R&D Software Developer (Engineering Scientist)

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

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin's Environmental Sciences Laboratory seeks an R&D Software Developer (Engineering Scientist) to support applied research in signal processing, beamforming, and spectral analysis for defense-related applications. You will lead full software life cycles from design to deployment on the Pickle Research Campus.

Required are strong Python/MATLAB skills, a solid academic background in science or engineering, and ability to work both independently and within a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the natural or engineering sciences including computer science, electrical engineering, or related discipline.
• Three+ years of experience developing applications in Python, MATLAB, or other similar programming languages.
• Experience leading technical software development efforts.

Responsibilities

• Design software according to project specific requirements.
• Write flexible and maintainable software according to software design.
• Test software to ensure that it meets design and project requirements.
• Prepare technical documentation and presentations; present analysis results at meetings.
• Review peer developed software to improve other designs and implementations.

Skills

Python programming

MATLAB programming

Software debugging

Team collaboration

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural or engineering sciences including computer science or related discipline

Master's degree in related discipline

Ph.D. in related discipline

Tools

UNIX/Linux

MATLAB MEX objects

MPI/OpenMP

Perl/Shell scripting

Version control systems

GUI development (QT, GTK)

Job description

Job Posting Title:

R&D Software Developer (Engineering Scientist)

R&D Software Developer (Engineering Scientist)

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 Environmental Sciences Laboratory (ESL) delivers capabilities to government customers for multiple applications, from on-site real-time data-intensive underwater acoustic signal processing to standalone remote field systems.

ESL is seeking a motivated individual to support applied research and development programs through algorithm development and implementation with a focus on signal processing, array processing, beamforming, and spectral analysis in defense-related applications. As a member of a team of engineers, you will be responsible for the full life-cycle software development; design, implementation, test, documentation, deployment, and sustainment of developed software.

Responsibilities

• Designing software according to project specific requirements.
• Writing flexible and maintainable software according to software design.
• Testing software to ensure that it meets design and project requirements.
• Prepare technical documentation and technical presentations. Presentation of analysis results at internal and external working group meetings.
• Review peer developed software to improve other developer’s designs and implementations and contribute to continuous improvement of development practices.
• Deploy and support software outside of ARL.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the natural or engineering sciences including computer science, electrical engineering, or related discipline.
• Three or more years of experience developing applications in Python, MATLAB, or other similar programming languages.
• One or more years of experience developing applications in Python and MATLAB in both Windows and a UNIX/Linux environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, with a strong commitment to contribution and enabling the entire team.
• Ability to debug software at all stages of development life cycle.
• Experience leading technical software development efforts.

Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, be willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized and capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks and managing their time. The position will require: attention to detail, effective problem-solving skills, sound engineering judgment, ability to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, ability to maintain a professional demeanor and work as a team member without daily supervision, and effectively communicate with various groups of clients; ability to work under pressure and accept supervision; 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

• Master’s degree or Ph. D. in the natural or engineering sciences including computer science, electrical engineering, or related discipline.
• Five or more years of application development and deployment using Python in a Linux environment.
• Experience with signal processing algorithms.
• Experience with Machine Learning (ML).
• Experience with MATLAB.
• Experience with MATLAB MEX objects.
• Experience with scripting languages (Perl, shell).
• Demonstrated knowledge in any of the following: parallel computing (MPI, OpenMP, POSIX threads), scientific file formats (HDF5, NetCDF), XML, GUI development (QT, GTK, Glade), version control systems, defect tracking systems.
• Current or recent eligibility for access to classified information.
• Experience working in an applied research environment.
• Proven ability to work independently, formulate research plans, take initiative, and mentor other staff.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater.

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.

Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.

Visit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

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

Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website to learn more about the total benefits offered.

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
• Possible 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 transcripts

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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.