Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
National Security
SoftwareDeveloper
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“Software Developer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. Skills: Software development, Database, Programming. Provide computer science and software development support. Develop applications supporting NIF operations”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving; Analytical skills; Troubleshoot data integrity issues; Root cause analysis; Critical thinking; Decision-making skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a US DOE Q-level security clearance, U.S. Citizenship, Pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test, Restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas, May be required to work in a Limited Area where personal and/or laboratory mobile devices are not permitted
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Ability to obtain and maintain a US DOE Q-level security clearance, U.S. Citizenship, Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field, or the equivalent combination of education and related experience, Skilled in all aspects of software project life cycle: feasibility, requirements, design, implementation, integration, test and deployment, Ability to effectively manage concurrent technical tasks with competing priorities and meet deadlines, Effective interpersonal skills necessary to interact with all levels of personnel, Ability to work independently in a multi-disciplinary team environment, Effective written and verbal communication skills to prepare, present, and document technical information
Nice to Have
Broad experience providing innovative approaches and applying new technologies to broadly defined tasks and projects, Broad experience applying effective analytical and problem-solving skills to moderately complex problems, Comprehensive analytical skills with the ability to decipher accurate requirements from customer interactions and troubleshoot data integrity issues, Proficient experience developing software applications with Oracle Application Express (APEX) and/or Python and/or JavaScript/Typescript, Broad experience with Oracle Application Express (APEX), Experience with CSS, Experience with HTML, Experience with NodeJS, Experience and knowledge of database schema design with some experience procedural SQL coding, Experience identifying data integrity issues and errors, conducting root cause analysis, implementing corrective actions, and applying problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills, Experience with container computing frameworks such as Kubernetes
What You'll Do.
Provide computer science and software development support
Develop applications supporting NIF operations
and maintain database objects
Participate in requirements definition
and optimization of computer programs
Contribute to technical projects and organizational objectives
and maintain software systems
Provide solutions to moderately complex problems
Respond to and resolve operational issues
Lead informal design reviews of application software changes and enhancements
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work on multi-disciplinary teams; Functioning as an effective team member on multi-disciplinary teams; Engage other developers frequently to share relevant knowledge, opinions, and recommendations; Work independently in a multi-disciplinary team environment
Communication Scope
Effective written and verbal communication skills to prepare, present, and document technical information
Process & Methodology
Manage concurrent technical tasks with competing priorities
Full Job Description
Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact. We have an opening for a Software Developer. You will work on multi-disciplinary teams in a dynamic environment that encourages support of the academic research community while focusing on problems of interest to LLNL and DOE programs. This position is in the National Ignition Facility Computing (NIFC) Division within the Computing Directorate. This position offers a hybrid schedule, blending in-person and virtual presence. You will have the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week. This position will be filled at either the SES.1 or SES.2 level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level. You will * Provide computer science and software development support using industry standard software development practices and modern programming languages and operating systems. * Develop a range of applications supporting NIF operations by understanding, developing, and maintaining the database objects that support it. * Participate in the requirements definition, analysis, design, implementation, debugging, testing, and optimization of computer programs in support of the National Ignition Facility. * Contribute to the fulfillment of technical projects and organizational objectives, functioning as an effective team member on multi-disciplinary teams. * Engage other developers frequently
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