Software Design Engineer Jobs in Texas

JOB POSTING TITLE:

Software Design Engineering Scientist Associate

HIRING DEPARTMENT:

Applied Research Laboratories

POSITION OPEN TO:

All Applicants

WEEKLY SCHEDULED HOURS:

40

FLSA STATUS:

Exempt

EARLIEST START DATE:

Immediately

POSITION DURATION:

Expected to Continue

LOCATION:

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

JOB DETAILS:

Purpose:

Design, develop, test, document, and maintain production and R&D software used in data collection, signal processing, mapping, and navigation for the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL) at Applied Research Laboratories (ARL).

Responsibilities:

- Design and develop software applications.
- Maintain and test new and legacy code.
- Create supporting documentation for software and systems.
- Participate in data collection exercises, data management, and analysis.
- Potential travel to domestic offsite test events, 2-4 times per year.
- Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering or other related field.
- Demonstrated ability to define and document complex software applications using object oriented data structures.
- Applicant must have a demonstrated ability to follow coding standards and testing standards.
- Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized, capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks, and managing their time. This position will require attention to detail, effective problem solving, sound engineering judgment, and good communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision, and effectively communicate with all groups of clients. Applicant must be able to work under pressure and accept supervision with regular and punctual attendance.
- US Citizen. Selected applicant is subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at level appropriate to project requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Desire to research and develop products using new and innovative software technologies.
- Experience with unit testing, version control, and documenting development of software.
- Demonstrated knowledge in some of the following: C#, Python, JavaScript, C/C++, Java, web application development, Git, cloud computing (AWS or Azure).
- Graphic design and/or UX design experience.
- Prior work experience in professional or research-oriented software development.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 with at least a 3.2 in relevant coursework.

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.

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
- Electrical & mechanical hazards
- 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 interest
- Unofficial college transcript

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

RETIREMENT PLAN ELIGIBILITY:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

BACKGROUND CHECKS:

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

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

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.

PAY TRANSPARENCY:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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.

E-VERIFY:

The University of Texas at Austin uses E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

COMPLIANCE:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.