and prototypes, and apply concepts related to NLP, sentiment analysis, intent classification, and more.

Lead – Data Engineer I

Company: Ollion

Location: India

Posted Nov 14, 2025

Ollion is a company that connects businesses and capabilities globally to help organizations make the most of their transformation while maintaining independence. They focus on innovation, risk-taking, and making a difference. Ollion offers a collaborative work environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for learning and growth.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for entry‑level, mid‑level, and senior Excepted Service positions?
Entry‑level: $55k‑$80k. Mid‑level: $80k‑$110k. Senior: $110k‑$150k, with top specialists reaching $170k+ depending on agency and technical specialty.
What skills and certifications are most valued for Excepted Service roles?
Strong programming in Python or R, SQL database management, GIS expertise with ArcGIS Pro, cloud skills in AWS or Azure, and certifications such as CISSP, CISM, PMP, or GIS Professional (GISP).
Are Excepted Service positions available for remote work?
Many agencies now offer hybrid or fully remote arrangements, especially for data‑centric roles. Agencies like NIH and NASA allow remote work for analytical positions, but security‑sensitive roles may require on‑site presence.
What career progression paths exist within Excepted Service positions?
Typical ladder moves from Analyst → Senior Analyst → Lead → Manager → Director. Research tracks progress from Research Associate → Senior Scientist → Principal Scientist, with opportunities for cross‑agency transfers and leadership roles.
What industry trends are shaping the future of Excepted Service roles?
Growth in AI/ML, quantum computing, cyber resilience, and green‑energy research drives demand. Agencies are investing in data‑driven decision making and securing critical infrastructure, creating new roles in predictive analytics, cyber‑security, and sustainable technology.

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