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R&D Software Engineering Scientist Associate

The University of Texas at Austin
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Aug 2025
💰 $120,000/yr($88,500/yr$120,000/yr)

About the role

Job Posting Title:

R&D Software Engineering Scientist Associate

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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 production and R&D sonar and security system software in the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL) of Applied Research Laboratories.

Responsibilities

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

  • 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.

  • Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree Computer Science or other related field

  • A strong proficiency in Python, Git, and Bash scripting .

  • Extensive experience with Linux terminal and Desktop.

  • Extensive experience with data visualization using python tools such as matplotlib.

  • Demonstrated ability to follow coding standards and testing standards as well as the ability to define and document complex software applications.

  • Ability to examine the details of complex algorithms

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

  • Two or more years of Linux Development.

  • Angular Frontend Web Experience.

  • C++ and CMake Experience in a RHEL environment.

  • Experience working with Virtual Machines and Containers.

  • Remote Server management running Linux maintaining Git DevOps Pipelines.

  • Full Stack Web App Experience.

  • Immediate eligibility for access to classified information.

  • 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 (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

$88,500-$120,000+/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

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