Software Engineer

Penn State University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 86,300 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Robust retirement plans

Substantial paid time off

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join their AI for Visual Analytics Team. The role involves designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software applications for government customers. Located in State College, PA or Key West, FL, the ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with various technical tools and languages. A Secret Security Clearance is required. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience for Advanced Professional role.
• 2+ years of relevant experience for Intermediate Professional role.
• Active Secret Security Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, debug, modify, document, and maintain software applications.
• Assist with the integration of new and existing software features.
• Analyze and translate business process requirements.

Skills

Proficiency with Windows Server

Proficiency with Red Hat Linux

Proficiency with SELinux systems

Java

SQL

JavaScript

HTML

CSS

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science

Job description

# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please to complete the. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete .### **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see .**### **POSITION SPECIFICS**We are searching for an experienced, detail-oriented, and customer service focused Software Engineer to join our AI for Visual Analytics (AIVA) Team at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. This position involves the design, development, testing, deployment and maintenance of a variety of software programs in support of our government customers. This position will be on site in **State College, PA** or **Key West, FL**ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.**You will:*** Design, implement, test, debug, modify, document, performance tune and maintain software applications* Assist with the integration of new and existing software features into existing workflows* Analyze and translate business process requirements into technical solutions* Ensure compliance with standards and requirements; monitor threats, alerts, and security vulnerabilities**Required skills/experience areas include:*** Proficiency with Windows Server, Red Hat Linux, and SELinux systems* Java, SQL, JavaScript, HTML and CSS* Strong analytical skills to achieve results when diagnosing and resolving technical issues* Success in environments where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effective* Active Secret Security Clearance**Preferred skills/experience areas include:*** Prior US Government related work* A degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering* Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Top Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if requiredYour working location will be fully on-site, located in **State College, PA** or **Key West, FL.** **MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS**If filled as Research and Development Engineer - Advanced Professional, this position requires:Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science5+ years of relevant experienceRequired Certifications:NoneIf filled as Research and Development Engineer - Intermediate Professional, this position requires:Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science2+ years of relevant experienceRequired Certifications:None### ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC). **FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our website at****.** **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.### All positions at ARL require candidates to possess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. **SALARY & BENEFITS**The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $86,300.00 - $164,000.00.\*\*THE PROPOSED SALARY RANGE MAY BE IMPACTED BY GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENTIAL\*\* - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our .**CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review .**EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please to complete the Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.