Full Stack Software Engineer

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) Scientific Networking Division has an immediate opening for a full stack, front end focused Software Engineer to join Energy Sciences Network (ESnet) on the Orchestration and Core Data team.  Remote work is an option.  The Orchestration and Core Data team is a small group of engineers that provide innovative network management solutions designed to orchestrate and automate service deployment, device management and ongoing operations of the ESnet network.  In this role, developers create and operate robust mission critical solutions involving automated network provisioning, built with a combination of open source and internally developed software frameworks.  These solutions are used to inform the design and operation of ESnet and more broadly to serve the needs of the Department of Energy (DOE).

What You Will Do:

• Design, build and operate network orchestration and database applications.
• Collaborate with stakeholders including users through the full product lifecycle to continually improve services.
• Participate in project teams to successfully develop and deliver solutions, on time and within project budgets.
• Independently write software based on user stories, specifications and designs.
• Contribute to design, development, and deployment efforts for supported services and software.
• Contribute to a positive growth oriented culture.
• Work on and resolve complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. 
• Exercise judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. 
• Determine methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel.
• Network with key contacts outside your own area of expertise.

What is Required:

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 8 years or related experience; or an advanced degree with 6 years of experience; or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team context.
• Demonstrated software development experience targeting Linux / Unix platforms involving:
• code contributions in Java, Python and/or Javascript 
• design of systems, interfaces, and data models
• scalable distributed systems and/or web applications
• Ability to develop in a Linux environment using Java and/or Python, Javascript.
• Understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Familiarity with web APIs such as REST and / or SOAP, gRPC, GraphQL.
• Strong analysis and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to write clear and accurate requirements, use cases, designs and documentation.
• Ability to operate in interdisciplinary teams.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience developing automated deployment systems / network management software
• Demonstrated technical and or nontechnical leadership experience
• Experience with the following technologies and programming languages:
• Spring Framework & Spring Boot
• ReactJS, NodeJS, GraphQL
• SQLAlchemy, FastAPI
• Postgres, Docker, Kubernetes
• Java, Python, Javascript, Go
• Expert level of Java and Spring Framework.
• Familiarity and experience with Agile/Scrum software engineering practices that include testing, documentation, source code management (ideally Git and Github) and release procedures.
• Knowledge of Internet networking and protocols.
• Solid understanding of network engineering concepts and protocols.
• Solid understanding of security concepts such as zero trust architectures and federated identity.

Notes:

• This is a full time, 2 years, term appointment with the possibility of extension or conversion to Career appointment based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs.
• The full salary range of this position is between $126,900 to $214,140 per year and is expected to pay between a targeted range of $142,752 to $174,480 per year depending upon candidates' full skills, knowledge, and abilities, including education, certifications, and years of experience.
• This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
• Work may be performed on-site, hybrid, full-time telework. The primary location for this role is Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA. Work must be performed within the United States.

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