How do they match: Computer and Information Research Scientists

  • Research and Development Engineer
  • Research and Development Specialist
  • Software Development Engineer

  • Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.

  • Develop and interpret organizational goals, policies, and procedures.
  • Develop performance standards, and evaluate work in light of established standards.
  • Analyze problems to develop solutions involving computer hardware and software.
  • Maintain network hardware and software, direct network security measures, and monitor networks to ensure availability to system users.

  • Develop organizational goals or objectives.
  • Develop performance metrics or standards related to information technology.
  • Monitor the performance of computer networks.