Software Developer 4

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Relocation packages

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking an experienced software engineer to design, implement, and integrate complex software solutions. You will work with customers, product owners and end users to understand business needs and deliver robust systems.

Lead others, mentor, and drive Agile practices and DevSecOps while advancing data integration across enterprise platforms, including BI tools like Power BI and MicroStrategy, ensuring security and compliance.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of modern software development methodologies, tools and processes.
• Expert knowledge of programming languages, database design, security strategies and integration.
• Expert knowledge of automation and DevSecOps strategies.
• Expert knowledge of hardware/software integration and testing.
• Strong track record with customer partnerships and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Devises logic procedures and coding to meet functional requirements.
• Designs and implements data migration and system integration strategies.
• Leads teams, mentors others, and coordinates project activities.
• Gathers requirements and performs risk management for computing infrastructure.
• Promotes safe, inclusive, and compliant work practices.

Skills

Agile frameworks

Programming languages

Automation

DevSecOps

System integration

Leadership & mentorship

Process improvement

Customer collaboration

DS/EDLC concepts

API integrations

Education

Bachelor's Degree, 12+ years

Tools

MicroStrategy

SSRS

Power BI

SAP Business Objects

Executive Dashboards

P6

COBRA

Data Warehousing

Job description

What You Will Do

Supports software applications and systems by investigating, designing, documenting and implementing software solutions. Works with customers, product owners and end users to understand business needs. Develops concepts for information system solutions and evaluates the cost effectiveness of those concepts. Works collaboratively as part of a team, providing leadership and mentorship for others. Functions as a servant leader empowering other team members. Fosters strong relationships with customers, peers and service providers. Identifies and addresses productivity impediments and promotes work process improvements.

Has broad expertise or unique knowledge. Uses skills to contribute to the development of solutions that achieve goals in creative and effective ways. Develops and/or implements advanced concepts, techniques, and standards. Considered an expert in the field. Works on significant, unique or complex issues, providing innovative solutions. Has impact on success of future concepts, products or technologies. Works under consultative direction toward predetermined long-range targets. Assignments are often self-initiated and virtually self-supervisory. Provides technical direction and/or coordinates activities of other personnel. Uses independent judgment for determining course of action to accomplish objectives. Uses wide latitude in the methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

Job Duties

• Safety and security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees. Assures safety and security compliance, maintains required safety and security training, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.
• Works collaboratively as part of a team, providing leadership and mentorship for others.
• Identifies and addresses productivity impediments and promotes work process improvements.
• Devises logic procedures, flowcharts, and coding to design, develop, analyze, modify, test, debug and evaluates software to meet functional requirements for functional areas.
• Designs and implements data migration and system integration strategies.
• Designs and implements automation strategies to improve efficiency and quality
• Arranges, prepares and conducts meetings, workshops and presentations as required.
• Provides training and support to end users.
• Researches, assembles, and/or evaluates information or data regarding industry practices or applicable regulatory changes affecting information system policies or programs; recommends changes in development, maintenance, and system standards.
• Utilizes formal Agile and Scrum project management methodologies; gathers customer requirements; performs risk management functions; performs capacity and availability planning for computing infrastructure; performs effective communication both, verbal and written, at all levels.
• Fosters a mutually respectful and inclusive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.

What You Need

• Expert knowledge and experience with modern software development methodologies, tools and processes, including agile frameworks, tools and techniques
• Expert knowledge and experience with programming languages, database design, security strategies and component integration
• Expert knowledge and experience with automation and strategies for achieving DevSecOps
• Expert knowledge of hardware and software integration and testing.
• Demonstrated history of successful customer partnerships.
• Demonstrated history of fostering a teaming environment, and providing effective leadership and mentorship for team members
• Demonstrated history in driving process improvement.
• Ability to translate technical terms to layperson's terms and present them to non-technical audiences.
• Skill in working closely with customers and suppliers to define expectations and mutual responsibilities.
• Expert Knowledge in Software Development Lifecycle, Agile Development Methodology.
• Experience with enterprise systems integration and deployments, including API integrations.
• Advanced knowledge of BI and Analytic technologies: MicroStrategy, SSRS, Power BI, SAP Business Objects, Executive Dashboards.
• Advanced knowledge of LANL Project Management Information Systems Portfolio (P6, COBRA, PIF, Data Warehousing etc.).

Education:

Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and 12 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level, post graduate course work may be expected.

Work Location:

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM USA. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Position commitment:

Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 2 years.

Note to Applicants:

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q

Position will be cleared to this level. Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance, and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

• Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test:

The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular position:

Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants:

Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Incentive Compensation Program:

Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, September 30th. The annual distribution is prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position.

Equal Opportunity:

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail] or call (505)-664-6947.