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# Software Developer 2

- **Company:** Los Alamos National Laboratory
- **Location:** Los Alamos, NM, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Documentation, Database Design, Software Design Documents, Linux, File Systems, Monitoring of Systems, Identity and Access Management, OpenShift, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Computer Networking Systems, Grafana, Containerization, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Data Management, Devsecops, Docker, Vulnerability Analysis, Programming Languages
- **Published:** November 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/software-developer-2-los-alamos-nm--da818cad-2aec-422a-91d2-dacb341a93a9

## About the Role

Software Development, Stewardship, Knowledge Transfer, Data Management, Business Processes, Process Development, Enterprise Protection, Software Development, Design Document, Software Configuration Management, * Demonstrated knowledge and experience with modern software development methodologies, tools and processes, including agile frameworks, tools and techniques

 * Demonstrated knowledge and experience with programming languages, database design, security strategies and component integration
 * Demonstrated knowledge and experience with automation and strategies for achieving DevSecOps
 * Demonstrated knowledge of hardware and software integration and testing. Ability to review and understand end-to-end work processes.
 * Ability to translate technical terms to layperson's terms and present them to non-technical audiences.
 * Skill in working closely with customers and suppliers to define expectations and mutual responsibilities.

Professional Skills

 * Ability to collaborate and interact effectively with a wide range of personnel.
 * Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
 * Ability to organize, prioritize, and follow through to completion on multiple tasks.
 * Record of commitment to safety, security, compliance, quality, and foster a respectful and fair work culture.

Clearance Requirement
Ability to obtain a DOE Q-level clearance, which typically requires U.S. Citizenship

Education/Experience: Position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 5 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation., * Proficiency in Linux (RHEL) administration, knowledge of hardware and operating systems including system architectures, and network infrastructures.

 * Knowledge of container technologies and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes/OpenShift, Podman/Docker).
 * Knowledge of security compliance frameworks and practices, including STIG implementation and vulnerability scanning/remediation.
 * Knowledge of enterprise storage concepts, including network file storage and object storage.
 * Knowledge of system monitoring and observability tools and event streaming platforms such as Kafka.

Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management., *Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

## Description

* Based on design documents, design and implement application configurations on RHEL and OpenShift platforms.
 * Plan and execute or coordinate related unit, integration and acceptance testing for operating system, driver, and container updates across GPU-accelerated systems, between the extended technical team and customer.
 * Provide training and operational support to end users and researchers using standard operating procedures, including troubleshooting, access management, and system documentation., Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
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