Job Description
What You Will Do The Non-Destructive Assay and Vault Operations (NDA-VO) group is seeking a skilled and innovative Software Developer to support the development, configuration, and maintenance of NDA-VO applications.
The NDA-VO group at Los Alamos National Laboratory performs various types of non-destructive assay (NDA) testing in both laboratory and in-situ settings. NDA-VO is also responsible for safe and compliant long-term storage of nuclear material.
This position will support and enhance NDA-VO applications, including in-house software applications, to ensure system reliability, performance, and consistent user experience. Responsibilities include assisting with the installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of NDA-VO systems and their integrations, as well as collaborating with senior NDA-VO staff to design, develop, and implement software solutions. This role involves configuring in-house software applications and maintaining templates and reports, along with developing and supporting those applications, automation scripts, workflows, and system integrations. The position also involves software testing, debugging, and the maintenance of technical documentation, while ensuring all development activities adhere to LANL safety, security, and quality requirements.
In addition, this role provides technical leadership for the design, implementation, and deployment of advanced NDA-VO integrations. The position may lead system upgrades, automation efforts, and process improvement initiatives to enhance overall efficiency and reliability.
Responsibilities include optimizing system performance and troubleshooting complex issues across multiple environments, presenting technical recommendations, findings, and solution strategies to management and key stakeholders, and collaborating with DOE partners and LANL divisions on cross-organizational software initiatives.
What You Need Minimum Job Requirements: - Proficiency in C# and C++ in application software and systems development.
- Experience with C# for GUI development, application logic, or scientific tool integration.
- Database expertise, including SQL and distributed database architecture design and implementation.
- Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC), including design, development, testing, debugging, and deployment.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
- Strong communication skills for interacting with engineers, scientists, and IT professionals.
Education/Experience : Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and 8 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level, post graduate coursework may be desirable.
Desired Qualifications: - Degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science is preferred.
- Experience with Agile methodologies and working knowledge of web technologies, including HTML, XML, and scripting languages such as PowerShell and Python.
- Familiarity with Windows operating systems, including configuration and administration tasks.
- Experience with software development for instrument control.
- Scripting and data analysis skills with Python.
- Experience leading system upgrades, automation initiatives, and process improvement efforts in enterprise environments.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot and optimize performance across multi-environment and highly integrated systems.
- Ability to present technical recommendations, findings, and solution strategies to management and key stakeholders.
- Experience collaborating with cross-organizational partners, including DOE stakeholders and LANL divisions.
- Experience with object-oriented programming, design patterns, and software architecture principles.
- Software version control (Git/SVN or others).
- Record of delivering production-ready scientific or data-intensive applications a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to install, configure, and troubleshoot enterprise-scale software applications (i.e. Maestro, INCC, SNAP, Program Isotopic, and in-house software applications).
- Strong understanding of relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL).
- Frontend development experience using modern frameworks, particularly WPF for end-user client applications.
- Demonstrated experience developing Windows-based application software using C# and/or C++.
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Visual Studio, the .NET framework, and modern software version control tools (e.g., SVN, Git).
- Interest in contributing to U.S. national security and understanding the science and engineering processes supporting WMT's mission.
- Ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external partners, including DOE organizations.
- Active DOE Q-Clearance
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants: Applications must include a detailed cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum job requirements and any desired qualifications. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China - including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau - as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory. Where You Will Work Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test : The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Relocation, Flexible hours