Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Jobs Hiring Now
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is hiring for 43 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in biotech & life sciences and compliance & risk, with listed salaries up to about $377,000. Migrate Mate updates Pacific Northwest National Laboratory's live openings daily. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory conducting scientific research and development in areas including energy, national security, and environmental science.
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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 43
- Top team
- Biotech & Life Sciences
- Seniority
- Mid to senior level
- Work type
- 2% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Richland
- Salary range
- $81,000–$377,000
Listed salaries for Pacific Northwest National Laboratory roles on Migrate Mate range from about $81,000 to $377,000 per year across 43 open roles, as of July 16, 2026. Some roles list hourly contract rates.
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At PNNL, our core capabilities are divided among major departments that we refer to as Directorates within the Lab, focused on a specific area of scientific research or other function, with its own leadership team and dedicated budget.
Our Science & Technology directorates include National Security, Earth and Biological Sciences, Physical and Computational Sciences, and Energy and Environment. In addition, we have an Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory, a Department of Energy, Office of Science user facility housed on the PNNL campus.
The Physical and Computational Sciences Directorate's (PCSD’s) strengths in experimental, computational, and theoretical chemistry and materials science, together with our advanced computing, applied mathematics and data science capabilities, are central to the discovery mission we embrace at PNNL. But our most important resource is our people—experts across the range of scientific disciplines who team together to take on the biggest scientific challenges of our time.
The Advanced Computing, Mathematics, and Data Division (ACMDD) focuses on basic and applied computing research encompassing artificial intelligence, applied mathematics, computing technologies, and data and computational engineering. Our scientists and engineers apply end-to-end co-design principles to advance future energy-efficient computing systems and design the next generation of algorithms to analyze, model, understand, and control the behavior of complex systems in science, energy, and national security.
Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, robust telehealth care options, several mental health benefits, free wellness coaching, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance*, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, relocation, backup childcare, legal benefits, supplemental parental bonding leave, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company-funded pension plan* and may enroll in our 401 (k) savings plan with company match*. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.
- Research Associates excluded.
**All benefits are dependent upon eligibility.
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The ideal candidate will bring creativity, curiosity, and a forward‑thinking mindset to the design of new software systems that enable cutting‑edge scientific discovery and platform innovation. This role requires a strong foundation in high‑quality software development and a deep understanding of the full software development lifecycle. The successful applicant will be comfortable taking solutions from concept and prototype all the way through production deployment.
In addition to technical excellence, this position calls for inspiring leadership. The candidate will guide teams of developers, delegate and manage tasking, track deliverables, and communicate progress effectively to leadership and stakeholders. This requires strong interpersonal skills, experience leading development teams, flexibility to operate across both agile and non‑agile environments, and the ability to translate complex technical ideas into clear, accessible information for diverse audiences. Mentoring and developing team talent will also be central to success.
Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs new and existing software systems, hardware/software interfaces, and/or applications according to industry established software engineering principals and best practices. Works collaboratively within a team to execute on the full system development lifecycle including analyzing user needs to determine technical requirements; developing technical specifications based on conceptual design and requirements; developing well-crafted and documented source code; integrating hardware using software; automating manual tasks; and consulting with the end user to prototype, configure, refine, test, and debug programs or systems to meet needs. Identifies and evaluates new technologies or methods for implementation and continuous improvement.
- PhD and 3 years of Software Engineering experience -OR-
- MS/MA and 5 years of Software Engineering experience -OR-
- BS/BA and 7 years of Software Engineering experience -OR-
- AA and 16 years of Software Engineering experience in designing, architecting, programming, deploying, and automating software solutions in support of scientific research or consumer digital product development -OR-
- HS/GED and 18 years of Software Engineering experience in designing, architecting, programming, deploying, and automating software solutions in support of scientific research or consumer digital product development
- Familiarity with ASCR sector
- Experience with both agile and non-agile software development
- Experience with managing teams of developers and custom code design
- Demonstrated code development using AI
Not Applicable
Additional Information:“Referral Eligible”
This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).
About PNNL:At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PNNL considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.
If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.
For foreign national candidates:
At PNNL, our core capabilities are divided among major departments that we refer to as Directorates within the Lab, focused on a specific area of scientific research or other function, with its own leadership team and dedicated budget.
Our Science & Technology directorates include National Security, Earth and Biological Sciences, Physical and Computational Sciences, and Energy and Environment. In addition, we have an Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory, a Department of Energy, Office of Science user facility housed on the PNNL campus.
The Physical and Computational Sciences Directorate's (PCSD’s) strengths in experimental, computational, and theoretical chemistry and materials science, together with our advanced computing, applied mathematics and data science capabilities, are central to the discovery mission we embrace at PNNL. But our most important resource is our people—experts across the range of scientific disciplines who team together to take on the biggest scientific challenges of our time.
