Software Developer

Idaho National Laboratory seeks Software Developers to apply engineering principles and create solutions for complex analytical processes, information visualization, and mission-critical applications supporting transportation energy and security research. You'll plan, develop, and implement software solutions to complex problems and major projects, support project planning with scope and cost estimates, participate in technical reviews at various development phases, and maintain and upgrade systems while developing new capabilities. Your responsibilities include creating and reviewing methodologies and architectures that advance organizational missions, ensuring compliance with safety, security, and quality requirements, documenting activities and technologies, writing technical papers representing Idaho National Laboratory, and reviewing source code and system documentation to assess quality and recommend improvements. You'll engage in professional development to maintain technical proficiency, define strategic direction in assigned areas, and mentor junior engineers while using IDEs, development languages, and emerging technologies., * Apply software engineering principles, theories, and concepts to complex analytical processes and information display and visualization.

• Plan, develop, and implement software-engineering solutions to complex problems and major projects.
• Work to support project plans and requirements, establish scope, cost, and schedule estimates for design and development activities.
• Participate in technical reviews for projects at various phases of development and provide recommendations for computer technology solutions to customers and management.
• Maintain and upgrade a variety of systems, as well as develop new software capabilities.
• Create and review new methodologies and architectures that advance the organization's mission.
• Ensure compliance with INL's safety, security, environmental, health, and quality assurance requirements.
• Document activities, reports, and existing technologies.
• Write and present technical papers representing INL.
• Review and analyze source code and system design documentation, reports from users, and other technical artifacts to create reports and present to other staff and management assessments of code quality, the probable origin and implications of defects and anomalies, and recommendations for improvements and enhancements.
• Engage in professional development to maintain technical proficiency in current and emerging technologies.
• Utilize expertise to define strategic direction in assigned areas.
• Review training plans and help lead the organization forward.
• Mentor junior engineers.

• Level 2: Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, computer information systems, information technology, or a related field and (2) years of related experience or a masters degree.
• Level 3: Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, computer information systems, information technology, or a related field and (5) years of related experience or a masters degree and (2) years of related experience.
• Relevant experience using Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) such as Visual Studio or VS Code., * Experience mentoring others and leading technical tasks.
• Experience using Jira or a similar tool.
• Experience with .NET 6 and .NET Core, C#, SQL Server, or similar.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and NET WebAPI interfaces.
• Experience with NoSQL Databases such as MongoDB and Neo4J.
• Experience with continuous integration and deployment using Azure DevOps.
• Experience with other development languages (Python, Go/Golang, C/C++, etc.).
• Experience with Agile, Kanban development methodologies.
• Experience with Dapper, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap.
• Experience collaborating with scientists and researcher domain experts.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials, manipulate tools, keyboard, and type, reach with hands and arms, and operate job-related equipment. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions., * The pay range for this position is: Level 2 ($66,504 - $136,356) / Level 3 ($95,256 - $195,288). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.

• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

paid time off, tuition assistance, 401(k), * Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts

• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure. INL Mission: Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure. INL Vision: Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.