Software Design Engineering Scientist Associate

University of Texas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 88,500 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Austin, Texas is seeking a Software Design Engineering Scientist Associate. This role entails designing and developing software for data collection and signal processing. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience with several programming languages such as C#, Python, and Java. The position offers an expected salary range of $88,500-$120,000, depends on qualifications, and requires a commitment to professional standards and effective communication. Benefits include medical coverage and retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to define and document complex software applications.
• Experience with maintaining and testing legacy code.
• Ability to follow coding and testing standards.
• Willingness to work with new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software applications.
• Create documentation for software and systems.
• Participate in data collection exercises.
• Potential travel to domestic test events.

Skills

C#

Python

JavaScript

C/C++

Java

Git

Cloud Computing

Graphic Design

UX Design

Education

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

Tools

Version Control

Unit Testing

AWS

Azure

Job description

**Job Posting Title:**Software Design Engineering Scientist Associate**----****Hiring Department:**Applied Research Laboratories**----****Position Open To:**All Applicants**----****Weekly Scheduled Hours:**40**----****FLSA Status:**Exempt**----****Earliest Start Date:**Immediately**----****Position Duration:**Expected to Continue**----****Location:**PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS**----****Job Details:**## PurposeDesign, 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.* Applicant must have a demonstrated ability to follow coding standards and testing standardsApplicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized, capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks, and managing their time. This position will require attention to detail, effective problem solving, sound engineering judgment, and good communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision, and effectively communicate with all groups of clients. Applicant must be able to work under pressure and accept supervision with regular and punctual attendance.US Citizen. Selected applicant is subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at level appropriate to project requirements of the position## 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.* Demonstrated knowledge in some of the following: C#, Python, JavaScript, C/C++, Java, web application development, Git, cloud computing (AWS or Azure).* Graphic design and/or UX design experience.* Prior work experience in professional or research-oriented software development.* Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills.* Cumulative GPA of 3.0 with at least a 3.2 in relevant coursework.## General NotesAn 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 () 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 to learn more about the total benefits offered.## 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## 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 transcript**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.----**Retirement Plan Eligibility:**The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.----**Background Checks:**A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.----**Equal Opportunity Employer:**The University of Texas at Austin, as an , 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.----**Pay Transparency:**The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.----**Employment Eligibility Verification:**If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original to prove