Software Engineer

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University; University Park (TX); 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

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is seeking a Software Engineer for their AI for Visual Analytics Team. This is an on-site role based in either State College, PA, or Key West, FL. The successful candidate will design, develop, and maintain various software applications for government clients. Required skills include proficiency in Java, SQL, and various operating systems, along with an active Secret Security Clearance. The position offers a competitive salary range of $86,300 – $164,000 and includes benefits like a 75% tuition discount.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience required for Advanced Professional role.
• 2+ years of relevant experience required for Intermediate Professional role.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain software applications.
• Assist with software integration into workflows.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Ensure compliance with security standards.

Skills

Proficiency with Windows Server

Proficiency with Red Hat Linux

Java

SQL

JavaScript

HTML

CSS

Strong analytical skills

Active Secret Security Clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

• CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
• CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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

• 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

• 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 required

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

If filled as Research and Development Engineer – Advanced Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree – Engineering or Science, 5+ years of relevant experience, Required Certifications: None. If filled as Research and Development Engineer – Intermediate Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree – Engineering or Science, 2+ years of relevant experience, Required Certifications: None.

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. Salary structure – 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 Benefits Page.

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.