Infrastructure Software Engineer, Pestilli Lab

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pestilli Lab in the Department of Psychology at The University of Texas at Austin is seeking an Infrastructure Software Engineer. This one-year fixed-term role focuses on developing standards and technology for managing, processing, and sharing brain and health data.

Start date is immediate; 40 hours/week at UT Main Campus with salary around $70,000+ depending on qualifications. The position emphasizes scalable database design, cloud-based infrastructure, containerization with Docker and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• At least one year of back-end software development focused on database infrastructure and cloud computing.
• Proficiency with PostgreSQL or similar relational databases, as well as NoSQL options; experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud; Docker containerization; Kubernetes orchestration; networking fundamentals; programming in Python or JavaScript; knowledge of data security and privacy best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable, efficient database solutions to handle large volumes of neuroscience data while ensuring data integrity, security, and accessibility.
• Build and manage cloud-based infrastructure to support storage, processing, and analysis of neuroscience data, leveraging cloud services for availability and performance.
• Containerize applications with Docker and orchestrate them using Kubernetes within a cloud environment.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for database systems, code, and processes, and promote best practices for software development and data management.
• Collaborate with research teams to understand data requirements and provide technical solutions that meet their needs. Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Monitor and optimize database performance, addressing scalability, latency, and data retrieval issues.

Skills

Python

JavaScript

Data security

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

PostgreSQL

NoSQL

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Infrastructure Software Engineer – Pestilli Lab

Department: Psychology

Hours: 40 hours per week (expected to continue until Aug 31, 2027)

Location: UT Main Campus

Start Date: Immediately

Salary: $70,000+ depending on qualifications

Job Overview

The Pestilli Lab in the Department of Psychology collaborates with scientists and developers across the globe. This one‑year fixed‑term position focuses on developing standards and technology for the management, processing, analysis, and sharing of brain and health data. The role aims to advance neuroscientific discovery and education through data‑science applications and innovative technology.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable, efficient database solutions to handle large volumes of neuroscience data while ensuring data integrity, security, and accessibility.
• Build and manage cloud‑based infrastructure to support storage, processing, and analysis of neuroscience data, leveraging cloud services for availability and performance.
• Containerize applications with Docker and orchestrate them using Kubernetes within a cloud environment.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for database systems, code, and processes, and promote best practices for software development and data management.
• Collaborate with research teams to understand data requirements and provide technical solutions that meet their needs. Communicate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Monitor and optimize database performance, addressing scalability, latency, and data retrieval issues.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees or equivalent experience are a plus.
• Experience: At least one year of back‑end software development focused on database infrastructure and cloud computing.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with PostgreSQL or similar relational databases, as well as NoSQL options; experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud; Docker containerization; Kubernetes orchestration; networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, HTTP, firewall); programming in Python or JavaScript; knowledge of data security and privacy best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least three years of back‑end software development focused on database infrastructure and cloud computing.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities; detail‑oriented with commitment to high quality.

Working Conditions

• Standard office environment.
• Repetitive keyboard use at a workstation.
• Manual dexterity required.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• Three work references (at least one supervisor)
• Letter of interest

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. It 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

Failure to disclose pay or discuss employee compensation is prohibited. Employees with access to compensation information of other employees or applicants must not disclose such information unless required by a formal complaint, investigation, or consistent with legal duty.

Employment Eligibility Verification

Successful candidates must complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form within three days of employment, presenting acceptable original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States.

E‑Verify

• E‑Verify Poster (English and Spanish) – PDF
• Right to Work Poster (English) – PDF
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) – PDF

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If a position is identified as a campus security authority under the Clery Act, notice and resources are provided. All prospective employees are notified of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report available at the university compliance office.