Scientific Software Engineer

Team Red Dog is hiring a Scientific Software Engineer for our client a Fortune 50 technology leader and AI-driven technology this role youll develop customer-facing software maintain GitHub repositories and build reusable AI agents and community assets that support scientists and data scientists solving complex research challenges. Youll apply modern software engineering practices to scientific computing machine learning and simulation-based workflows while working with cutting-edge AI and LLM technologies. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful research initiatives while helping establish best practices for AI-powered scientific software development.

Top Required Skills (Must Haves):

1. GitHub & Version Control (12 years): Experience maintaining GitHub repositories managing customer-facing codebases collaborating through version control and publishing reusable software assets.
2. AI LLMs & Agentic AI (12 years): Working knowledge of large language models AI agents APIs MCP and machine learning concepts used to develop intelligent software solutions.
3. Scientific Software Development (12 years): Experience applying software engineering practices to scientific computing computational science simulation or research-based applications.
4. Programming & Software Engineering: Strong coding skills with the ability to write maintainable reusable code while supporting technical customers and collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Opportunity Overview:

This team enables scientists and data scientists by developing software that accelerates research experimentation and AI-driven discovery. Youll own customer-facing GitHub repositories write production-quality code and create reusable software components that improve scientific workflows across machine learning simulation and computational science projects. If you enjoy solving challenging technical problems while working at the intersection of software engineering AI and scientific research this role provides exceptional exposure to emerging technologies and real-world innovation.

How you will make an impact:

• Develop maintain and own customer-facing GitHub repositories.
• Write high-quality reusable software that supports scientific and data science customers.
• Build repeatable AI agents and publish reusable community assets that establish engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with product teams to onboard and support customers.
• Apply software engineering principles to scientific computing and computational research problems.
• Support machine learning AI and simulation-related initiatives.
• Troubleshoot software issues and implement technical improvements.
• Contribute to coding standards version control and collaborative software development practices.

The expertise you bring:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Software Engineering or a related technical field or equivalent practical experience.
• 12 years of experience using GitHub and modern version control practices.
• 12 years of experience working with AI LLMs APIs MCP or machine learning technologies.
• 12 years of experience applying software engineering practices within scientific computing computational science simulation or related technical domains.
• Strong programming and software development skills.
• Experience troubleshooting technical issues and improving software quality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers researchers and technical customers.
• GitHub portfolio demonstrating previous software development work.

What makes a candidate highly successful in this role:

Candidates who stand out have hands-on experience applying software engineering skills to scientific or research-focused environments rather than solely traditional application development. They demonstrate strong GitHub practices understand modern AI and agentic AI technologies and have experience building reusable software that supports machine learning computational science or simulation workflows. A portfolio of open-source contributions or customer-facing GitHub repositories combined with curiosity for emerging AI technologies will set candidates apart.

Why Work with Team Red Dog

At Team Red Dog people are at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment to personalized service and our deep experience in matching talented professionals with meaningful roles at some of the worlds most inspiring companies is what sets us apart. We take the time to understand your unique skills strengths and passionsbecause we believe your career should reflect who you are.

Whether youre looking to grow pivot or simply find a place where your work truly matters we offer opportunities that empower you to make a positive impact. With excellent benefits a supportive team and a role where you can thrive while doing what you love were here to help you take the next step with confidence. Join usand discover what it means to be genuinely valued in your career.

Generous benefits package for qualified employees includes:

• Health insurance (medical dental vision and life)
• Employer-matched 401K plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

Estimated Start Date: Immediately

Location: Fully Remote (U.S.); West Coast preferred with flexibility to support PST EST or European collaboration.

Job #: 2554

Job Type and Estimated Duration: W2 contract opportunity through 12/31/2026 with potential for extension up to 18 months subject to performance budget and client discretion.

Rate: $7200/month

Team Red Dog is committed to providing equal opportunities to everyone regardless of race ethnicity gender age religion sexual orientation disability or any other characteristic. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process reach out to and we will work to ensure an accessible experience. We strictly adhere to federal state and local laws to maintain a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

We offer competitive compensation aligned with U.S. industry standards and our final offer will reflect the candidates location job-specific skills experience and knowledge.

• All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship.
• Team Red Dog is an E-Verify employer.
• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a reference and background check.
• Please no solicitations from C2C or recruiting firms.

Required Experience:

IC