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Job Posting Title: R&D Signal and Information Processing Software Developer (Engineering Scientist) * --- Hiring Department: Applied Research Laboratories * --- All Applicants * --- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 * --- FLSA Status: Exempt * --- * --- Position Duration: Expected to Continue * --- Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS * --- Job Details: Purpose The R&D Signal and Information Processing Software Developer will support software development and integration of real-time mid-frequency active sonar processing capabilities, including algorithm design, implementation, verification, and performance analysis, within the Signal and Information Sciences Laboratory's (SISL) Active Sonar Group. Responsibilities * Work closely with project leadership and stakeholders to identify software requirements, plan development and integration related tasking, and ensure technical execution matches design goals. * Communicate and collaborate with team members to design and develop new software features and maintain existing software solutions. * Lead software tasking and development for all software engineering phases and provide regular status updates to project leadership. Support the delivery of high-quality software by prioritizing testing and incorporating testing methodologies throughout the software development lifecycle. * Lead software integration activities by working closely with external collaborators to integrate software components into the tactical sonar systems. Troubleshoot and debug issues identified during integration activities and acceptance testing in support of on-time delivery of the system. * Participate in code reviews and ensure development best practices are followed to adhere to existing coding standards and performance requirements. Document and improve process, as needed. * Document software design and implementation, support procedures, and troubleshooting guides to foster knowledge sharing across the team. Document and address issues. * Other related functions as assigned. Required Qualifications * Master's degree in Electrical, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Physics, or other related discipline. * Three years of experience in software development. * Demonstrated proficiency with C++ software development in Linux * Thorough understanding of object-oriented programming concepts, data structures, design patterns, and algorithm performance analysis. * Thorough understanding of the software development lifecycle, testing methodologies, and utilization of common application debugging and performance profiling tools. * Experience troubleshooting complex software systems. * Experience with Linux and open-source software tools for creating, testing, and documenting code. * Experience working collaboratively in a team using modern software development practices including version control, issue tracking, and automated testing. * Familiarity with Bash or similar scripting language * Familiarity with basic signal processing concepts Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized and capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks and managing their time. The position will require attention to detail, effective problem-solving skills and excellent judgment. Ability to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision and communicate effectively. Able to work under pressure and accept feedback and supervision. Regular and punctual attendance. 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 * Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Physics, or other related discipline. * Six years of software development experience. * Demonstrated ability to document and present technical information to stakeholders. * Experience leading a software team. * Prior military or defense system development experience. * Eligibility for immediate access to classified information. * Strong background in digital signal processing concepts. * Experience with underwater acoustics or wave propagation physics. * Prior work with detection, ranging, or remote-sensing systems (sonar, radar, lidar), especially for defense applications. * Hands-on experience with mid-frequency active sonar or underwater sensor systems. * Proficiency with scientific programming and visualization tools (e.g., MATLAB, NumPy, Matplotlib) for data analysis, algorithm development, and software verification and validation. * Experience in multi-threaded software development and debugging. * Experience with distributed system development and debugging using RPC frameworks such as gRPC or CORBA. * Experience defining, interpreting, and working with custom binary data formats. * Experience optimizing software for psuedo real-time execution within a constrained computational footprint. * Experience with TCP/IP and UDP socket programming in Linux. * Experience with containerization and orchestration. * Experience with user interface design and implementation; experience with Qt. * Experience using CI/CD tools and Agile processes. * Proficiency with Python or other higher level languages to increase productivity when appropriate. * Cumulative GPA of 3.0. 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 (********************* 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. * --- 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. * --- 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. * --- Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. * --- 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. * --- 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. * --- 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. * --- 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] * --- 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.

