Assistant Software Engineer - Computer Modeling

at Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Work at Argonne is diverse, high-impact, and innovative. In this role, you will develop large scale modeling, simulation, and analysis platforms in the areas of energy, military, transportation and supply chains. At Argonne, you’ll apply your abilities to mission areas vital to our nation’s interest, propel advancements in science and technology, harness world-class laboratory capabilities including high-performance computing, and be part of vibrant interdisciplinary teams that include top experts.

The Modeling and Analytics group at Argonne National Laboratory is dedicated to applying decision science principles to address some of the nation’s most pressing logistical challenges. We specialize in developing computational tools for the Department of Energy (DOE), the Department of Defense (DOD), and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Our diverse team of experts work together across interdisciplinary boundaries to design and implement cutting-edge algorithms, models, and simulations that can help decision-makers understand complex systems and make informed decisions. Our group is part of Argonne’s Strategic Security Sciences Division, which researches, develops, and implements practical approaches and technical solutions to address complex and enduring threats to national and global security.

Argonne National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary science and engineering research center, where talented scientists and engineers work together to answer the biggest questions facing humanity, from how to obtain affordable clean energy to protecting ourselves and our environment. Ever since we were born out of the University of Chicago’s work on the Manhattan Project in the 1940s, our goal has been to make an impact – from the atomic to the human to the global scale.

Responsibilities include:

+ Gather requirements, design and implement software for complex modeling, simulation, and data analysis, and deliver detailed documentation for the analytical products.

+ Maintain cutting-edge knowledge of advances in modeling, simulation, machine learning, and data analysis techniques and tools.

+ Conceptualize, architect, develop, implement, test, and document the creation of advanced computerized systems and models for logistics, military, homeland security, emergency management, energy, environmental, and other modeling applications.

+ Use models and systems in analysis. Develop quality user interfaces, algorithms, simulations, and optimizations; apply application development environments; and evaluate new software engineering technologies.

+ Apply methodologies that ensure portability, maintainability, and extensibility of the software.

+ Interact with users to define system requirements.

+ Use software engineering and mathematical principles to design data models, applications systems, specialized scientific and engineering databases, specialized computer and information networks that are part of scientific and engineering research programs.

This position will be hybrid, with on-site presence at Argonne’s Lemont, IL campus required 3 days each week.

Position Requirements

+ Knowledge of high-level programming languages such as Java, Python, R, and C++.

+ Experience using common software development environments such as Eclipse or IntelliJ IDEA.

+ Diverse knowledge of advanced computer software tools and application areas, including modeling and simulation, optimization, geographic information systems, scientific visualization, and graphical user interface techniques.

+ Knowledge of computer operating systems such as Windows, Linux, and MacOS.

+ Knowledge of computer applications software such as spreadsheets, database management systems, and word processors.

+ Experience with at least one of: high performance computing, data analysis and visualization, parallel programming, and machine learning.

+ Experience with the development of computer simulation models for real world objects and processes.

+ Experience with and robust understanding of continuous integration/continuous delivery and the software development life cycle.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ A successful candidate must have the ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.

+ Ability to make our laboratory a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and accessible environment where all can thrive.

+ Selected candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance and must be a U.S. citizen. Please see http://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm for more information about requirements for obtaining a security clearance process.

This position can be hired at one of two levels; the selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level (RD2 or RD3) dependent upon the depth and breadth of relevant knowledge and skills. The minimum requirements of the two levels are as follows:

+ RD2: Bachelors and 5+ years’ experience, Masters and 3+ years’ experience, PhD and 0+ years’ experience, or equivalent

+ RD3: Bachelors and 8+ years’ experience, Masters and 5+ years’ experience, PhD and 4+ years’ experience, or equivalent

Job Family

Research Development (RD)

Job Profile

Software Engineering 2

Worker Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. In support of this commitment, Argonne encourages minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. Argonne considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne’s Legal Department.

All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.