Full Stack Engineer – Network Orchestration & Automation

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 157,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Winter holiday shutdown

Parental bonding leave

Vacation and sick time

Job summary

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory invites applications for a Full Stack, Python-focused Software Engineer to join the ESnet Orchestration and Core Data team. This role supports the design, development, operation, and maintenance of mission-critical software solutions for network management and deployment automation.

You will build and maintain backend/frontend components, ensure reliability and security, and mentor teammates while collaborating with stakeholders throughout the product

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with substantial software engineering experience.
• Experience building scalable backend systems and APIs.
• Strong knowledge of Python web frameworks and data models.

Responsibilities

• Build, operate, and maintain backend/frontend components for network orchestration and web apps.
• Ensure production systems are reliable, scalable, and secure.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and support users through the product lifecycle.
• Design accessible, high-performance web interfaces using UX/UI best practices.
• Mentor teammates and coordinate assignments within the team.
• Contribute to automation, orchestration, and network operations solutions.

Skills

Python

Django

SQLAlchemy

FastAPI

GraphQL

REST APIs

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 8 years experience

Advanced degree + 6 years experience

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git/GitHub

Job description

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory’s (LBNL) Scientific Networking Division has an immediate opening for a Full Stack, Python focused Software Engineer to join Energy Sciences Network (ESnet) on the Orchestration and Core Data team. The Orchestration and Core Data team is a small, collaborative group of engineers that provide innovative network management solutions designed to orchestrate and automate service deployment, device management, and ongoing operations of the ESnet network. Remote work is an option.

In this exciting role, you will contribute to the design, development, operation, and maintenance of robust, mission-critical software solutions, providing technical guidance to peers and ensuring reliable service delivery.

You will:

• Build, operate, and maintain backend/frontend components for network orchestration, databases, and web applications.
• Ensure production systems are reliable, scalable, and secure using sound engineering practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and support users throughout the product lifecycle.
• Design and implement accessible, high-performance web interfaces using UX/UI best practices and tools like Figma.
• Leverage open-source and internal frameworks to improve network operations.
• Analyze complex problems and develop maintainable software from user stories, specifications, and designs.
• Mentor teammates, coordinate assignments, and foster a collaborative team culture.
• Contribute to automation, orchestration, and network operations solutions across projects.

We are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of related experience, or advanced degree and 6 years; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Exposure to scalable systems, interfaces, and data models.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in collaborative, interdisciplinary teams.
• Understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Familiarity with web APIs such as GraphQL, REST, and SOAP.
• Ability to deliver solutions on time and within project constraints.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desired skills/knowledge:

• Experience developing automated deployment systems or network management software.
• Familiarity with Django, SQLAlchemy, FastAPI, ReactJS/NextJS, GraphQL.
• Solid proficiency with Django, SQLAlchemy, or other Python frameworks.
• Understanding of REST and GraphQL-based API solutions.
• Proficiency in Java and the Spring framework.
• Experience with Docker or Kubernetes.
• Proficiency in frontend development in next.js, React, or other similar framework.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum, testing, source code management (Git/GitHub), and release procedures.

We’re here for the same mission, to bring science solutions to the world. Join our team and YOU will play a supporting role in our goal to address global challenges! Have a high level of impact and work for an organization associated with 17 Nobel Prizes!

We invest in our employees by offering a total rewards package you can count on:

• Exceptional health and retirement benefits , including pension or 401K-style plans
• A culture where you’ll belong - we are invested in our teams!
• In addition to accruing vacation and sick time, we also have a Winter Holiday Shutdown every year.
• Parental bonding leave (for both mothers and fathers)

Additional information:

• Application date: Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by August 20, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.
• Appointment type: This is a full-time 2-year, term appointment with the possibility of extension or conversion to Career appointment based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs.
• Salary range: The expected salary for this position is $156,864 - $191,724, which fits into the full salary of $139,440 - $235,308 depending upon the candidate’s skills, knowledge, and abilities. This includes education, certifications, and years of experience.
• Background check: This position is subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
• Work modality: Work may be performed on-site, hybrid, full-time telework. The primary location for this role is Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA. Work must be performed within the United States. A REAL ID or other acceptable form of identification is required to access Berkeley Lab sites (for more information click here ).
• Work authorization: Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. at the time of hire.

Want to learn more about working at Berkeley Lab? Please visit: careers.lbl.gov

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: The foundation of Berkeley Lab is our Stewardship Values: Team Science, Service, Trust, Innovation, and Respect; and we strive to build community with these shared values and commitments. Berkeley Lab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We heartily welcome applications from all who could contribute to the Lab's mission of leading scientific discovery, excellence, and professionalism. In support of our rich global community, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under State and Federal law.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. For additional information, click here .

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