Data Engineering Systems Engineering Scientist

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 104,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

The Space and Geophysics Laboratory at The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Data Engineering Systems Engineering Scientist to join a team delivering GNSS data processing and storage capabilities for government sponsors.

You will elicit requirements, translate them into system designs, guide architectural decomposition, and work with engineers and researchers from an array of disciplines to implement robust data pipelines and interfaces across the life cycle.

Qualifications

• Degree in science, engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience developing systems requirements and designs.
• Ability to design, evaluate, and support large, complex systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication for diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Elicit system scope and requirements for data acquisition, processing, and retention.
• Develop system designs including data models, pipelines, storage, interfaces.
• Document work products and present to stakeholders.
• Participate in Agile backlog management and project decomposition.
• Mentor staff and collaborate across a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Systems engineering

Data engineering

Technical communication

Independent and collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's degree in science, applied science, or engineering

Tools

C++

Python

Structurizr

Jira

Job description

• Possible interstate/intrastate travel

Job Posting Title: Data Engineering Systems Engineering Scientist

Hiring Department: Applied Research Laboratories

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Job Details

The Space and Geophysics Laboratory (SGL) delivers capabilities to government customers for varied applications, from real-time data-intensive network operations to standalone remote field systems. These systems ingest, process, and archive large volumes of GNSS observation and navigation data.

We are seeking a systems engineer with data engineering expertise to join a growing team of engineers and scientists developing new capabilities for government sponsors and partners, in support of global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) such as GPS.

As a key member of a team of engineers, you will be responsible for eliciting systems scope from stakeholders, guiding the development of requirements, translating requirements into systems designs, guiding the decomposition of those systems into components of actionable units of work, and advising all stakeholders throughout the life-cycle, from systems definition to implementation.

Responsibilities

• Elicit systems scope and requirements from stakeholders for use in systems designs, with emphasis on data acquisition, processing, and retention
• Develop and evaluate systems design, including data models, pipelines, storage, components, interactions, and interfaces
• Communicate work process, products, and results, including documentation, written reports, and briefs presented to stakeholders
• Participate in Agile process, backlog management, and project decomposition into components and actionable units of work
• Coordinate with and provide support to stakeholders throughout the life-cycle of the systems definition, design, implementation, integration, and deployment
• Perform engineering estimates, guide project schedules, and identify dependencies
• Conduct engineering evaluations, such as trade studies, reliability analysis, functional analysis, and risk analysis assessments
• Mentoring of staff including junior engineering staff, technicians, and students
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher, in science, applied science, or engineering.
• Three years of relevant professional work experience developing systems requirements and systems designs
• Demonstrated ability to design, develop, evaluate, and support the development of large and complex systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including demonstrated ability to communicate technical detail to staff and stakeholders of varying backgrounds and experiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, with a strong commitment to contribution and enabling the entire team.

US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-graduate degree in systems engineering, engineering management, engineering mechanics, operations research, industrial engineering, or related field
• Five years of relevant professional work experience developing systems requirements and systems designs
• Immediate or previous eligibility to classified information
• Relevant professional work experience designing and operating data pipelines for high-volume, real-time or near-real-time data streams
• Experience with data engineering technologies such as streaming/messaging systems (e.g. Pulsar), batch and stream processing frameworks, relational and time-series databases, and object storage
• Experience with the design of data acquisition and ingestion architectures, including TCP/IP networking
• Work experience specific to GNSS observation and navigation data
• Demonstrated experience participating in an Agile project management using Jira or similar Agile management tools
• Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools and techniques (experience with Structurizr is a plus)
• Demonstrated experience in software development using C++/Python
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0

General Notes

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

Visit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.

Competitive Benefits Package

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays

Salary Range

$104,000-$174,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• Some weekend, evening and holiday work
• Possible interstate/intrastate travel

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest
• Unofficial college transcripts

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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Compliance

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