Software Engineer (R&D Engineer 1/2)

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO or High Deductible medical insurance

401(k) with matching

Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

Job summary

Los Alamos National Security LLC is seeking a software engineer for the Accelerator Operations Technology group. The role involves software solutions development, enhancing system performance, and troubleshooting within a collaborative environment.

The candidate should possess strong programming skills in C, C++, and Java, with experience in scripting languages, and be familiar with Linux systems. This position is located onsite in Los Alamos, NM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering plus two years of related experience.
• Experience with debugging tools such as gdb or valgrind.
• Understanding of compiled languages such as C, C++, and Java.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and solve problems with software and hardware systems.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation.
• Work in a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Problem-solving

Programming in C, C++, Java

Scripting in Bash, Python, Tcl, Perl

Linux systems familiarity

Software troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

gdb

SQL

Git

LabVIEW

Job description

What You Will Do

Accelerator Operations Technology- Instrumentation and Controls Group (AOT-IC) seeks a software engineer to develop new solutions, enhance performance, support program functionality, and champion the reliability of our systems. As a full‑time engineer you will work in a dynamic, collaborative environment and be evaluated on quality of work and integration across simultaneous projects at LANSCE. Flexible schedules and development opportunities, mentorship, and potential project leadership are available.

R&D Engineer 1 Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include analyzing and solving problems associated with software, hardware, applications, operating systems, and all other aspects of a modern production controls system environment. Assignments range between programming, scripting, troubleshooting, and system configuration, as well as providing ongoing support to other accelerator teams with a high level of service quality.

R&D Engineer 2 Responsibilities

In addition to the tasks outlined for Engineer 1, you will work on advanced software engineering tasks such as system interoperability, architecture analysis, deeper troubleshooting with advanced tools, mentoring and coaching others, and documenting and presenting results.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Develop and maintain technical documentation.
• Work as a member of a project team.
• Learn and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment.
• Availability for rotating on‑call support and after‑hours work when required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with the software‑engineering lifecycle.
• Understanding of compiled languages such as C, C++, and/or Java.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, Tcl, Tk, and/or Perl.
• Familiarity with Linux systems and tools.
• Familiarity with software troubleshooting techniques.

Additional Requirements for R&D Engineer 2

• Programming experience with compiled languages such as C, C++, and/or Java.
• High comfort level with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, Tcl/Tk, and/or Perl.
• Experience using and developing software with Linux systems.
• Experience developing within a CI/CD‑based software‑engineering process using Git.
• Understanding of software build processes, makefiles, and revision control.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting and debugging software tools and techniques.

Education and Experience

Lower level: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution related to the occupation plus two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and technical experience.

Higher level: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution plus four years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with debugging tools such as gdb or valgrind.
• Experience with SQL relational database schemas, queries, and optimization.
• Skills in web‑based application and REST‑API development.
• Understanding of instrumentation and control systems.
• Experience developing software for embedded systems.
• Experience with virtualization, hypervisors, and/or containerization.
• Linux system and network administration experience.
• Network management and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience with machine learning or adaptive algorithms.
• Programming experience with VxWorks or RTEMS.
• Programming experience with LabVIEW.
• Experience with EPICS.
• Ability to obtain a Q clearance (normally requires U.S. citizenship).

Location

Site: onsite, Los Alamos, NM.

Benefits

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with nationwide network.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Basic life and disability insurance.
• Paid childbirth and parental leave.
• 401(k) with 6 % matching plus 3.5 % annual contribution.
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance.
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays).
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs.
• Extensive relocation packages for moves outside a 50 mile radius.

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 disability. The Laboratory is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.