The Advanced Computing, Mathematics, and Data Division (ACMDD) focuses on basic and applied computing research encompassing artificial intelligence, applied mathematics, computing technologies, and data and computational engineering. Our scientists and engineers apply end-to-end co-design principles to advance future energy-efficient computing systems and design the next generation of algorithms to analyze, model, understand, and control the behavior of complex systems in science, energy, and national security.
Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, robust telehealth care options, several mental health benefits, free wellness coaching, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance*, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, relocation, backup childcare, legal benefits, supplemental parental bonding leave, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company-funded pension plan* and may enroll in our 401 (k) savings plan with company match*. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.
- Research Associates excluded.
**All benefits are dependent upon eligibility.
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The ideal candidate will bring creativity, curiosity, and a forward‑thinking mindset to the design of new software systems that enable cutting‑edge scientific discovery and platform innovation. This role requires a strong foundation in high‑quality software development and a deep understanding of the full software development lifecycle. The successful applicant will be comfortable taking solutions from concept and prototype all the way through production deployment.
In addition to technical excellence, this position calls for inspiring leadership. The candidate will guide teams of developers, delegate and manage tasking, track deliverables, and communicate progress effectively to leadership and stakeholders. This requires strong interpersonal skills, experience leading development teams, flexibility to operate across both agile and non‑agile environments, and the ability to translate complex technical ideas into clear, accessible information for diverse audiences. Mentoring and developing team talent will also be central to success.
Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs new and existing software systems, hardware/software interfaces, and/or applications according to industry established software engineering principals and best practices. Works collaboratively within a team to execute on the full system development lifecycle including analyzing user needs to determine technical requirements; developing technical specifications based on conceptual design and requirements; developing well-crafted and documented source code; integrating hardware using software; automating manual tasks; and consulting with the end user to prototype, configure, refine, test, and debug programs or systems to meet needs. Identifies and evaluates new technologies or methods for implementation and continuous improvement.
- PhD and 3 years of Software Engineering experience -OR-
- MS/MA and 5 years of Software Engineering experience -OR-
- BS/BA and 7 years of Software Engineering experience -OR-
- AA and 16 years of Software Engineering experience in designing, architecting, programming, deploying, and automating software solutions in support of scientific research or consumer digital product development -OR-
- HS/GED and 18 years of Software Engineering experience in designing, architecting, programming, deploying, and automating software solutions in support of scientific research or consumer digital product development
- Familiarity with ASCR sector
- Experience with both agile and non-agile software development
- Experience with managing teams of developers and custom code design
- Demonstrated code development using AI
Not Applicable
Additional Information:“Referral Eligible”
This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).
About PNNL:At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PNNL considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.
If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.
For foreign national candidates:
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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory's 43 open roles are mid to senior level, and about 2% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are biotech & life sciences, compliance & risk, and business operations. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is a federally funded research and development center operated for the U.S. Department of Energy, with work spanning applied science, engineering, data science, nuclear detection, and operational support. Roles range from research scientists and software engineers to program directors, construction managers, and technical specialists. Most Pacific Northwest National Laboratory roles are based in Richland and Ohio.
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How many jobs is Pacific Northwest National Laboratory hiring for right now?
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is hiring for 43 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in biotech & life sciences and compliance & risk. Openings span scientific research, engineering, data science, program leadership, and operational functions, so the listing reflects a broad cross-section of the laboratory's work.
What kinds of roles does Pacific Northwest National Laboratory hire for?
The most active teams are biotech & life sciences, compliance & risk, and business operations. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory hires across research science, data science, software engineering, program development, nuclear detection, construction management, and operations. Most postings are mid to senior level, with positions ranging from technical specialists and engineers to directors and senior scientists.
Are Pacific Northwest National Laboratory jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 2% of Pacific Northwest National Laboratory's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Richland. Each Pacific Northwest National Laboratory listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory?
Find a Pacific Northwest National Laboratory role on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing through to Pacific Northwest National Laboratory's own careers portal to submit your application. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory manages its own hiring process, including application review, interviews, and offers, directly through its official site at pnnl.gov.
What do Pacific Northwest National Laboratory jobs pay?
Listed salaries for Pacific Northwest National Laboratory roles on Migrate Mate range from about $81,000 to $377,000 per year as of July 16, 2026, with most postings at mid to senior level. Some roles list hourly contract rates. Exact pay is set by Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and shown on each listing.
Does Pacific Northwest National Laboratory hire entry-level?
Most of Pacific Northwest National Laboratory's open roles on Migrate Mate are mid to senior level as of July 16, 2026. Entry-level openings are limited. Check individual Pacific Northwest National Laboratory listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is Pacific Northwest National Laboratory hiring?
Most Pacific Northwest National Laboratory roles are based in Richland and Ohio, and about 2% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.