R&D C++ Software Developer

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

Job summary

The Space and Geophysics Laboratory (SGL) at The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a R&D C++ Software Developer to design, implement, and maintain software in Linux and Windows environments. You will work on multi-platform software suites for government customers, focusing on object-oriented design and robust data structures.

The role requires 3+ years in C++ within Linux, experience with Python and NumPy/SciPy, and strong debugging and multithreading skills.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of C++ development in Linux.
• Experience with Python and the Numpy/Scipy stack.
• Strong understanding of OO programming concepts.
• Ability to debug across full development lifecycle.
• Experience in OO design and multi-threaded programming.

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed software design in a team environment.
• Implement from detailed design and contribute code.
• Perform unit, regression, and integration tests as appropriate.
• Create and maintain application documentation.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Skills

C++ development

Linux

Python

Numpy/Scipy

Object-oriented design

Multi-threading

Debugging

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

• Possible interstate/intrastate travel

Job Posting Title:

R&D C++ Software Developer

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:

Purpose

The Space and Geophysics Laboratory (SGL) delivers multi-platform software suites to government customers for multiple and varied applications, from real-time data-intensive network operations to standalone remote field systems, in both Linux and Windows environments. We are seeking a developer with a solid understanding of object-oriented design, databases, and data structures to join our team. As a member of the team you will be designing, implementing and maintaining software using C++.

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed software design in a team environment
• Perform implementation from detailed design
• Perform unit, regression, and integration testing as appropriate
• Create/maintain application documentation
• Other related functions as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or other applied science.
• Three or more years of experience as a C++ developer in a Linux environment.
• Experience with Python and the Numpy / Scipy stacks.
• Thorough understanding of object-oriented programming concepts.
• Ability to debug software at all stages of development life cycle.
• Experience in Object-Oriented design and multi-threaded programming.

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

• Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Math, or Physics
• Eight or more years professional experience as a software developer
• Experience with database application development
• Eight or more years developing C++ applications
• Demonstrated experience with object-oriented design and methodologies
• Experience with cloud services (AWS)
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0.

General Notes

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

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 transcript

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

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• 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) and related requirements. If this position is identified as 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.