Position Title: PSL R&D Software Developer,Assc

Employee Classification: R&D Software Developer,Assc

College/Division: Physical Science Laboratory

Department: 470680-PSL INFORMATION SCIENCES

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Salary commensurate with experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.00

Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt

Summary: Join the PSL Information Sciences & Security Systems team as a R&D Software Developer Assc!

Classification Summary:Using established procedures and working under immediate supervision, performs assigned tasks related to providing functional and empirical analysis related to the design, development, and implementation of software operating systems on a classified project, including but not limited to, utility software, development software, and diagnostic software. Participates in the development of test strategies, devices and systems.

Classification Standard Duties:Works as part of a Government/contractor team. Using established procedures and working under immediate supervision, performs task such as: Full lifecycle application development. Designing, coding and debugging applications in various software languages. Software analysis, code analysis, requirements analysis, software review, identification of code metrics, system risk analysis, software reliability analysis. Object-oriented Design and Analysis (OOA and OOD). Software modeling and simulation. Front end graphical user interface design. Software testing and quality assurance. Performance tuning, improvement, balancing, usability, automation. Support, maintain and document software functionality. Integrate software with existing systems. Evaluate and identify new technologies for implementation. Project Planning and Project Management. Maintain standards compliance. Implement localization or globalization of software. Work is routine and instructions are usually detailed. Little evaluation, originality or ingenuity is required of this classification.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency

Required Education:Bachelor's degree in a related field.; Required Experience:No previous work experience required.; Equivalency:None; Required Certification/License:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge and understanding of principles, procedures, regulations, and standards applicable to the job. Understanding of the University's mission, vision and goals.; SKILLS:Short- and long-term planning; problem analysis and resolution; report preparation and presentation; interpersonal and organizational communication, both oral and written.; ABILITIES:Develop and maintain effective working relationships; maintain accurate and orderly records; use independent judgment and initiative; organize and direct activities.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Using established procedures and working under direct supervision performs tasks such as

full lifecycle application development

design, code, test, and debug applications in various software languages and operating systems

software, code, and requirements analysis

software review, identification of code metrics, system risk analysis, software reliability analysis

• Knowledge of a variety of machine learning techniques such as clustering, decision tree learning, artificial neural networks, and their real-world implementation

• Utilize Object-Oriented Design and Analysis (OOA and OOD)

• Support software modeling and simulation

• Develop front end graphical user interface design

• Perform software testing and quality assurance

• Support performance tuning, improvement, balancing, usability, automation

• Support, maintain, and document software functionality

• Support integration of software with existing systems

• Evaluate and identify AI/ML technologies for implementation

• Maintain standards compliance

• Implement localization or globalization of software

• Must be able to work in the field and travel for mission support

• Provide input for progress and status reports

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Python, C/C++, C#, HTML5, JavaScript, CSS, Bash

• Familiarity with Matplotlib/Seaborn, Scit-kit, mySQL, MAVEN, Gradle, with PyQt, NumPy, Pandas, Keras

• Familiarity with docker container application development, Git/GitHub, Anaconda, Kubernetes

• Experience with AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, Lambda Stack

• Knowledge of architectures to include but not limited to i686/x86_64, ARM

• Familiarity with RHEL/Centos Linux, MS Windows operating systems

• Familiarity with Linux Networking

• Ability to work in a small fast paced team

• Strong communication skills to include verbal and written

Special Requirements of the Position

- Must be a U.S. Citizen

- Must possess a clearance (preferred) or be able to obtain a clearance within six (6) months of start of employment

- Must maintain clearance throughout employment

- Position is subject to random drug testing in compliance with its drug-free workforce requirements.

- This position has been established as a primary key position under the "All Hazard Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP)" and is essential to operational continuity and/or recovery. In an emergency situation, primary key positions are required to report to work unless directed by supervisor or public safety authorities not to report for health and safety reasons.

This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

Department Contact: psl_hrs@psl.nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Shift: Other Shift

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: Compressed Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 9-hour days; Friday, 8-hour day with alternate Friday off

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

Physical Effort: Moderate physical activity.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

Risk: Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.