Kamuela, Hawaii
Software Engineer Job Opening in Kamuela, Hawaii - Are you a Software Engineer who enjoys developing, deploying and optimizing software for control solutions? Would you like to work at one of the world?s greatest observatories in a uniquely beautiful place? If yes, we want to hear from you!
M. Keck Observatory seeks a Software Engineer to be responsible for a variety of duties related to developing, deploying and optimizing software for control solutions used at the observatory and integration of partner developed science instruments.
Principal Activities include
Design, code, integrate, and test control software to implement new observatory control systems and to improve and optimize existing systems.
Provide technical support during and post commissionin
Provide software documentation and assist in developing end-user documentation for operations handover to assure updated and accurate reference documentation is available when neede
Required Qualifications include
Bachelor of Science or equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or other relevant engineering or science field.
Three (3) years? experience in development and maintenance of distributed control systems for engineering or scientific applications.
Hands-on experience with real-time operating systems.
Experience implementing complex automation controls (such as device control, motion control and sequence control) in a scientific or industrial setting.
Strong math skills with a demonstrated ability to apply it for control applications.
Skills include
Broad knowledge of modern software engineering practices especially in areas of re-use and testability.
Competency in Unix/Linux, C, and at least one of the following: MatLab, IDL, LabVIEW, or Function Block.
Strong competency using O-O paradigm and design patterns in delivering software based solutions in Java or C++.
Application
Apply to join a skilled and deeply committed team of professionals who enable exciting and important astronomical discoveries. To learn more about this position and to apply, go to: /jobs/
About Us
The W. M. Keck Observatory operates two 10-meter optical and infrared telescopes, widely regarded as the most scientifically impactful ground-based telescopes in the world, on the summit of Maunakea on the Island of Hawaii.
Read about us, our science and our mission and submit a cover letter and resume telling us how your background and passion relate to this position. Visit us at to learn more about us. To see a video about Keck go to: /90063671
Benefits
Keck Observatory offers a robust rewards package which includes: a competitive salary; a broad benefits bundle including a 403(b) plan; a highly regarded tuition assistance program for dependent children (K-12 grade); and an unmatched focus of excellence all while working on the beautiful Big Island of Hawaii.
EEO Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $78,300.00 to $119,010.00 /year
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
in development and maintenance of distributed control systems for engineering or scientific applications: 3 years
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