R&D Software Developer (Engineering Scientist Associate)

utaustin

United States

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid basic medical cover

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

Applied Research Laboratories at UT Austin seeks an R&D Software Developer (Engineering Scientist Associate) to design, implement, test, and document software for government customer projects. You will work on real-time underwater signal processing systems and remote field deployments, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in science or engineering, and strong skills in Python and MATLAB, with Linux/UNIX experience. Candidates must be U.S.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in the natural or engineering sciences including computer science, electrical engineering, or related discipline.
Experience developing applications in Python, MATLAB, or other similar programming languages in both Windows and UNIX/Linux environments.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively, independently and collaboratively, with a strong commitment to contributing to the team.
Ability to debug software at all stages of development life cycle.
Willingness to learn new technologies, be highly organized, manage multiple tasks and time; capable of handling confidential information; communicate with diverse clients.
US Citizenship required; security clearance eligibility may be needed.

Responsibilities

Design software according to project requirements.
Write flexible, maintainable software following design principles.
Test software to verify it meets requirements.
Write documentation for new and legacy software and development practices.
Review peer code to improve designs and implementations.
Deploy and support software outside ARL.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Linux/UNIX

Debugging

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural or engineering sciences

Tools

MATLAB MEX objects

Git

XML

HDF5/NetCDF

Perl/Shell scripting

Job description

Job Posting Title

R&D Software Developer (Engineering Scientist Associate)

Hiring Department

Applied Research Laboratories

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

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.

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.
Writing documentation for newly developed and legacy software as well as development practices.
Review peer developed software to improve other developer's designs and implementations.
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.
Experience developing applications in Python, MATLAB, or other similar programming languages 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.
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 all 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.
Two or more years of application development and deployment using Python in a Linux environment.
Experience with MATLAB.
Experience with signal processing algorithms.
Experience with Machine Learning (ML).
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.
Prior work experience in professional or research-oriented software development.
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.

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes: