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National Radio Astronomy Observatory Title: GBO - GB Scientific - Scientific Data Analyst I Location: NRAO, PO Box 2, GREEN BANK, West Virginia, United States of America Requisition Number: 158 Job Family: Scientific Data Analyst Pay Type: Hourly Required Education: NET Position Description: The Green Bank Observatory oversees the development and operation of the Robert C. Byrd Green Bank Telescope (GBT), the world's largest fully steerable telescope, as well as numerous smaller telescopes which are used for a variety of scientific and educational purposes. With a wavelength coverage of 1.5-m through 2.6-mm, the GBT is used for a diverse range of scientific research, including fundamental physics, gravitational wave astronomy, pulsars and fast radio transients, star formation, Galactic and extragalactic structure, astrochemistry, cosmology, planetary science, and SETI. The position is initially available for a two-year appointment but may be extended or converted to a non-term appointment with budget and mutual interest. We are seeking an enthusiastic Scientific Data Analyst to join the staff of the Green Bank Observatory in Green Bank, West Virginia. The primary responsibility of the Scientific Data Analyst will be supporting observatory scientists and observers through a variety of duties, including (but not limited to): providing on-call support for the GBT and possibly other site telescopes, training GBO staff members to support GBT observations, performing technical reviews of GBT observing proposals, oversight of GBT observing documentation, and support for a variety of GBT instruments, observing modes, and observing scripts. In addition, the successful applicant will be acting as project 'friend' for numerous outside proposals to use the GBT, a job which involves interacting with outside scientists and astronomers to answer questions about the GBT, assist with observing script preparation and post-observation data analysis, and occasionally actively observing for the project's principal investigator. Scientific Data Analysts may also have the opportunity to contribute and lead research and development projects. This scientific data analyst position will be located in Green Bank, West Virginia, a beautiful and remote site bordering the Monongahela and George Washington National forests. Located 4 hours from Washington, DC, the Green Bank Observatory offers an academic atmosphere in a rural setting that features a wide variety of activities, from skiing, mountain and road biking, hiking, fishing, and whitewater rafting, all within a tight-knit community. The successful applicant should have at least a basic understanding of astronomy. Knowledge of radio and/or millimeter astronomy and experience with radio telescope observations is desired but not required. Training will be provided for all job duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responds to observer questions regarding GBT observing and data reduction Maintains a working knowledge of issues, observing, and data reduction techniques for the GBT Assists scientific staff with training, software testing, and procedures for user support and/or telescope operations. Aids in observer facing and internal documentation efforts Provide back-up for all (GBT) VLBI script creation and projects Technical reviews for 20-40 GBT proposals annually On-call support for GBT observers Support staff or 'friend' for outside proposals to use the GBT: answer questions about the GBT, assist with observing script preparation and post-observation data analysis, and occasionally actively observing for the project's principal investigator. Pro-active compliance with Green Bank Observatory and government safety policies and procedures in own work area is expected. Other duties as assigned. Work Environment: Work is typically performed in an office environment. Will be required to sit for long periods of time and operate a personal computer. Regular on-call and scheduled weekend and night work required. Who You Are: You have a bachelor's degree in Astronomy, Physics or related field. You have one to five years of relevant experience encompassing the following technical expertise. An advanced astronomy degree may be substituted for years of experience: Working with scientific data products - reducing, plotting, and analyzing data. Observational experience with telescopes Software testing and debugging in support of users and/or telescope operations Face-to-face support of users/customers/students and/or mentoring or training of less experienced persons. Strong communication skills (written and verbal). Very good interpersonal skills. Analytical thinking and able to learn new systems quickly. Aptitude to take on increased responsibility and the ability to take ownership of a functional area. Proven ability to complete self-directed assignments. Ability to effectively train and/or mentor others. Ability to use computers with M/S Windows, MacOS, and Linux operating systems Although not required, you may have experience in: Python software creation or development in another programming language. Experience working with large data sets, potentially using machine learning techniques. Familiarity with VLBI techniques. Additional Requirement: Observatory employees must be authorized to work in the United States. The Observatory presently cannot sponsor H-1B Visas for this position. Application Instructions: Select the "Apply Now" button. Please be prepared to upload your current resume and a cover letter of interest and suitability for the position. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI) is an equal opportunity employer. To view our complete statement, please visit . If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, you may submit your request by sending an email to . PM20 PId0733e5-

