{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"a48e8ec3e19343c7945bdc7f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a48e8ec3e19343c7945bdc7f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a48e8ec3e19343c7945bdc7f","title":"Scientific Engineering Associate","description":"Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is hiring a Scientific Engineering Associate within the Physics division. The position will contribute to advanced software development efforts supporting the ATLAS Experiment and DUNE Experiment. The Associate will contribute to ongoing experiment-driven development efforts and participate in forward-looking R&D projects targeting future upgrades such as the High-Luminosity Large Hadron Collider and next-generation computing architectures.\n\nThis position has an anticipated start date of June 1, 2026.\n\nYou will:\nDesign, develop, test, and maintain high-performance software for particle physics experiments, particularly ATLAS and DUNE.\nContribute to the architecture and core development of the Phlex framework, emphasizing scalable, multi-threaded, and heterogeneous (CPU/GPU) computing models.\nCollaborate with physicists, computer scientists, mathematicians and engineers across LBNL divisions to define software requirements, implement robust solutions, and develop software for high-energy particle physics.\nOptimize software for performance, scalability, and efficiency on modern computing architectures, including HPC and distributed systems.\nParticipate in research and development activities supporting future experimental and computational upgrades (e.g., HL-LHC and beyond).\nDevelop and maintain documentation, testing frameworks, and code validation procedures.\nContribute to code reviews, software integration, and release processes.\nPresent and discuss technical work at internal meetings, workshops, and relevant international scientific conferences.\nSupport deployment and operation of software in production environments for large-scale data processing.\nContribute to one or more of the ongoing projects within the ATLAS group, including the development of software for high-performance computing systems, the development of new algorithms and adaption of existing software for accelerators at heterogeneous system architectures, and the preparation of data for use in AI/ML systems.\nSupervise post-doctoral researchers and graduate students working on related projects.\nWrite scientific papers describing developments in software workflows that are accessible to a HEP audience.\n\nRequirements:\nBachelor's degree in physics, computer science, engineering, or a closely related field (or equivalent experience).\nDemonstrated experience in software development using languages such as C++, Python, or similar. Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative software development workflows.\nFamiliarity with Linux/Unix environments and modern development tools.\nBasic understanding of parallel programming concepts (e.g., multi-threading, concurrency).\nAbility to work effectively in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment.\n\nPreferred background:\nPh.D. (or equivalent degree) in physics, applied physics, computer science, or related fields.\nAt least four years of relevant postdoctoral research experience.\n\nDesired skills/knowledge:\nKnowledge of high-performance computing concepts, including parallelization, memory management, and performance optimization.\nFamiliarity with heterogeneous computing technologies (e.g., GPUs, accelerators) and related frameworks (e.g., CUDA, HIP, SYCL) is desirable.\nUnderstanding of software design principles, modular architectures, and scalable systems.\nAbility to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.\nEffective communication skills, including the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.\nAbility to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a research-driven environment.\nFamiliarity with particle physics computing workflows or large-scale scientific data processing is a plus.\nExperience with HEP software development.\nDemonstrated ability to prepare research results for publication and presentation at seminars and scientific meetings.\n\nWe're here for the same mission, to bring science solutions to the world. Join our team and YOU will play a supporting role in our goal to address global challenges! Have a high level of impact and work for an organization associated with 17 Nobel Prizes!\n\nWhy join Berkeley Lab?\nWe invest in our employees by offering a total rewards package you can count on:\nExceptional health and retirement benefits, including pension or 401K-style plans\nA culture where you'll belong - we are invested in our teams!\nIn addition to accruing vacation and sick time, we also have a Winter Holiday Shutdown every year.\nParental bonding leave (for both mothers and fathers)\n\nAdditional information:\nApplication date: Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by 04/20/2026 . Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.\nRequired Travel: The position will require some travel, predominantly to CERN and FNAL, to aid in DUNE core software framework development efforts and for discussions with ATLAS software development teams.\n\nAppointment type: This is a full-time, 1 year, term appointment with the possibility of extension or conversion to Career appointment based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs.\n\nSalary range: The expected salary for this position is $84,552-$105,720, which fits into the full salary of $84,500- $142,700 depending upon the candidate's skills, knowledge, and abilities. This includes education, certifications, and years of experience.\n\nBackground check: This position is subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.\nWork modality: Work will be primarily performed at: Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA. A REAL ID or other acceptable form of identification is required to access Berkeley Lab sites (for more information click here).\n\nWant to learn more about working at Berkeley Lab? Please visit: careers.lbl.gov\n\nEqual Employment Opportunity Employer:\nThe foundation of Berkeley Lab is our Stewardship Values: Team Science, Service, Trust, Innovation, and Respect; and we strive to build community with these shared values and commitments. Berkeley Lab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We heartily welcome applications from all who could contribute to the Lab's mission of leading scientific discovery, excellence, and professionalism. In support of our rich global community, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under State and Federal law.