Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from ARA
Job overview
The Web Application Developer at ARA's Algorithms, Modeling, and Assessments Division develops web-based scientific software to support computational modeling and visualization, impacting scientific research and product development.
Responsibilities and impact
The developer will create science-based web applications using REACT and Django, collaborate with cross-functional teams, participate in all development phases, and build programs to execute and review scientific models.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a bachelor's or master's in computer science, physics, or related fields with 0-4 years experience, proficiency in REACT and application development, U.S. citizenship, and willingness to learn new technologies; preferred skills include IDEs, version control, Windows/Linux OS, and DoD clearance.
Work environment and culture
ARA promotes a challenging culture valuing innovation and experimentation with employee ownership giving staff a voice in company decisions.
Company information
ARA is an employee-owned international research and engineering company founded in 1979, specializing in physical sciences solutions with over 2,316 employees across the U.S. and Canada.
Team overview
The candidate will join a collaborative team of 5 to 10 members including programmers, scientists, and mathematicians.
Job location and travel
This is a hybrid position with flexible office hours and days.
Unique job features
The role involves working on diverse scientific modeling projects with opportunities to engage in complex algorithm implementation and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Company overview
ARA, or Applied Research Associates, Inc., is a research and engineering firm specializing in providing innovative solutions in national security, infrastructure, energy, environment, and health sectors. Founded in 1979, ARA generates revenue through government and commercial contracts, offering services such as advanced modeling, simulation, software development, and systems engineering. Key historical milestones include its contributions to defense technologies and disaster response systems, establishing ARA as a trusted partner for both government agencies and private sector clients.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience with web-based application development using REACT and Django, highlighting any science or computational modeling projects to align with ARA's focus on scientific software development.
Showcase your collaboration skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams involving programmers, mathematicians, and scientists, as teamwork is central in ARA's AMA division.
Apply through multiple channels including ARA's official corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and tap into different applicant pools.
Connect with current employees in the Algorithms, Modeling, and Assessments Division on LinkedIn to learn more about the team culture and project types; start conversations with ice breakers such as asking about recent projects involving scientific modeling or commenting on ARA’s motto 'Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit'.
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