National Radio Astronomy Observatory Title: VLA Operations Specialist I-II Location: Old Hwy 60, New Mexico, USA Requisition Number: 167 Job Family: Operations Specialist Pay Type: Hourly Required Education: NET Position Description: Position Summary The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is an exciting and prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. The Observatory operates a variety of radio telescopes that span the globe, including the famous Very Large Array (VLA) in New Mexico, the Green Bank Telescope in West Virginia, and the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) in Chile. These telescopes are among the most advanced in the world, allowing astronomers to explore the universe in unprecedented detail. The NRAO is seeking an Operations Specialist to join our Operations team at the Very Large Array (VLA) in New Mexico. The Operations Specialist provides skilled technical assistance, under limited supervision, in the execution of astronomical observing programs, basic analysis and archiving of data. The Operations Specialist operates an array of 27 telescopes as one system ensuring the acquisition of data from the instrument delivers a high level of data quality while ensuring the safety of personnel and equipment. Candidates with preferred experience and education will be considered for a higher-level Operation Specialist ranking; duties and responsibilities increase with each level. This is a "Safety Sensitive" position as described in the Position Requirements below. The position is based at the VLA, 50 miles west of Socorro, NM. Socorro is a small, historical town in the Rio Grande Valley, 75 miles south of Albuquerque What You Will be Doing: The essential responsibilities of an Operations Specialist include: Operating and monitoring telescopes and supporting equipment; Cross training to operate the Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA); Troubleshooting and taking corrective action when errors and faults occur; Communicating with personnel working on the array and tracking activity, notifying personnel of dangerous weather conditions, monitoring fire alarm systems and responding to emergencies; Initiating telescope control and preparing the antenna, receivers, clocks, recording systems, and other hardware/software for operation; Receiving observing instructions from on-site or remote observers and executing observing programs including, but not limited to, processing incoming observe files, verifying against published schedules, annotating files on the observation schedule, executing observing programs, and sending pointing results to observers; Aiding and accommodating requests from, observers, scientific staff, engineers, and technicians in regards to basic commands for telescope controls and data analyses; Monitoring readings and alerts on multiple computer screens to detect unsafe equipment conditions and ensuring all systems are configured correctly and operating normally; Monitoring fringe amplitude readings and data flagging codes to check data quality; Performing system tests to measure values used to finely tune each antenna. Verifying antenna functionality and receiver performance and updating system parameters, following antenna moves or a major hardware upgrade, in consultation with a system expert; Taking prescribed actions to protect telescope equipment; Making necessary personnel call-outs when equipment safety is compromised and/or when major problems occur; Maintaining an accurate observing log of failures, abnormal conditions, significant events, equipment status changes, procedural changes, or special instructions from observers or staff; Writing detailed maintenance reports for hardware and software problems; Documenting operational procedures and assisting with their upkeep; Collecting meteorological data for the National Weather Service; Driving daily shuttles to/from the VLA and the NRAO facility in Socorro; Proactive compliance with all NRAO policies and procedures is required; Other duties may be assigned. Additional responsibilities of an Operations Specialist II include: Providing advanced troubleshooting support and corrective actions when errors and faults occur; Performing ongoing analysis of operator's tools and methods, and documenting improvements; Developing procedures and documentation for new equipment based on technical information supplied by engineers or supervisors; Writing technical reports to describe operating characteristics, abnormal conditions, and functional limitations; Providing input/feedback on related and proposed hardware/software developments/issues and assisting in troubleshooting any detected problems; Training new operators; Assisting scientists in basic data analysis; Work Environment The Operations Specialist will work as part of a team that supports a 24 hour / 7-day rotating shift pattern consisting of day, evening and night shifts. A typical workweek is 4/10hr days with days off between shift changes. The work is indoors at a console with multiple computer terminals. Operators must be available for emergency call out and may be required to work overtime to cover vacant shifts or in emergencies until relieved. The employee will work at high altitudes and self-drive an Observatory vehicle to the VLA site. The Operator may be required to drive at night and possibly in adverse weather conditions. Who You Are: You have an Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from an accredited two-year college or technical school in math, physics, science or a related technical field. While not required, you may have a bachelor's degree in a related field and three or more years of experience in operating an industrial-sized astronomical telescope is preferred. Competency Summary Must be able to follow procedures and policies. Be able to handle emergencies calmly. Able to express yourself clearly both verbally and in writing, be attentive to detail, and able to work well with others, sometimes in stressful situations. Must be able to operate a computer using process control software applications, and able to use a Windows computer and word processing and spreadsheet software. Must have experience with a LINUX/UNIX operating environment. Must have demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents such as schematics, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Attention to detail is critical Highly organized and able to multitask Excellent communication skills Additional Requirement The Operations Specialist is required to hold and maintain a valid NM Driver's License. Observatory employees must be authorized to work in the United States. Physical Requirements The physical demands and the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to hear instructions and warnings. All Operators must be available for emergency call out and may be required to work extended shifts of up to 14 hours, when needed. Hearing acuity is required in order to perform work safely with instructions being given over radios and to respond to system alarms; visual acuity is required to read and understand written/graphic/data material on a computer screen and determine colors displayed on a computer monitor Safety Sensitive The selected candidate must successfully pass a post-offer, pre-employment/pre-placement drug screen. Failure to pass the screen will disqualify the candidate from employment consideration for a period of six months from the date of the results. Total Rewards: Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI) offers a comprehensive total rewards package for this position, subject to eligibility requirements. We are committed to serving our employees and their families with an extensive and competitive compensation and benefits package that supports our employees' overall well-being and career growth. Compensation AUI strives to attract and retain dedicated, highly qualified, competent, and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for performance. The NRAO strives to attract and retain dedicated, highly qualified, competent, and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for performance. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include; education, experience, skills, competencies, other qualifications of the successful candidate, as well as internal equity and labor market conditions. Benefits: AUI's benefits package addresses the needs of employees and their families with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment. AUI provides excellent paid time off (13 holidays, annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days and 15 sick days, additional time off for doctor/dentist visits, and 8 weeks of paid parental leave). Medical, dental and vision plans are effective on the first day of employment . click apply for full job details

National Radio Astronomy Observatory Title: Release Engineer - Software Engineer III-IV (111) Location: NRAO Headquarters, 520 Edgemont Rd, CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, United States of America• NRAO Albuquerque Office, 800 Bradbury Dr SE Ste 235, ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, United States of America• NRAO Array Operations Center, PO Box 0, SOCORRO, New Mexico, United States of America• Green Bank Observatory, PO Box 2, GREEN BANK, West Virginia, United States of America Requisition Number: 111 Job Family: Software Engineer Pay Type: Salary Required Education: CPP Position Description: Position Summary The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is an exciting and prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. The Observatory operates a variety of radio telescopes that span the globe, including the famous Very Large Array (VLA) in New Mexico, the Green Bank Telescope (GBT) in West Virginia, the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) in Chile, and the Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA). These telescopes are among the most advanced in the world, allowing astronomers to explore the universe in unprecedented detail. The Next Generation Very Large Array (ngVLA) is a transformative astronomical observatory designed to deliver science-ready data products to a broad community of users. The Computing and Software System (CSS) is the backbone of this vision, encompassing all the software and hardware required to control the telescope, manage the flow of data, execute processing pipelines, and provide user-facing services. The CSS is decomposed into several major systems, each with a distinct role in the data lifecycle, from observation planning to final data analysis. The ngVLA project is committed to an Agile development methodology, emphasizing frequent delivery of high-quality software and continuous stakeholder engagement. The ngVLA project is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Release Engineer to play a crucial role in delivering software to stakeholders early and often. This individual will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the continuous integration and continuous delivery systems and (CI/CD) pipelines, ensuring seamless integration of various software components and efficient deployment of different software versions. This