\n\nMisconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.","company":"Lawrence Berkeley Lab","rawCompany":"lawrence berkeley lab","city":"Berkeley","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-11T04:46:09.444Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1221.00","title":"Computer and Information Research Scientists","slug":"computer-and-information-research-scientists"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"}],"industries":[{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Scientific Engineering Associate","description":"Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is hiring a Scientific Engineering Associate within the Physics division. The position will contribute to advanced software development efforts supporting the ATLAS Experiment and DUNE Experiment. The Associate will contribute to ongoing experiment-driven development efforts and participate in forward-looking R&D projects targeting future upgrades such as the High-Luminosity Large Hadron Collider and next-generation computing architectures.\n\nThis position has an anticipated start date of June 1, 2026.\n\nYou will:\nDesign, develop, test, and maintain high-performance software for particle physics experiments, particularly ATLAS and DUNE.\nContribute to the architecture and core development of the Phlex framework, emphasizing scalable, multi-threaded, and heterogeneous (CPU/GPU) computing models.\nCollaborate with physicists, computer scientists, mathematicians and engineers across LBNL divisions to define software requirements, implement robust solutions, and develop software for high-energy particle physics.\nOptimize software for performance, scalability, and efficiency on modern computing architectures, including HPC and distributed systems.\nParticipate in research and development activities supporting future experimental and computational upgrades (e.g., HL-LHC and beyond).\nDevelop and maintain documentation, testing frameworks, and code validation procedures.\nContribute to code reviews, software integration, and release processes.\nPresent and discuss technical work at internal meetings, workshops, and relevant international scientific conferences.\nSupport deployment and operation of software in production environments for large-scale data processing.\nContribute to one or more of the ongoing projects within the ATLAS group, including the development of software for high-performance computing systems, the development of new algorithms and adaption of existing software for accelerators at heterogeneous system architectures, and the preparation of data for use in AI/ML systems.\nSupervise post-doctoral researchers and graduate students working on related projects.\nWrite scientific papers describing developments in software workflows that are accessible to a HEP audience.\n\nRequirements:\nBachelor's degree in physics, computer science, engineering, or a closely related field (or equivalent experience).\nDemonstrated experience in software development using languages such as C++, Python, or similar. Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative software development workflows.\nFamiliarity with Linux/Unix environments and modern development tools.\nBasic understanding of parallel programming concepts (e.g., multi-threading, concurrency).\nAbility to work effectively in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment.\n\nPreferred background:\nPh.D. (or equivalent degree) in physics, applied physics, computer science, or related fields.\nAt least four years of relevant postdoctoral research experience.\n\nDesired skills/knowledge:\nKnowledge of high-performance computing concepts, including parallelization, memory management, and performance optimization.\nFamiliarity with heterogeneous computing technologies (e.g., GPUs, accelerators) and related frameworks (e.g., CUDA, HIP, SYCL) is desirable.\nUnderstanding of software design principles, modular architectures, and scalable systems.\nAbility to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.\nEffective communication skills, including the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.\nAbility to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a research-driven environment.\nFamiliarity with particle physics computing workflows or large-scale scientific data processing is a plus.\nExperience with HEP software development.\nDemonstrated ability to prepare research results for publication and presentation at seminars and scientific meetings.\n\nWe're here for the same mission, to bring science solutions to the world. Join our team and YOU will play a supporting role in our goal to address global challenges! Have a high level of impact and work for an organization associated with 17 Nobel Prizes!\n\nWhy join Berkeley Lab?\nWe invest in our employees by offering a total rewards package you can count on:\nExceptional health and retirement benefits, including pension or 401K-style plans\nA culture where you'll belong - we are invested in our teams!\nIn addition to accruing vacation and sick time, we also have a Winter Holiday Shutdown every year.\nParental bonding leave (for both mothers and fathers)\n\nAdditional information:\nApplication date: Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by 04/20/2026 . Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.\nRequired Travel: The position will require some travel, predominantly to CERN and FNAL, to aid in DUNE core software framework development efforts and for discussions with ATLAS software development teams.\n\nAppointment type: This is a full-time, 1 year, term appointment with the possibility of extension or conversion to Career appointment based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs.\n\nSalary range: The expected salary for this position is $84,552-$105,720, which fits into the full salary of $84,500- $142,700 depending upon the candidate's skills, knowledge, and abilities. This includes education, certifications, and years of experience.\n\nBackground check: This position is subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.\nWork modality: Work will be primarily performed at: Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA. A REAL ID or other acceptable form of identification is required to access Berkeley Lab sites (for more information click here).\n\nWant to learn more about working at Berkeley Lab? Please visit: careers.lbl.gov\n\nEqual Employment Opportunity Employer:\nThe foundation of Berkeley Lab is our Stewardship Values: Team Science, Service, Trust, Innovation, and Respect; and we strive to build community with these shared values and commitments. Berkeley Lab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We heartily welcome applications from all who could contribute to the Lab's mission of leading scientific discovery, excellence, and professionalism. 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