Senior GNSS Data Scientist

Job Posting

Title:

Senior GNSS Data Scientist

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Hiring Department:

Applied Research Laboratories

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest

Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

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Job Details:

Design, develop, and maintain software and systems for the collection, processing, and analysis of satellite navigation signals in the Space and Geophysics Laboratory (SGL).

• Independently develop new data processing and analysis software as required using Python, C/C++, or scripting to satisfy project objectives.

• Perform analysis of observation and navigation data using established software tools, repositories and libraries in accordance with established internal practices.

• Contribute to analyses and characterizations of GPS/GNSS

• Identify improvements and new methods for GPS/GNSS data collection and analysis. Evaluate and develop new metrics, algorithms, processing techniques with modernized GPS and GNSS signals. Contribute to testing and routine assessments of GPS and GNSS receiver performance.

• Guide project reviews and technical interface meetings. Identify future analytical software and hardware resource requirements. Assist with data archive organization and maintenance. Further develop knowledge of GNSS and related domains. Mentor fellow staff and become a subject matter expert.

• Document progress and completion of work.

• Other related functions as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

• Three years of related experience in Python or C/C++.

• Three years of related data analysis experience.

Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, be willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized and capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks. The position will require attention to detail, effective problem-solving skills and excellent judgment. Ability to work independently 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.

Able to work under pressure and accept supervision. Regular and punctual attendance.

US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

• Five or more years of GPS/GNSS coursework or experience.

• Five or more years of work experience with revision control systems such as Gitlab.

• Extensive experience and proficiency with Python and C/C++.

• Professional experience as a software developer.

• Understanding of data analysis and processing within AWS cloud infrastructure.

• Knowledge of design and development of digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms and techniques.

• Experience with SQL and relational databases.

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 with a GPA of 3.5 in major coursework.

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.

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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.

$104.000-$174,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications.

• Standard office conditions

• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

• Use of manual dexterity

• Some weekend, evening and holiday work

• Possible interstate/intrastate travel

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at…