role requires strong software development and integration skills. This role is essential for accelerating the development lifecycle and getting functional software into the hands of commissioning scientists, telescope operators, and other users for rapid feedback and validation. This position will be located at one of the NRAO facilities in Charlottesville (VA), Socorro (NM), Albuquerque (NM) or Green Bank (WV). Fully remote work may be possible for a highly qualified candidate. What You Will be Doing CI/CD Pipeline Development and Management Design, build, and maintain robust and automated CI/CD pipelines for all ngVLA computing systems spanning the entire observing lifecycle. Implement continuous integration practices, including automated builds, testing, and static code analysis, to ensure code quality and identify integration issues early. Develop and manage continuous delivery pipelines to automate the deployment of software to various environments (development, testing, staging, production). Ensure CI/CD pipelines are scalable, reliable, and efficient to support frequent software releases. Integrate security scanning and compliance checks into the CI/CD process. Maintain GitHub Enterprise organization and services, including all variants of self-hosted runners. System Integration Collaborate closely with development teams from different ngVLA subsystems to understand their integration points and dependencies. Facilitate the integration of software components from various teams, resolving compatibility issues and ensuring smooth interoperability. Implement and maintain integration testing frameworks to validate the end-to-end functionality of integrated systems. Work with the Technical Infrastructure (TI) team to ensure proper networking, compute, and storage resources are available for integrated systems and deployments. Containerization and Version Management Champion the use of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) to manage software versions and dependencies across different environments. Develop strategies for containerizing ngVLA software components to ensure consistent deployment and execution. Implement effective versioning strategies for software releases and their associated container images. Manage container registries and ensure efficient image storage and retrieval. Provide guidance and support to development teams on container best practices. Automation and Tooling Contribute to the development of the Observatory-wide CI/CD platform and best practices. This is a hybrid system with cloud and on-prem components and consists of integrating various services to a one coherent system. You will be expected to write integrations via REST (or similar) APIs, help define the architecture, and to create robust automation to manage complex environments. This requires good programming skills and the ability to solve problems that are not readily solvable via common AI tools. Identify opportunities for automation across the software development and deployment lifecycle to reduce manual effort and improve efficiency. Evaluate, select, and implement appropriate tools for CI/CD, automation, and infrastructure as code (e.g., Ansible, Terraform). Develop and maintain scripts and utilities to support CI/CD processes and system operations. Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing Work closely with software developers, system architects, and operations staff to ensure seamless collaboration and effective knowledge transfer. Provide training and documentation to development teams on CI/CD processes, containerization, and deployment best practices. Participate in "blameless post-mortems" for any incidents to learn and improve processes. Actively contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. Work Environment This position will be located at one of the NRAO facilities in Charlottesville (VA), Socorro (NM), Green Bank (WV), or Albuquerque (NM). The successful candidate will join a team of professionals engaged in research and development in the fields of science, engineering, software development, and education. Work is typically performed in a research or development environment. Who You Are: You have a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, related field or equivalent combination of experience and education You have solid understanding of software development concepts and experience with object-oriented programming You have at least three years of experience with CI/CD automation and software integration. Including: You have at least three years of experience with CI/CD automation and software integration. Including: Experience with containers and container orchestration Hands-on experience building scalable systems Experience developing software applications Familiarity developing software in at least two of the following: Python, C++, Java Experience with version control software and testing methodologies Experience debugging and profiling software systems Strong interpersonal and communications skills Experience working with large, existing applications in a distributed team Preferred Experience Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP) Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform). Experience building and packaging C++ applications Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g. VictoriaMetrics, Grafana, Prometheus) Scripting experience with Bash Linux system administration experience Experience with GitOps Experience setting up and managing GitHub runners in hybrid Kubernetes environments Experience with data modeling tools Ability to work with international colleagues Observatory employees must be authorized to work in the United States. The Observatory presently cannot sponsor H-1B Visas for this position. Total Rewards: Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI) offers a comprehensive total rewards package for this position, subject to eligibility requirements. We are committed to serving our employees and their families with an extensive and competitive compensation and benefits package that supports our employees' overall well-being and career growth. Compensation AUI strives to attract and retain dedicated, highly qualified, competent, and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for performance. