NSW Software Engineering Scientist Associate

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 89,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin's NSW Software Engineering Scientist Associate works with the Advanced Technology Laboratory's Special Warfare Division to develop software for undersea sensor systems on Naval platforms. You will design new features, maintain existing code, and collaborate across teams to meet performance and reliability goals.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/SE, strong C++ and Python skills, solid Linux experience, and a disciplined approach to testing, debugging,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience with C++.
• Demonstrated experience with Python.
• Thorough understanding of object-oriented programming concepts, data structures, and algorithm performance analysis.
• Familiarity with the software development lifecycle.
• Familiarity with Linux as a primary desktop.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and collaborate with team members to design and develop new software features and maintain existing software solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and ensure development best practices are followed to adhere to coding standards and performance requirements.
• Prioritize testing throughout the software development lifecycle to identify and resolve issues.
• Document software solutions, support procedures, and troubleshooting guides to foster knowledge sharing across all teams.
• Support travel activities associated with system acceptance testing in the field.
• Troubleshoot hardware interactions and debug issues identified during system integration activities in support of on-time delivery.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Skills

C++

Python

OOP concepts

Data structures/algorithms

Linux

Debugging tools

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Education

BSc in CS/CE/SE

Tools

gRPC

Pub/Sub

Shell scripting

Embedded hardware

Job description

Job Posting Title

NSW Software Engineering Scientist Associate

Hiring Department

Applied Research Laboratories

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

FLSA Status

Exempt

Earliest Start Date

Immediately

Position Duration

Expected to Continue

Location

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Job Details

Purpose

In the Advanced Technology Laboratory's (ATL) Special Warfare Division, we deliver the Navy's most advanced undersea sensing and communications technologies. The NSW Software Engineering Scientist Associate role will support software development on undersea sensor systems employed on Naval Special Warfare platforms.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and collaborate with team members to design and develop new software features and maintain existing software solutions
• Participate in code reviews and ensure development best practices are followed to adhere to existing coding standards and performance requirements
• Prioritize testing throughout the software development lifecycle to help identify and resolve issues
• Document software solutions, support procedures, and troubleshooting guides to foster knowledge share across all teams
• Support of travel activities associated with system acceptance testing in the field
• Troubleshoot hardware interactions and debug issues identified during system integration activities in support of on-time delivery of the system
• Other related functions as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or other related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience with C++.
• Demonstrated experience with Python.
• Thorough understanding of object-oriented programming concepts, data structures/design patterns/algorithm performance analysis.
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle.
• Familiarity with common application debugging tools.
• Familiarity with Linux operating system as a primary desktop.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Ability to travel in support of system development and demonstration
• Willingness to accept feedback, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision, and effectively communicate with others in the lab.

Applicant must be highly organized, have excellent attention to detail, and possess sound scientific judgment. The position will require effective management of their own time with the ability to plan, coordinate, and execute multiple tasks simultaneously. Regular and punctual attendance.

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

• Two years of C++ experience.
• Experience developing multi-threaded computational software applications, and/or experience with system software tools and protocols such as gRPC.
• Experience with pub/sub messaging protocols.
• Experience with shell scripting.
• Experience integrating custom software applications with industrial embedded computational hardware.
• Experience with high-frequency SONAR or other underwater sensor systems.
• Prior military or defense system development experience.
• Immediate eligibility for access to classified information instead of.
• 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.

Salary Range

$88,500-$120,000+/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
• 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

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

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

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.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• 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 law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.