EPSCI DAQ Scientist I EPSCI DAQ Scientist I

JLABHCM20 • Newport News, VA

37d • Hybrid

About The Position

Leads the design, development, and deployment of advanced data acquisition (DAQ) and real-time streaming data processing systems for nuclear physics experiments at Jefferson Lab. Drives architecture and technical strategy for large-scale, high-throughput, distributed data pipelines, enabling cross-facility integration and sustained performance at extreme data rates. Provides technical leadership across projects, guiding system design, optimization, and deployment while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Computer Science or Related Field
• Accomplishments in developing computational infrastructure and applications that are in production use for experimental offline computing.
• The ability to work collaboratively on some projects and independently on others.
• Knowledge of at least one programming language and one scripting language.
• Understanding of software development methodologies.
• The ability to support applications through the full life cycle.
• Knowledge of relevant technologies or techniques such as data visualization, machine learning and distributed computing.
• Experimental reconstruction code development.
• Knowledge of common community tools such as Geant4.
• Ability to engage in the 12 GeV scientific program or in the EIC development.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• 2 or more years Experience with data acquisition (DAQ) systems and real-time streaming architectures
• 2 or more years Experience with distributed systems, high-performance computing, and large-scale data pipelines

Responsibilities

• Work with domain experts in Physics, Data Science, and Computer Science to develop highly efficient scientific software.
• Maintain and document software developed with EPSCI participation.
• Support Scientists using EPSCI software with new feature support, bug fixes and training.
• Work within a group, but complete tasks independently and report on results.
• Develop and support Data Acquisition Software including support of the domain scientists using it.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (Paid Parental, vacation, holidays, and sick leave)
• 401(k) Plan – 9% Lab Contribution; 100% vested
• Flexible Work Arrangements (Remote & Alternate Work Schedules available)
• Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level