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include; education, experience, skills, competencies, other qualifications of the successful candidate, as well as internal equity and labor market conditions. For open rank positions, the starting salary/hourly rates for each level is between: Position level 3 $79,000 and $120,000 Position level 4 $95 . click apply for full job details

National Radio Astronomy Observatory Title: Network Services Manager Location: NRAO Array Operations Center, PO Box 0, SOCORRO, New Mexico, United States of America• Green Bank Observatory, PO Box 2, GREEN BANK, West Virginia, United States of America• NRAO Headquarters, 520 Edgemont Rd, CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, United States of America• NRAO Albuquerque Office, 800 Bradbury Dr SE Ste 235, ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, United States of America Requisition Number: 170 Job Family: Network Engineer Pay Type: Salary Required Education: CPP Position Description: Position Summary The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is an exciting and prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. The Observatory operates a variety of radio telescopes that span the globe, including the famous Very Large Array (VLA) in New Mexico, the Green Bank Telescope in West Virginia, and the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) in Chile. These telescopes are among the most advanced in the world, allowing astronomers to explore the universe in unprecedented detail. The National NRAO is seeking a forward -thinking, transformational Manager of Network Services to lead the Observatory's Network Services Team through a period of significant modernization and organizational change. The location for this position will be at our offices in either Charlottesville, VA; Albuquerque or Socorro, NM; or Green Bank, WV. A remote work arrangement may be available for a well qualified candidate, with occasional site visits. What You Will be Doing: This leader will serve as the NRAO's Network executive, responsible for: Redefining Network capabilities Modernizing Network infrastructure and services Strengthening relationships between the Network Services Team and stakeholders Advancing IT automation across all network layers Scaling networks for the next generation of radio astronomy Transforming organizational culture, processes, and delivery models Driving continuous process improvement throughout Network Services Reporting to the Head of Compute Information Services (CIS), this position plays a critical leadership role in the NRAO's IT universe. The Network Services Team is responsible for providing the networks that support scientific operations across our distributed facilities, including major observatories, remote antenna sites, multiple data centers, and hybrid cloud systems, as well as support for incoming large-scale projects. This is not a maintenance role - it is a change-agent leadership position for someone who thrives in complex environments, inspires teams, and leads modernization efforts from vision to execution. Work Environment Work is mission driven, team oriented and typically performed in an office setting within a research or development environment. Ability to safely lift 40lbs on a regular basis. Who You Are: You have a bachelor's degree in a related field You have five years or more of IT management experience A Change Agent Excellent written and oral communication skills Experience modernizing a large-scale IT environment Key Responsibilities: Lead a comprehensive transformation of the Observatory's network capabilities, culture, policies, procedures, and processes. Develop and execute a modern network strategy aligned with scientific, operational, and organizational priorities. Champion standardization, modernization, automation, and process improvement across all network functions. Build and mentor a high-performing, customer and project focused network team. Infrastructure, Networks & Platforms Oversee all multisite network infrastructure, including long haul fiber, campus networks, remote observatory connectivity, data centers, hybrid cloud platforms, and enterprise compute. Ensure network meets high standards of reliability, security, and scalability required to support scientific data flow and Observatory operations. Partner with the Platforms team to provide observable, manageable, scalable, and operatable LAN capabilities People Leadership Build, motivate, and mentor a high performing IT organization capable of supporting both scientific and enterprise missions. Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Curating the next generation of IT leadership. Financial & Vendor Management Ensure resources are aligned with strategic priorities and managed responsibly. Additional Requirement Observatory employees must be authorized to work in the United States. The Observatory presently cannot sponsor H-1B visas for this position. Total Rewards: Associated Universities Inc. (AUI) offers a comprehensive total rewards package for this position, subject to eligibility requirements. We are committed to serving our employees and their families with an extensive and competitive compensation and benefits package that supports our employees' overall well-being and career growth. Compensation AUI strives to attract and retain dedicated, highly qualified, competent, and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for performance. Factors which may affect starting pay may include; education, experience, skills, competencies, other qualifications of the successful candidate, as well as internal equity and labor market conditions. Benefits: AUI's benefits package addresses the needs of employees and their families with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment. AUI provides excellent paid time off (13 holidays, annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days and 15 sick days, additional time off for doctor/dentist visits, and 8 weeks of paid parental leave). Medical, dental and vision plans are effective on the first day of employment. AUI's retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participant's base pay with no required employee contribution; we also offer an optional supplemental, tax-deferred plan for employee retirement contributions. Application Instructions: Select the "Apply" button. Please be prepared to upload your current CV/Resume and a cover letter describing interest and suitability for the position. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: AUI is an equal opportunity employer. To view our complete statement, please visit . If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, you may submit your request by sending an email to . PM20 PI75fb962a984c-4527

National Radio Astronomy Observatory Title: Software Engineer I-II Location: 800 Bradbury Dr SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106, USA• 1011 Lopezville Rd, Socorro, NM 87801, USA• 155 Observatory Rd, Green Bank, WV 24944, USA Requisition Number: 157 Job Family: Software Engineer Pay Type: Salary Required Education: CPP Position Description: Position Summary The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is an exciting and prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. The Observatory operates a variety of radio telescopes that span the globe, including the famous Very Large Array (VLA) in New Mexico, the Green Bank Telescope in West Virginia, the Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA) across North America, and the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) in Chile. These telescopes are among the most advanced in the world, allowing astronomers to explore the universe in unprecedented detail. At NRAO, we are recruiting a Software Engineer to plan, design, and implement new systems to be initially used for the Radar project as well as projects in partnership with the U.S. Naval Observatory (USNO). These systems will be used by both existing telescopes, namely GBT and VLBA, as well as new facilities such as next generation Very Large Array (ngVLA). This position ideally will be based either in Albuquerque, NM, or Socorro, NM but could also be based at our Charlottesville, VA or Green Bank, WV locations. For well qualified candidates, a remote work arrangement may be considered after one year of employment. What You Will be Doing The primary focus of this position will be designing and developing cutting edge software for the Radar project, which will be used by the GBT, VLBA and eventually the ngVLA as part of the Common Domain Software group. This will include working with senior software engineers and stakeholders to refine requirements, designing systems and components to meet those requirements, performing trade studies, building prototypes, and producing documentation and reports summarizing your findings. Immediate activities may include (but are not limited to): exploring messaging frameworks profiling and benchmarking passing of data between telescope sites building prototype backends for users to view shared data This position will be directly involved in the early implementation and testing of key software features needed to support the Radar project, focusing on the system communication. The position will also participate in the full implementation during the construction phase. Additional duties include: the maintenance and necessary upgrades of the existing software to support operations the development of new products to meet the challenges posed by the new observing paradigms necessary for the Observatory to remain at the cutting edge of science and technology. Work Environment The successful candidate will join a team of professionals engaged in research and development in the fields of science, engineering, software development, and education. Work is typically performed in a research or development environment. Must be able to operate a personal computer. May occasionally work at high altitudes. Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Who You Are: You have a Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, scientific or related field; highly relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's degree. While not required, you may have an advanced degree in a related field. No previous related work experience is required; candidates with progressively more experience will be considered for a higher-level position. Competency Summary The ability to communicate and collaborate with a diverse set of stakeholders about ongoing software activities. The ability to work with senior software engineers to produce a software architecture and design that meets stakeholder needs. Familiarity with messaging frameworks, such as Kafka, Pulsar, RabbitMQ. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Familiarity with at least one object-oriented programming language; Java or C++ are desirable. Experience with Python. Willingness and enthusiasm for learning new programming languages when they are best suited to a particular domain. Experience with version control software, testing methodologies, and CI/CD. Experience with software engineering principles, working within an Agile framework, and experience in the complete product lifecycle are preferred. Additional Requirement Observatory employees must be authorized to work in the United States. Total Rewards: Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI) offers a comprehensive total rewards package for this position, subject to eligibility requirements. We are committed to serving our employees and their families with an extensive and competitive compensation and benefits package that supports our employees' overall well-being and career growth. Compensation AUI strives to attract and retain dedicated, highly qualified, competent, and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for performance. For open rank positions, the starting salary/hourly rates for each level is between: Position level 1, Non-Exempt: $30.00 and $35.88 per hour Position level 2, Exempt: $60,000 and $92,000 per year Benefits AUI's benefits package addresses the needs of employees and their families with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment. AUI provides excellent paid time off (13 holidays, annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days and 15 sick days, additional time off for doctor/dentist visits, and 8 weeks of paid parental leave). Medical, dental and vision plans are effective on the first day of employment. AUI's retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participant's base pay with no required employee contribution; we also offer an optional supplemental, tax-deferred plan for employee retirement contributions. Application Instructions: Select the "Apply Now" button. Please be prepared to upload your current CV/Resume and a cover letter describing interest and suitability for the position Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: AUI is an equal opportunity employer. To view our complete statement, please visit . If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, you may submit your request by sending an email to .PM20 Compensation details: 30-92000 Yearly Salary PI9e66a5-

National Radio Astronomy Observatory Title: Software Engineer II-III Location: 800 Bradbury Dr SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106, USA• 1011 Lopezville Rd, Socorro, NM 87801, USA• 155 Observatory Rd, Green Bank, WV 24944, USA Requisition Number: 159 Job Family: Software Engineer Pay Type: Salary Required Education: CPP Position Description: Position Summary The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is an exciting and prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. The Observatory operates a variety of radio telescopes that span the globe, including the famous Very Large Array (VLA) in New Mexico, the Green Bank Telescope in West Virginia, the Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA) across North America, and the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) in Chile. These telescopes are among the most advanced in the world, allowing astronomers to explore the universe in unprecedented detail. The Next Generation Very Large Array (ngVLA) is a transformative astronomical observatory designed to deliver science-ready data products to a broad community of users. The ngVLA is in the development phase of the project lifecycle. The computing resources needed to support data processing for ngVLA operations is significantly larger and more complicated than any existing NRAO facilities. Therefore, NRAO has partnered with the Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) to design and prototype the technical infrastructure and data processing software to support ngVLA operations. At NRAO, we are recruiting an experienced Scientific Software Engineer to design, implement, optimize, and maintain scientific applications and data-processing software executed on large-scale high-performance computing (HPC) systems. This role will prototype, develop, benchmark and optimize the Radio Astronomy Data Processing Software (RADPS) in collaboration with TACC. The role requires demonstrated proficiency in Python and C++, experience with parallel and distributed computing frameworks, and the ability to collaborate closely with domain scientists, systems engineers, and HPC support personnel. The successful candidate will contribute to the full software lifecycle from requirements analysis and algorithmic design through implementation, testing, optimization, and long-term maintainability within a performance-critical, research-driven environment. This position ideally will be based either in Albuquerque, NM, or Socorro, NM but could also be based at our Charlottesville, VA or Green Bank, WV locations. For well qualified candidates, a remote work arrangement may be considered. What You Will be Doing The primary focus of this position will be prototyping, profiling and optimizing cutting edge software for RADPS within the Data Processing group. Immediate activities may include (but are not limited to): Software Design and Development Develop high-performance scientific software in C++ and Python, including numerical algorithms, data-analysis pipelines, and simulation components. Implement scalable solutions leveraging modern parallel programming techniques (MPI, OpenMP, CUDA/HIP, OpenACC). Build Python interfaces, bindings, and workflow tooling around high-performance C++ cores. Design