Lead Architect for Research Cloud Computing

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Lead Architect for Research Cloud Computing to work in our Scientific Computing & AI Division. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Idaho Falls facility with every other Friday off.

The Scientific Computing & AI Division leads research into the application of AI & data-driven design techniques towards accelerating the design and construction timelines of advanced energy projects as well as optimizing operations with the energy industry. The division focuses on changing the way project personnel author and manage engineering data building digital engineering ecosystems to connect this data and leveraging emerging software technologies to increase intelligent automation across the project lifecycle. This group consists of engineers and scientists with backgrounds in both traditional engineering disciplines (mechanical civil etc.) and software development collectively committed to securing our energy future by eliminating repetitive and time-consuming tasks currently bottlenecking engineering construction and operational workflows.

Responsibilities Include:

• Apply software engineering principles theories and concepts to complex cloud-based systems.
• Deploy new applications on INL cloud computing infrastructure in development test and production regions.
• Plan develop and implement software-engineering and cloud computing infrastructure solutions to complex problems and major projects.
• Work to support project plans and requirements establish scope cost and schedule estimates for design and development activities.
• Participate in technical reviews for projects at various phases of development and provide recommendations for computer technology solutions to customers and managements needs.
• Maintain and upgrade a variety of cloud-based systems as well as develop new software capabilities.
• Create and review new methodologies and architectures that advance the organizations mission.
• Document activities reports existing technologies.
• Review and analyze source code and system design documentation reports from users and other technical artifacts to create reports and present to other staff and management assessments of code quality the probable origin and implications of defects and anomalies and recommendations for improvements and enhancements.
• Engage in professional development to maintain technical proficiency in current and emerging technologies.
• You will report to the Department Manager.
• This posting closes: 10/8/25
  

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in in Computer Science Software Engineering IT or Systems Engineering and 9 years of relevant experience. Masters and 6 years of relevant experience.

• Extensive experience in cloud-based solutions and cloud infrastructure.

• Experience with DevOps pipelines and continuous integration / continuous delivery (CI/CD).

• Specific knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g. Microsoft Azure AWS).

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance which requires US Citizenship.
  

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is $111888 - $229284. At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education relevant experience and other credentials.

• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this classification the employee may be required to stand walk sit stoop kneel bend use hands to handle materials manipulate tools keyboard and type reach with hands and arms and operate job-related equipment. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical Dental Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energys mission in nuclear energy research science and national defense. With more than 6300 scientists researchers and support staff the laboratory works with national and international governments universities and industry partners to change the worlds energy future and secure our nations critical infrastructure.
INL Mission
Our mission is to discover demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision
Our vision is to change the worlds energy future and secure our nations critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see .

Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age protected veteran or disabled status or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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