Job Posting Title: Scientific Programmer, Hildebrand Department of Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering, Cockrell School of Engineering * --- Hiring Department: Hildebrand Department of Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering * --- All Applicants * --- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 * --- FLSA Status: Exempt * --- Earliest Start Date: Immediately * --- Position Duration: Expected to Continue * --- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS * --- Job Details: General Notes This position is part of the University of Texas Formation Evaluation Research Consortium, recognized globally as the leading academic research group in the discipline of formation evaluation. The Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin ranks among the nation's top engineering schools and is the highest-ranked program in Texas. For over a century, the school has been at the forefront of engineering education and technological innovation. It offers 11 undergraduate programs, 13 graduate programs, and is home to more than 20 research centers. The faculty includes one of the highest numbers of National Academy of Engineering members among universities in the United States. Texas Engineering has produced many accomplished leaders and developed groundbreaking solutions across various industries, including energy, space exploration, and healthcare. Located in Austin, frequently recognized as one of America's best places to live, the Cockrell School reflects the city's dynamic and creative spirit. Renowned companies, including Dell, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google, National Instruments, and others, actively recruit students from the Cockrell School, paving the way for thousands of successful careers and enabling graduates to become leaders in their respective fields. At UT Austin, we say "What starts here changes the world." As a member of the university community, you will be part of an organization that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will have meaning and make a difference not only in the lives of our faculty, staff, and students, but also those who are impacted by our first-class academic and research programs. UT Austin provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include: * Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) * Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options * Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays * Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 7.75% employer matching funds * Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b) * Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses * Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning, plus professional conference opportunities * Tuition assistance * Expansive employee discount program, including athletic tickets * Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums witha staff ID card * Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin Cap Metro buses with a staff ID card Purpose Research Engineering/ Scientist Associate V will integrate, optimize, maintain, and develop computational tools for modeling, inversion, and data integration for well logging analysis, subsurface quantification, and formation evaluation. This role bridges top-of-the-line research work, with practical applications, and tight collaboration with industry partners. This is an in-person role at our beautiful main campus, offering an engaging and dynamic environment. Responsibilities * Develop 3D visualization and computation software for (a) efficient modeling and inversion of well logs acquired along arbitrary well trajectories, (b) in-well and inter-well formation evaluation, and (c) multi-core and parallel processing algorithms. * Develop multi-well, formation-dependent, interpretation methods using fast modeling and inversion utilities for high-resolution formation evaluation along arbitrary well trajectories. * Collaborate and integrate software developments with the formation evaluation software development team, students, and industry sponsors. * Prepares proposals to potential funding sponsors and acts as a liaison between them and the research unit. * Performs other related duties as assigned Required Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree in Petrophysics, Geophysics, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field plus eight (8) years of related experience * Demonstrated programming expertise in MATLAB and/or Python (object-oriented design, numerical methods, scientific visualization) * Prior experience in scientific computing or within the subsurface resources industry * Strong desire to learn and broaden expertise across multiple areas of formation evaluation, subsurface modeling, software development, and user interface design * Excellent communicator, both in written and oral form * Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams and collaborate with people from different institutions Preferred Qualifications * Experience with compiled programming languages and their compilation tools in different environments. (C++, Fortran, ...) * Experience with parallel computing, cloud deployment, and network license managers (FlexLM, RLM, etc.). * Strong background in petrophysical principles and well logging methods (resistivity, NMR, sonic, density/neutron) * Knowledge of version control (Git), continuous integration, and collaborative software development * Exposure to open-source geoscience libraries or prior industry software development Salary Range $80,000 + depending on qualifications Working Conditions * May work around standard office conditions * Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation * Use of manual dexterity * Work in an academic research environment * Occasional weekend, overtime, and evening work to meet deadlines * Occasional travel intrastate, interstate, international Required Materials * Resume/CV * Letter of interest * 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume in the first step of the online job application process. Then, any additional Required Materials will be uploaded in the My Experience section; you can multi-select the additional files or click the Upload button for each file. 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 Jobs. Before you apply though, 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. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will need to click the Upload button multiple times in order to attach your Resume, References and any additional Required Materials noted above. * --- 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. * --- 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. * --- Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. * --- 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. * --- 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. * --- 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. * --- 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] * --- 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.

Job Posting Title: R&D Signal and Information Processing Software Developer (Engineering Scientist) ---- Hiring Department: Applied Research Laboratories ---- All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Exempt ---- Earliest Start Date: Immediately ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS ---- Job Details: Purpose The R&D Signal and Information Processing Software Developer will support software development and integration of real-time mid-frequency active sonar processing capabilities, including algorithm design, implementation, verification, and performance analysis, within the Signal and Information Sciences Laboratory's (SISL) Active Sonar Group. Responsibilities Work closely with project leadership and stakeholders to identify software requirements, plan development and integration related tasking, and ensure technical execution matches design goals. Communicate and collaborate with team members to design and develop new software features and maintain existing software solutions. Lead software tasking and development for all software engineering phases and provide regular status updates to project leadership. Support the delivery of high-quality software by prioritizing testing and incorporating testing methodologies throughout the software development lifecycle. Lead software integration activities by working closely with external collaborators to integrate