Optimization Developer (IBM ILOG CPLEX, C/C++) - Remote - SA

Required:Operations Research & Systems Analysis (ORSA)Operations Research (MS or PhD preferred), strong optimization foundationSolver experience: Gurobi, CPLEX, or equivalentTranslating business constraints into mathematical formulationsPython, advanced numerical computingExperience leading or mentoring applied scientistsRetail supply chain or inventory optimization domain knowledgePreferred:Store allocation / replenishment system experienceFamiliarity with agentic AI frameworksAWS data/ML stack

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As a developer for the US Census Bureau, you will design, develop, and maintain the highly complex routing and scheduling algorithms that power the Mojo field operations control system. You will architect modular, scalable optimization services capable of handling both massive batch schedules and real-time, on-demand routing. You will ensure maximum operational efficiency and data-driven accuracy for critical national survey workflows. Your Role: Optimizer Design, Development & Support Design a

ROLE: SENIOR APPLIED SCIENTIST / Data Scientist - OPERATION RESEARCH & SYSTEMS ANALYST (ORSA) OVERALL EXPERIENCE 9-10YRS+ Scope: Lead the optimization architecture: problem formulation, solver selection, constraint modeling Own the mathematical framework generating optimized allocation plans incorporating business constraints Architect multi-objective optimization balancing in-stock rates, inventory turns, and operational costs Guide the optimization team on problem decomposition and solution a