Jobs and Careers
TH

Software Development Associate

The University of Texas at Austin
PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Feb 2026
💰 $120,000/yr($88,500/yr$120,000/yr)

About the role

Job Posting Title:

Software Development Associate

----

Hiring Department:

Applied Research Laboratories

----

Position Open To:

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

Design, develop, test, document and maintain production and R&D sonar and security system software in the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL) at Applied Research Laboratories.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop sonar software applications and scripts in a Linux environment using C/C++, Python, Bash, and CMake.

  • Create supporting documentation for software and systems.

  • Maintain and test new and legacy code.

  • Participate in data collection exercises, data management, and analysis.

  • Support the installation and testing of equipment in field locations around the world.

  • Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.

  • Demonstrate proficiency in Python, C++, Git, and SQL.

  • Experience with the Linux terminal.

  • Demonstrated ability to follow established coding and testing standards and the ability to define, document, and maintain complex software applications

Evidence of skills in the following areas: working with new technologies, being highly organized, planning and coordinating multiple tasks, effective time management, attention to detail, effective problem solving skills, using excellent judgment, working independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintaining a professional demeanor, working as a team member without daily supervision, effectively communicating with all groups of clients, working under pressure, accepting supervision and demonstrating regular/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

  • At least two years of experience with Linux development.

  • Experience with graphical user interfaces in a Linux environment.

  • Frontend web experience.

  • Familiarity with machine learning technologies.

  • Familiarity with containerization for software development and deployment.

  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 with at least a 3.2 in relevant coursework.

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.

Salary Range

$88,500 - $120,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

  • May work around standard office conditions.

  • Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.

  • Use of manual dexterity.  

  • Some weekend, evening and holiday work.

  • Electrical and mechanical hazards.

  • Intrastate/interstate 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 applicatio

Apply for this role

Generate a tailored application kit with a matched cover letter, interview prep, and CV highlights — in under 60 seconds.

Apply Now →Generate Application Kit

Free account required — sign up in 30s

Company

The University of Texas at Austin

View company profile →