software components into the tactical sonar systems. Troubleshoot and debug issues identified during integration activities and acceptance testing in support of on-time delivery of the system. Participate in code reviews and ensure development best practices are followed to adhere to existing coding standards and performance requirements. Document and improve process, as needed. Document software design and implementation, support procedures, and troubleshooting guides to foster knowledge sharing across the team. Document and address issues. Other related functions as assigned. Required Qualifications Master's degree in Electrical, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Physics, or other related discipline. Three years of experience in software development. Demonstrated proficiency with C++ software development in Linux Thorough understanding of object-oriented programming concepts, data structures, design patterns, and algorithm performance analysis. Thorough understanding of the software development lifecycle, testing methodologies, and utilization of common application debugging and performance profiling tools. Experience troubleshooting complex software systems. Experience with Linux and open-source software tools for creating, testing, and documenting code. Experience working collaboratively in a team using modern software development practices including version control, issue tracking, and automated testing. Familiarity with Bash or similar scripting language Familiarity with basic signal processing concepts Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized and capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks and managing their time. The position will require attention to detail, effective problem-solving skills and excellent judgment. Ability to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision and communicate effectively. Able to work under pressure and accept feedback and supervision. Regular and punctual attendance. 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 Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Physics, or other related discipline. Six years of software development experience. Demonstrated ability to document and present technical information to stakeholders. Experience leading a software team. Prior military or defense system development experience. Eligibility for immediate access to classified information. Strong background in digital signal processing concepts. Experience with underwater acoustics or wave propagation physics. Prior work with detection, ranging, or remote-sensing systems (sonar, radar, lidar), especially for defense applications. Hands-on experience with mid-frequency active sonar or underwater sensor systems. Proficiency with scientific programming and visualization tools (e.g., MATLAB, NumPy, Matplotlib) for data analysis, algorithm development, and software verification and validation. Experience in multi-threaded software development and debugging. Experience with distributed system development and debugging using RPC frameworks such as gRPC or CORBA. Experience defining, interpreting, and working with custom binary data formats. Experience optimizing software for psuedo real-time execution within a constrained computational footprint. Experience with TCP/IP and UDP socket programming in Linux. Experience with containerization and orchestration. Experience with user interface design and implementation; experience with Qt. Experience using CI/CD tools and Agile processes. Proficiency with Python or other higher level languages to increase productivity when appropriate. Cumulative GPA of 3.0. 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 (********************* 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. ---- 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. ---- 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. ---- Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. ---- 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. ---- 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. ---- 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. ---- 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] ---- 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.

Job Posting Title: Infrastructure Software Engineer, Pestilli Lab * --- Hiring Department: Department of Psychology * --- All Applicants * --- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 * --- FLSA Status: Exempt * --- * --- Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2025 * --- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS * --- Job Details: General Notes The Pestilli Lab in the Department of Psychology collaborates with scientists and developers across the globe. We develop standards and technology for the management and processing of brain and health data. Simplifying the way data is stored, processed, analyzed and shared can improve scientific understanding and education. The Pestilli Lab promotes progress in psychological and brain science via the democratization of scientific research, methods, data and infrastructure. We strive to advance societal good by accelerating neuroscientific discovery and education via data-science applications and innovative technology. This is a one-year position with the chance to renew yearly based on performance. Purpose Dr. Franco Pestilli in the Department of Psychology is hiring an Infrastructure Software Engineer for the Pestilli Lab. Responsibilities * Database Design & Development: Architect and implement scalable and efficient database solutions to handle large volumes of neuroscience data. Ensure data integrity, security, and accessibility. * Cloud Infrastructure: Build and manage cloud-based infrastructure to support the storage, processing, and analysis of neuroscience data. Leverage cloud services to enhance data availability and performance. * Containerization & Orchestration: Utilize Docker for containerizing applications and Kubernetes for orchestrating and managing containerized applications in a cloud environment. * Documentation & Best Practices: Maintain comprehensive documentation for database systems, code, and processes. Implement and promote best practices for software development and data management. * Collaboration: Work closely with research teams to understand their data requirements and provide technical solutions that meet their needs. Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to integrate data systems seamlessly. * Performance Optimization: Monitor and optimize database performance, addressing any issues related to scalability, latency, and data retrieval. Required Qualifications * Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees or equivalent experience in relevant areas is a plus. * Experience: At least one year of experience in back-end software development with a strong focus on database infrastructure and cloud computing. * Technical Skills: Proficiency in database management systems (e.g., PostgreSQL, NoSQL). Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Hands-on experience with Docker for containerization. Understanding of Kubernetes for container orchestration. Understanding of networking, TCP/IP, HTTP, firewall. Knowledge of programming languages such as Python and JavaScript. Familiarity with data security and best practices for privacy. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Preferred Qualifications * Experience: At least three years of experience in back-end software development with a strong focus on database infrastructure and cloud computing. * Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality work. Salary Range $70,000+ depending on qualifications Working Conditions * May work around standard office conditions * Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation * Use of manual dexterity Required Materials * Resume/CV * 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor * Letter of interest 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. * --- 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. * --- 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. * --- Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. * --- 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. * --- 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. * --- 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. * --- 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] * --- 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.