Full Stack Engineer (Python Focused)

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory • Berkeley, CA

19h • Hybrid

About The Position

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) Scientific Networking Division has an immediate opening for a Full Stack, Python focused Software Engineer to join Energy Sciences Network (ESnet) on the Orchestration and Core Data team. The Orchestration and Core Data team is a small, collaborative group of engineers that provide innovative network management solutions designed to orchestrate and automate service deployment, device management, and ongoing operations of the ESnet network. Remote work is an option.
CSE3 candidates will apply wide-ranging expertise to contribute to the design, development, operation, and maintenance of robust, mission-critical software solutions, providing technical guidance to peers and ensuring reliable service delivery.
You will:
Contribute to building, operating, and maintaining backend and frontend network orchestration, database, and web applications.
Ensure reliability, scalability, and security of production systems, applying sound judgment in selecting methods and approaches.
Collaborate with stakeholders and guide users through the full product lifecycle, building relationships with peers and contacts across technical areas.
Apply UX/UI design principles and implement accessible, performant web interfaces using tools like Figma.
Leverage open-source and internal frameworks to support network operations.
Independently analyze complex issues, evaluate multiple factors, and write maintainable software based on user stories, specifications, and designs.
Mentor peers, coordinate activities on new assignments, and contribute to a growth-oriented team culture.
Contribute to solutions that enhance service automation, orchestration, and network operations within assigned projects.
We are looking for:
Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of related experience, or advanced degree and 6 years; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Wide-ranging expertise with software development using Python and JavaScript.
Exposure to scalable systems, interfaces, and data models.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work effectively in collaborative, interdisciplinary teams.
Linux development skills with Python and JavaScript.
Understanding of data structures and algorithms.
Familiarity with web APIs such as GraphQL, REST, and SOAP.
Ability to deliver solutions on time and within project constraints.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Requirements

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of related experience, or advanced degree and 6 years; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Wide-ranging expertise with software development using Python and JavaScript.
• Exposure to scalable systems, interfaces, and data models.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in collaborative, interdisciplinary teams.
• Linux development skills with Python and JavaScript.
• Understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Familiarity with web APIs such as GraphQL, REST, and SOAP.
• Ability to deliver solutions on time and within project constraints.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing automated deployment systems or network management software.
• Familiarity with Django, SQLAlchemy, FastAPI, ReactJS/NextJS, GraphQL.
• Solid proficiency with Django, SQLAlchemy, or other Python frameworks.
• Understanding of REST and GraphQL-based API solutions.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum, testing, source code management (Git/GitHub), and release procedures.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to building, operating, and maintaining backend and frontend network orchestration, database, and web applications.
• Ensure reliability, scalability, and security of production systems, applying sound judgment in selecting methods and approaches.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and guide users through the full product lifecycle, building relationships with peers and contacts across technical areas.
• Apply UX/UI design principles and implement accessible, performant web interfaces using tools like Figma.
• Leverage open-source and internal frameworks to support network operations.
• Independently analyze complex issues, evaluate multiple factors, and write maintainable software based on user stories, specifications, and designs.
• Mentor peers, coordinate activities on new assignments, and contribute to a growth-oriented team culture.
• Contribute to solutions that enhance service automation, orchestration, and network operations within assigned projects.

Benefits

• Exceptional health and retirement benefits, including pension or 401K-style plans
• A culture where you’ll belong - we are invested in our teams!
• In addition to accruing vacation and sick time, we also have a Winter Holiday Shutdown every year.
• Parental bonding leave (for both mothers and fathers)
• Pet insurance

What This Job Offers

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