Software Engineer Group Lead, Common Domain Software

Position Description:Position SummaryAt NRAO we are recruiting a full-time Software Engineering Group Lead to provide technical leadership planning and management for software products and shared software infrastructure that support radio astronomy data acquisition data movement processing and analysis. The group known as the Common Domain Software Group will be responsible for developing and maintaining reusable software capabilities common services integration patterns and infrastructure components that can be applied across multiple NRAO systems and Software Engineering Group Lead will guide short- and long-term planning coordinate development activities and help establish engineering practices that improve interoperability reliability maintainability and operational effectiveness. The role includes leading work related to shared software models system integration messaging and communication mechanisms data transport workflow support data repositories service interfaces deployment approaches and other software infrastructure needed to support distributed scientific computing Common Domain Software Group is also responsible for frontline support of existing telescope operations and for the timely and appropriate resolution of real time issues that impede scientific operations at all NRAO support of operational responsibilities this group will work to enhance diagnostic and monitoring tools and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to maintain operational performance. The combination of operations and common software under a single Common Domain Software Group Lead allows for the development of foundational software that is efficient and reliable in operations. This position requires close collaboration with scientists software engineers systems engineers operations staff and project stakeholders to ensure that common software infrastructure is aligned with current operational needs and future observatory capabilities. The group will help identify opportunities to standardize reusable components reduce duplication improve system consistency and support the evolution of NRAO software systems over position can be based at any of our NRAO locations including Albuquerque NM Socorro NM Charlottesville VA or Green Bank WV. For well-qualified candidates a remote work arrangement may be you will be doing:As the Common Domain Software Engineer Group Lead you will be responsible for the overall personnel and technical management of software teams responsible for 1) standardized data repositories 2) system communications 3) data transport and 4) frontline 24x7 operational support and integration. You will also be responsible for regular reporting on management status and compliance with deadlines to senior management at NRAO and other participating organizations and you may be asked to present that status to other stakeholders or advisory bodies in formal or informal reviews. Personnel management involves building and maintaining a culture of trust mutual collaboration accountability and excellence within the Common Domain Software group and with its stakeholders. This includes:Seeking to increase the technical diversity and expertise of the group through robust recruiting and onboarding practices. Professional development for existing staff and succession a professional working environment and efficient work processes are maintained through direct line management of timesheets and periodic performance reviews including interacting with the Human Resources and Business departments of the Observatory when compliance with NRAO and government safety policies and procedures in own work area is guidance from the Observatory Human Resource Department coordinating and advising on personnel matters ensuring compliance with applicable policies such as affirmative staff on planning technical and operational matters instructs and orienting new employees as implementing developing and/or recommending changes to rules regulations policies and procedures set forth by the management involves oversight of all aspects of the lifecycle of software for which the group is responsible including: Gathering of requirements planning development assigning tasks tracking progress coordinating integration testing acceptance and release while fulfilling high standards of quality. Managing stakeholder relationships establishing priorities based on stakeholder needs and maintaining effective the delivery of high-quality software products by the team that meets stakeholder expectations and schedules. Technical management involves interacting directly with all group members:Developing the software the integration of software a consistent view and quality of implementation across all of the software. Approving technical direction within the team. Interacting with a team of expert developers and improving on present practices whenever and wherever appropriate. Work EnvironmentWork is typically performed in a research and development office environment. Occasional travel (domestic and international) may be requiredWho You Are:EducationA Bachelors degree in computer science physics astronomy or related field. Advanced degree have at least seven years of experience in software development with at least three or more years of experience managing a software team of three or more relevant experience will be considered. You must have prior experience in computing data transport and systems communications design and concepts. Skills and CompetenciesStrong interpersonal and group communications skills oral and written. Familiarity with a wide variety of technologies such as Java C C Python testing frameworks threading parallelization. Ability to translate science requirements into software of software architecture and the implications it has for possess strong leadership and delegation capabilities. Ability to maintain and develop productive collaborations across organizations anticipate and mitigate political and technical issues. Ability to establish firm professional and respectful interactions with staff and stakeholders. Demonstrated strong initiative in refining and clarifying requirements defining and implementing QA processes plan definition and monitoring defining technical direction and facilitating alignment. Ability to learn new areas and apply learning. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities. Familiarity with project management concepts and SummaryAs a Software Engineer Group Lead you are expected to have demonstrated experience leading software development groups preferably within the domain of astronomy. To be successful you shall also have experience in leading a distributed team of developers and be familiar with management planning and reporting aspects. You should be prepared to deal with already ongoing activities while also having the ability to formulate a long-term direction. You should have experience balancing the maintenance improvement and enhancement of operational software. Planning skills and appropriate management of a team of expert developers and scientists are essential. Competency and experience dealing with the development process from requirements gathering to development testing and the formalism needed to achieve an orderly process is also expected. You must be able to build strong and productive relationships with stakeholders who have complex and sometimes conflicting requirements such as scientists development partners and operations organizations. Strong decision-making consensus building and communication skills are RequirementObservatory employees must be authorized to work in the United States. Total Rewards:CompensationThe starting salary rate of this position is between $123000-$154000 per year. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include; education experience skills competencies other qualifications of the successful candidate as well as internal equity and labor market :Associated Universities Inc (AUI) offers a comprehensive benefits package addressing the needs of employees and their families with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment subject to eligibility requirements. AUI provides:Excellent paid time off (13 holidays annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days)Medical dental and vision plans are effective on the first day of retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participants base pay with no required employee Total Rewards for more Instructions:Select the Apply button above. Please be prepared to upload your current CV/Resume and a cover letter describing interest and suitability for the Opportunity Employer Statement:AUI is an equal opportunity employer. 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