Job Posting Title:

Software Development Engineering Scientist

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Hiring Department:

Applied Research Laboratories

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

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Job Details:

Purpose

Design, develop, test, document, and maintain sonar tactical decision aid (TDA) and acoustic sensor performance prediction software in support of the US Navy for the Environmental Sciences Laboratory (ESL) as part of a project team in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

Design and present to decision makers new TDA features given user experience and technical need requirements to enhance the TDA and better meet complex user needs.
Write software for TDAs that help US Navy users make decisions based on predicted sonar sensor performance, given strict requirements.
Test this TDA software in isolation and as part of a larger integrated product against timing and acoustic accuracy standards.
Integrate TDA products into a larger sonar software framework, both in testbed environments and in fielded systems.
Travel to contractor and Naval integration facilities to conduct software integration, testing, and meet with relevant subject-matter experts and working groups.
Document TDA features and capabilities for end-users, as needed.
Work with and learn new third-party software and development/integration tools in a Linux environment.
Lead students/interns or small staff teams producing TDA products or prototypes.
Other related functions, as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or other applied/information sciences.
Three or more years of experience in software development.
Demonstrated ability to comprehend, define and document complex, interrelated software applications using object-oriented data structures and to follow coding and testing standards.
Demonstrated experience developing software using Java and/or Python in a UNIX/Linux environment.
Demonstrated experience developing GUIs using Java, Python or other widely available toolkits; and/or demonstrated experience with scientific computing technologies (e.g. SciPy Software Stack - NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, etc. – or Matlab).
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Applicant must be highly organized, have excellent attention to detail, and possess sound scientific judgment. The position will require effective management of their own time with the ability to plan, coordinate, and execute multiple tasks simultaneously. Regular and punctual attendance in the workplace is required.

US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in engineering and/or computer sciences.
Five or more years of application development and deployment using Java and/or Python in a Linux environment.
Demonstrated experience with container-based implementations.
Demonstrated knowledge in any of the following: Java/Python IDEs, Maven, C/C++, message-oriented protocols, Google Protobufs/gRPC, shell scripting, Git, XML, and issue tracking systems (Gitlab, Jira).
Prior work experience in research-oriented software development and/or with US Navy or DoD customers.
Demonstrated experience in Linux Systems Administration and Security+ certification.
Leadership and/or management experience in a team environment.
Current or recent eligibility for access to classified information.
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 with 3.5 in core area.

General Notes

An 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 (www.arlut.utexas.edu) 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 Human Resources (HR) website to learn more about the total benefits offered.

Salary Range

$104,000-$174,000+/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
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 transcripts

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.

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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.

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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.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, 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.

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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.

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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 documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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