Software Engineer; R&D Engineer

What You Will Do

Accelerator Operations Technology
- Instrumentation and Controls Group (AOT-IC) seeks a software engineer to develop new solutions, enhance performance, support program functionality, and champion the reliability of our systems. As a full‑time engineer you will work in a dynamic, collaborative environment and be evaluated on quality of work and integration across simultaneous projects xible schedules and development opportunities, mentorship, and potential project leadership are available.

Your responsibilities will include analyzing and solving problems associated with software, hardware, applications, operating systems, and all other aspects of a modern production controls system environment. Assignments range between programming, scripting, troubleshooting, and system configuration, as well as providing ongoing support to other accelerator teams with a high level of service quality.

In addition to the tasks outlined for Engineer 1, you will work on advanced software engineering tasks such as system interoperability, architecture analysis, deeper troubleshooting with advanced tools, mentoring and coaching others, and documenting and presenting results.

• Develop and maintain technical documentation.
• Work as a member of a project team.
• Learn and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment.
• Availability for rotating on‑call support and after‑hours work when required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with the software‑engineering lifecycle.
• Understanding of compiled languages such as C, C++, and/or Java.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, Tcl, Tk, and/or Perl.
• Familiarity with Linux systems and tools.
• Familiarity with software troubleshooting techniques.

• Programming experience with compiled languages such as C, C++, and/or Java.
• High comfort level with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, Tcl/Tk, and/or Perl.
• Experience using and developing software with Linux systems.
• Experience developing within a CI/CD‑based software‑engineering process using Git.
• Understanding of software build processes, makefiles, and revision control.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting and debugging software tools and techniques.

Lower level:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution related to the occupation plus two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and technical experience.

Higher level:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution plus four years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience with debugging tools such as gdb or valgrind.
• Experience with SQL relational database schemas, queries, and optimization.
• Skills in web‑based application and REST‑API development.
• Understanding of instrumentation and control systems.
• Experience developing software for embedded systems.
• Experience with virtualization, hypervisors, and/or containerization.
• Linux system and network administration experience.
• Network management and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience with machine learning or adaptive algorithms.
• Programming experience with VxWorks or RTEMS.
• Programming experience with LabVIEW.
• Experience with EPICS.
• Ability to obtain a Q clearance (normally requires U.S. citizenship).

Site: onsite, Los Alamos, NM.

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with nationwide network.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Basic life and disability insurance.
• Paid childbirth and parental leave.
• 401(k) with 6 % matching plus 3.5 % annual contribution.
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance.
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays).
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs.
• Extensive relocation packages for moves outside a 50 mile radius.

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability. The Laboratory is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.