Full Stack Developer

UT-Battelle; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Retirement plan

Flexible work hours

Job summary

UT-Battelle's Oak Ridge National Laboratory invites a seasoned Full Stack Developer to build internal tools for the ARM Data Center. The role sits in the Earth Science Database Engineering and Informatics Group and focuses on delivering robust, scalable web applications within a one-year term.

Candidates should have at least five years in professional software development, strong JavaScript, Python and SQL skills, and experience with FastAPI and modern frontend frameworks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a professional software development environment.
• Proficient in the following programming languages: JavaScript, Python, SQL.
• Experience with Backend Frameworks such as FastAPI
• Frontend Frameworks such as Angular, React, or Vue
• State Management systems (e.g. Pinia)
• Relational databases, specifically PostgreSQL

Responsibilities

• Independently develop web-based software applications.
• Ability to understand and develop the required functionality provided by requirements and mocks.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with core values.

Skills

JavaScript

Python

SQL

Tools

FastAPI

Angular

React

Vue

Pinia

PostgreSQL

Job description

Overview

The Atmospheric Radiation Measurement Program’s Data Center is seeking a Full Stack Developer who will focus on internal tools related to ARM triennial deliverables for a one-year term. This position resides in the Earth Science Database Engineering and Informatics Group in the Earth System Informatics Section, Environmental Science Division, Biological and Environmental Systems Sciences Directorate, at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

Major Duties/Responsibilities

• Independently develop web-based software applications.
• Ability to understand and develop the required functionality provided by requirements and mocks.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a professional software development environment
• Proficient in the following programming languages: JavaScript, Python, SQL
• Experience with:
  • Backend Frameworks such as FastAPI
  • Frontend Frameworks such as Angular, React, or Vue
  • State Management systems (e.g. Pinia)
  • Relational databases, specifically PostgreSQL

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced with Vuetify UI library, TypeScript, and GraphQL
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

Special Requirements

• Visa sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility Requirements: For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required. Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

About ORNL

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

Other benefits include the following:

• Prescription Drug Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Contributory Pension Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Generous Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Educational Assistance
• Relocation Assistance
• Employee Discounts

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.