R&D C++ Software Developer

The Space and Geophysics Laboratory (SGL) delivers multi-platform software suites to government customers for multiple and varied applications, from real-time data-intensive network operations to standalone remote field systems, in both Linux and Windows environments. We are seeking a developer with a solid understanding of object-oriented design, databases, and data structures to join our team. As a member of the team you will be designing, implementing and maintaining software using C++.

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  Provide detailed software design in a team environment

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  Perform implementation from detailed design

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  Perform unit, regression, and integration testing as appropriate

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  Create/maintain application documentation

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  Other related functions as assigned

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or other applied science.

• Three or more years of experience as a C++ developer in a Linux environment.

• Experience with Python and the Numpy / Scipy stacks.

• Thorough understanding of object-oriented programming concepts.

• Ability to debug software at all stages of development life cycle.

• Experience in Object-Oriented design and multi-threaded programming.

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.

• Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Math, or Physics

• Eight or more years professional experience as a software developer

• Experience with database application development

• Eight or more years developing C++ applications

• Demonstrated experience with object-oriented design and methodologies

• Experience with cloud services (AWS)

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0.

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

$104,000-$174,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications.

• 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

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

• Unofficial college transcript

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

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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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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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