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# software engineers

- **Company:** University of Arizona
- **Location:** Tucson, AZ, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $99,901 - $129,871
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Applications Architecture, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Data Visualization, Linux, Distributed Systems, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Network Administration, Software Engineering, Scripting, Information Technology, Hardware Infrastructure
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/27567?c=arizona

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
 * Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience is required including experience in developing software for the automated, remote operations of complex hardware systems, developing in C++, and experience in developing for a Linux operating system, * MS/PhD in computer science or related technical fields.
 * Experience implementing communications protocols, particularly for observatory applications.
 * Experience working directly with hardware as part of embedded software development cycle.
 * Experience with AO and/or astronomical observatory operations.
 * Experience in Cl-frameworks and automated testing.
 * Experience developing scientific Python libraries.
 * Experience contributing to projects.

## Description

* Implement spacecraft and observatory interfaces to enable high-speed communications between multiple pieces of the AO hardware system including: writing protocol libraries, controls interfaces, and test protocol libraries. This includes serial, network, and any other form of hardware communication.
 * Develop applications for space- and ground-based control systems, including telemetry management, data visualizations and dashboards, and scripting engines.
 * Develop embedded software for the control of various hardware components of the AO instrument systems including high-speed sensors, heaters, fast steering mirrors, etc. This includes ensuring that the hardware integrates into overall control logic of scientific operations.
 * Contribute to architecture decisions for automated network management and support for missions with distributed computing architecture.
 * Developed software must be robust enough to be deployed in remote mountain sites and space based missions.
 * Develop framework to ensure consistency across project requirements, budgets and simulation configurations while producing automated system engineering metrics for tracking and reporting.
 * Oversee new features for a mature, instrument codebase through the entire software development lifecycle.
 * Communicate clearly with various scientists, mission operators, engineers, students, and other colleagues and stakeholders.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.