Principal Software Architect

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing software for scientific, research, or data-intensive environments.
• Experience supporting scientific instrumentation, observatory operations, or large-scale scientific data pipelines.
• Experience contributing to or leading open-source software projects.
• Experience working in astronomy, astrophysics, earth sciences, national laboratories, research institutions, or other mission-driven scientific organizations.

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely utilizes standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and copiers. The work environment is generally quiet and may involve working in close proximity to others, depending on the needs of the specific function

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.

• Occasional need to move about inside the office environment to access files, office tools, attendance in a meeting room, etc.

• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity tools that require fine motor skills, such as a calculator, copy machine, computer printer, etc.

• May occasionally need to position self to maintain computer and related tools.

• Seldomly needed to move objects up to 10 pounds.

• Constant communication with other individuals. Must be able to discern and exchange information as appropriate to the situation.

• Constant need to distinguish, discern, and identify a variety of objects and fine details with accuracy.

• Occasional work at high elevation summit sites may be required (summit elevations range from 6,800 feet to 14,000 feet)

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required by personnel so classified. This Institute promotes Equal Employment Opportunity workplace that includes reasonable accommodations to otherwise qualified, disabled applicants and employees.

Salary Range: $155,673 – $189,559 per year. The final salary will depend on skills, qualifications and experience.

AURA offers an excellent benefits package including paid time off and retirement plan contributions, competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a very attractive work environment. Details on benefits can be found at Benefits by Location - Aura Human Resources

This position will remain open until it is filled. Please submit a cover letter and a CV or resume, PDF files preferred. Please name any attachments with the following format: LastName DocName.

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