Senior Software Engineer - Telescope & Instrument Systems

Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy; Hawaii; On-site; USD 125,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plan contributions

Competitive salary

Attractive work environment

Job summary

The Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy seeks a Senior Software Engineer for the NSF Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope in Hawaii. You will design and develop high-level software systems and lead engineering efforts, contributing to groundbreaking solar research.

Applicants should have 10+ years of experience, particularly with Java, and familiarity with multi-threaded systems. The position offers a competitive salary and an excellent work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software development experience.
• 5+ years of experience with Java (including Swing).
• At least 1 year of Python experience.
• Experience with databases like PostgreSQL.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-level software systems.
• Lead complex engineering efforts.
• Provide software support for operations as needed.
• Maintain documentation for systems.

Skills

Java (including Swing)

Multi-threaded systems

Python

Linux-based environments

Problem-solving skills

PostgreSQL

Agile development practices

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP)

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

The Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy seeks a Senior Software Engineer for the NSF Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope in Hawaii. You will design and develop high-level software systems and lead engineering efforts, contributing to groundbreaking solar research.

Applicants should have 10+ years of experience, particularly with Java, and familiarity with multi-threaded systems. The position offers a competitive salary and an excellent work environment.