Software Engineer III-IV, HPC Systems Engineer – UPDATED

Job Summary

National Radio Astronomy Observatory is seeking a Software Engineer III‑IV, HPC Systems Engineer to join its world‑class research team in Luis Lopez, Socorro County, NM. This full‑time role offers a salary of $107,966 per year and focuses on high‑performance computing support for cutting‑edge radio astronomy projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain HPC software and system tools for data processing pipelines.
• Collaborate with astronomers and engineers to optimize code for large‑scale simulations and observations.
• Manage and troubleshoot cluster hardware, storage, and networking infrastructure.
• Implement automated monitoring, scheduling, and resource allocation solutions.
• Provide technical support and training to research staff on HPC best practices.
• Document system architecture, procedures, and performance metrics.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (CPP preferred).
• 5+ years of professional experience in high‑performance computing environments.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, and parallel programming models (MPI, OpenMP).
• Experience with Linux/Unix systems, job schedulers (Slurm, PBS), and storage solutions.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative research setting.

Preferred Skills

• Master’s or PhD in a technical discipline.
• Familiarity with radio‑astronomy data formats and pipelines.
• Knowledge of cloud‑based HPC resources and containerization (Docker, Singularity).

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $107,966 per year. Comprehensive federal employee benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid leave, and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and cover letter through the NRAO careers portal, referencing Requisition Number 154.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of projects will I work on?

You will develop and support high‑performance computing tools for processing massive radio‑astronomy data sets and simulations.

Is remote work allowed?

This position is based on‑site at the NRAO facility in Luis Lopez, Socorro County, NM; remote work is not standard.

What benefits are included?

The role includes a federal employee benefits package with health insurance, retirement plans, paid leave, and funding for professional development.