Software Developer - Mid Career

LLNL•Livermore, CA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Conflict Simulation Laboratory (CSL) of the Global Security Computing Applications Division (GS-CAD) within the Computing Directorate has an opening for a Senior Software Developer specializing in the analysis, design, development, and implementation of scientific software for the CSL. The CSL develops and deploys the Joint Conflict and Tactical Simulation (JCATS) and JCATS Low Overhead Driver (JLOD) simulation suites to users around the world. The CSL also works closely with external partners to enable JCATS and JLOD to interoperate with other simulation models and tools in a federated environment to support more advanced training. JCATS and JLOD are tactical simulations that model soldiers, tanks, and other military platforms maneuvering in a 3D environment. Line of sight, projectile paths, collision detection, and many other algorithms calculate real time results for military trainers and analysts. You will interface closely with sponsors and customers to determine simulation capability requirements and analyzes, designs, and implements new functionality using object-oriented programming (primarily C++) and classic computer science algorithms, while balancing performance tradeoffs. CSL simulation products are used for training and analysis by 30 countries, the Departments of Energy and War, and other government agencies. Their applications include military operations, peacekeeping, drug interdiction, homeland defense, site security, and civil defense preparation. You will interact with team members, project management, sponsors, and users, and will assume responsibility for the development and sustainment of major CSL simulation capabilities. The position will report to the E/CSL Associate Program Leader. This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level. This position requires full time onsite presence.

Requirements

Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or technical related field or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Advanced knowledge of and experience with C++, Python, and/or modern web development technologies.
Advanced skills in object-oriented analysis, design and implementation.
Advanced knowledge and experience in developing applications in a Linux/UNIX environment.
Ability to work in a highly interactive software development team.
Effective interpersonal skills necessary to interact with all levels of personnel with the ability to work independently in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively collaborate in a team environment and present and explain technical information.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as needed.
Expert-level experience working effectively from frequently vague highly complex requirements with a variety of technical, non-technical and military personnel.
Subject matter expert experience developing innovative approaches and applying new technologies to broadly defined tasks and projects.
Expert-level experience applying effective analytical and problem-solving skills to highly complex problems.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics.
Knowledge and experience with event-based software simulations.
Experience developing complex, client/server software suites.
Experience developing object-oriented GUIs, including the use of OpenGL.
Knowledge of plane and solid geometry and vector analysis.
Knowledge of domestic and foreign military operations.

Responsibilities

Conduct technical tasks and guide the development of object-oriented software packages using C++ programming language in a Linux environment.
Interface directly with sponsors, customers and other stakeholders on matters requiring coordination across organizational lines.
Participate in all phases of object-oriented product development, including analysis, design and implementation, with direct interactions with sponsors and other modeling agencies.
Create clear documentation for users on new and existing products and processes and ensure all materials are regularly updated to reflect enhancements, complex bug fixes, and workflow changes.
Conduct direct technical support to customers and collaborate with JCATS exercise operations support personnel.
Provide in depth contribution to field development and integration with outside models.
Occasional foreign and/or domestic travel, based on project and customer needs.
Contribute to and support production releases of desktop applications used by customers worldwide.
Engage other developers frequently to share relevant knowledge, opinions, and recommendations.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Act as the technical lead for the design and development of new major CSL simulation capabilities, such as hypersonic weapons, Artificial Intelligence integration, directed energy weapons, etc.
Provide remote and on-site SME technical support for various customers.
Assist the CSL APL in developing and presenting internal and external funding proposals.
Act as the technical lead for multiple simulation model functional areas with responsibility for requirements vetting, design development and reviews, software implementation, documentation, and testing verification with minimal direction.
Partner with the CSL APL and senior team leads to propose and shape tactical and strategic directions for the CSL.