Software Design Engineering Scientist Associate

Phase2 Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 88,500 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin's Applied Research Laboratories on the Pickle Research Campus is seeking a Software Design Engineering Scientist Associate to design, develop, test, document, and maintain production and R&D software for data collection, signal processing, mapping, and navigation.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE or related field, strong OO design and coding/testing standards adherence, US citizenship for access to certain project materials, and the ability

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE or related field.
• Ability to define and document complex software using OO data structures.
• Ability to follow coding and testing standards.
• U.S. Citizen; eligible for security clearance as required.
• Strong organization, planning, time management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software applications for data collection, signal processing, mapping, and navigation.
• Maintain and test new and legacy code.
• Create supporting documentation for software and systems.
• Participate in data collection, management, and analysis.
• Travel to domestic offsite test events 2-4 times per year.
• Perform other related functions as assigned.

Skills

Object-oriented design

Coding standards

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Independent work

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or related field

Tools

Git

AWS

Azure

Web application development

Job description

Software Design Engineering Scientist Associate

Hiring Department: Applied Research Laboratories

Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Purpose: Design, develop, test, document, and maintain production and R&D software used in data collection, signal processing, mapping, and navigation for the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL) at Applied Research Laboratories (ARL).

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software applications.
• Maintain and test new and legacy code.
• Create supporting documentation for software and systems.
• Participate in data collection exercises, data management, and analysis.
• Potential travel to domestic offsite test events, 2-4 times per year.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or other related field.
• Demonstrated ability to define and document complex software applications using object‑oriented data structures.
• Demonstrated ability to follow coding standards and testing standards.
• US Citizen; subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at level appropriate to project requirements of the position.
• Dynamic skill set, organization, planning, time management, attention to detail, problem solving, engineering judgment, communication skills, ability to work independently and as team member, multitasking, and ability to work under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Desire to research and develop products using new and innovative software technologies.
• Experience with unit testing, version control, and documenting development of software.
• Experience or knowledge in C#, Python, JavaScript, C/C++, Java, web application development, Git, cloud computing (AWS or Azure).
• Graphic design and/or UX design experience.
• Previous work experience in professional or research-oriented software development.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 with at least a 3.2 in relevant coursework.

Benefits

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

Salary Range

$88,500-$120,000+/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.
• Electrical & mechanical hazards.
• Possible interstate/intrastate travel.

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.