Research Computing Software Engineer

Penn State University Talent Acquisition • University Park, PA • 2h ago

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

POSITION SPECIFICS

We are seeking a Research Computing Software Engineer to join the Visualization and Decision Support Division (VDS) of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. You will work within classified research and development and cloud computing (HPC) environments to develop and maintain software solutions to support the computational and data analysis needs of the research community; design, code, test, and optimize software systems that enhance research capabilities and streamline computational workflows. The mission of VDS is to research, develop, and apply technical innovations that provide Decision Advantage to our sponsors through the use of data science, artificial intelligence, simulation, knowledge communication and virtual collaboration technologies. In this role, you will direct a team of engineers and researchers to fulfill this mission.

The position will be located in either State College, PA or Reston, VA and is not eligible for remote work.

ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

You will:

Develop, deploy, enhance, and maintain software applications and tools to support research computing needs

Implement efficient algorithms and data structures to handle large datasets and complex computations

Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code using modern programming languages

Integrate software solutions with existing research computing infrastructure, including cloud platforms

Collaborate with other engineers and researchers to ensure seamless integration and functionality of software tools within the research environment

Analyze and optimize the performance of software applications, ensuring they meet the high demands of computational research

Identify and address performance bottlenecks, memory usage issues, and other technical challenges

Provide technical support and troubleshooting for software issues, assisting researchers in overcoming obstacles

Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for software tools, including user guides, technical specifications, and troubleshooting procedures

Stay up to date with advancements in software engineering and computational research technologies

Additional responsibilities of higher level positions include:

Propose and implement new features, improvements, and updates to enhance the functionality and usability of software tools

Lead or participate in software development projects, including planning, development, testing, and deployment phases

Manage project timelines, deliverables, and milestones to ensure successful and timely completion of software initiatives

May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

Required skills and/or experience include:

Code analysis

Cross-team collaboration

Data Analysis

Presentation Skills

Programming

Software architecture

Software development

Software testing

Technology acumen

Trend analysis

Preferred skills/experience areas include:

Active or recently active TS/SCI clearance

A Master's degree in Geography is preferred

Active or recently active TS/SCI clearance

A Master's degree in Geography is preferred

Your work location will be fully on-site located in State College, PA or Reston, VA.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

If filled as Research Computing Software Engineer - Senior Professional, this position requires:Bachelor's Degree6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications:NoneIf filled as Research Computing Software Engineer - Advanced Professional, this position requires:Bachelor's Degree3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired 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 web site at www.arl.psu.edu.

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 topossess 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 $97,100.00 - $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.

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