R&D Scientific Software Developer - Scientist 1

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO or high deductible medical insurance

401(k) with 6% matching

Paid parental leave

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking software developers to enhance R&D software capabilities for national security. Candidates should possess programming experience in Python and MATLAB, as well as a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant STEM field.

Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work schedules. Come join the effort to tackle evolving national security challenges with a team dedicated to continuous learning and innovation.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience in software development.
• Eligibility for DOE Q and SCI security clearances (U.S. citizenship required).
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary scientific environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop software applications in Julia and Python.
• Create APIs and demonstrate tools on real-world applications.
• Conduct research on power system modeling and optimization.

Skills

Programming experience in Python

MATLAB

Collaborative software development

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field

Tools

Git

Kubernetes

AWS

Job description

What You Will Do

Join the best and brightest minds at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Your work will develop user‑friendly R&D software capabilities for advanced decision support and analysis on the cutting edge to solve evolving national security challenges.

• Develop software applications in Julia, Python, and other languages.
• Create APIs and demonstrate tools on real‑world applications.
• Collaborate with other laboratories on multi‑lab projects.
• Conduct research on phase‑unbalanced power system modeling, control and optimization of transmission and distribution networks under uncertainty, and resilient network design.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Programming experience in Python and MATLAB.
• Experience with collaborative software development and tools such as Git.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary scientific environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and self‑motivation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Eligibility to obtain DOE Q and SCI security clearances (U.S. citizenship required).
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and at least 2 years of related experience.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in multiple programming languages (e.g., Julia, Rust, Java, C/C++, R, JavaScript/TypeScript).
• Front‑end web or application development experience.
• High‑performance computing, cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, and AWS experience.
• API and data schema development skills.
• Background in electric power transmission, distribution, or microgrid modeling.
• Experience with mathematical optimization and control theory.
• MS in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field within the past 5 years.

Benefits

• PPO or high deductible medical insurance with a large nationwide network.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Basic life and disability insurance.
• Paid childbirth and parental leave.
• 401(k) with 6% matching plus 3.5% annual increase.
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance.
• Flexible schedules and paid time off.
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs.
• Extensive relocation packages for moves outside a 50‑mile radius.

Equal Opportunity

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal‑opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or citizenship. The Laboratory is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.