modular, maintainable, and testable codebases following established software engineering best practices. Performance Engineering and Optimization Profile, benchmark, and optimize HPC applications for multi-core, many-core, GPU-accelerated, and distributed-memory systems. Improve algorithmic efficiency, memory usage, I/O patterns, and data-movement behavior to achieve target throughput and scalability. Work with HPC system engineers to tune application performance for specific architectures (e.g., Slurm-managed clusters or other supercomputing platforms). Scientific Workflow and Data Pipeline Development Create robust, automated workflows for large-scale simulations, experiments, or data-processing tasks. Integrate software with HPC schedulers, containerization technologies (e.g., Singularity/Apptainer), and workflow engines. Implement data ingestion, transformation, and storage strategies for multi-terabyte to petabyte-scale datasets. Collaboration and Technical Leadership Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams-scientists, data analysts, HPC support staff, and software engineers-to translate research requirements into software designs. Contribute to technical roadmaps, architectural decisions, and documentation for long-term sustainability. Mentor junior developers and participate in code reviews, design reviews, and project planning. Quality Assurance and DevOps Develop and maintain automated test suites, CI/CD pipelines, and reproducible build environments (CMake, setuptools, Conan, Spack, etc.). Ensure high reliability, traceability, and maintainability of code deployed at scale. Adhere to configuration-management processes and documentation standards. Work Environment The successful candidate will join a team of professionals engaged in research and development in the fields of science, engineering, software development, and education. Work is typically performed in a research or development environment. Must be able to operate a personal computer. May occasionally work at high altitudes. Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Who You Are: You have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related field While not required, you may have an advanced degree in a related field (Ph.D. preferred for research-intensive domains). You have at least one or more years of experience in the development of software applications; While not required you may have three or more years of experience, candidates with progressively more experience will be considered for a higher-level position. Competency Summary Strong proficiency in Python (scientific stack: NumPy, SciPy, pandas, xarray, etc.) and modern C++ (C+/17/20). Demonstrated experience developing scientific or numerical software for HPC systems. Experience with parallel programming paradigms (e.g., MPI, OpenMP) and performance-profiling tools. Familiarity with Linux development environments, version control (Git), software build systems, and automated testing frameworks. Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and scientific stakeholders. Experience with GPU programming or other accelerator architectures. Prior contributions to open-source scientific computing libraries. Experience with workflow orchestration frameworks and HPC schedulers (e.g., Slurm, PBS, HTCondor). Background in numerical methods, computational physics, signal processing, or other scientific domains relevant to the organization. Experience with large-scale data management strategies and parallel I/O libraries (HDF5, ADIOS, NetCDF). Familiarity with container technologies (Singularity/Apptainer, Docker) and reproducible science practices. Experience with software engineering principles, working within an Agile framework, and experience in the complete product lifecycle are preferred. Additional Requirement Observatory employees must be authorized to work in the United States. Total Rewards: Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI) offers a comprehensive total rewards package for this position, subject to eligibility requirements. We are committed to serving our employees and their families with an extensive and competitive compensation and benefits package that supports our employees' overall well-being and career growth. Compensation AUI strives to attract and retain dedicated, highly qualified, competent, and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for performance. For open rank positions, the starting salary/hourly rates for each level is between: Position level 2 $60,000 and $92,000 Position level 3 $79,000 and $120,000 Benefits AUI's benefits package addresses the needs of employees and their families with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment. AUI provides excellent paid time off (13 holidays, annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days and 15 sick days, additional time off for doctor/dentist visits, and 8 weeks of paid parental leave). Medical, dental and vision plans are effective on the first day of employment. AUI's retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participant's base pay with no required employee contribution; we also offer an optional supplemental, tax-deferred plan for employee retirement contributions. Application Instructions: Select the "Apply Now" button. Please be prepared to upload your current CV/Resume and a cover letter describing interest and suitability for the position Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: AUI is an equal opportunity employer. To view our complete statement, please visit . If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, you may submit your request by sending an email to PM20 . click apply for full job details