{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"d8ee831d61aad624c6930c5d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d8ee831d61aad624c6930c5d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d8ee831d61aad624c6930c5d","title":"Predoctoral Appointee – Python Developer","description":"Argonne National Laboratory in the Vehicle and Mobility Systems department (VMS) is seeking a full-time Predoctoral Appointee to support the development, enhancement, and maintenance of Python-based software applications, AI-enabled tools and research computing tools. This position focuses on software engineering and application development to support scientific and technical workflows, including desktop applications, web applications, automation, testing, data interfaces, and database-connected tools.\n\nThe successful candidate will contribute to the design, implementation, testing, and support of maintainable, scalable, and user-oriented software solutions that support research activities and operational needs. The role may also involve applying AI and machine learning techniques to analyze data, improve workflows, develop predictive or adaptive capabilities, and enhance the functionality of research software tools. The position requires strong programming skills, sound software development practices, and the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.\n\nThe Predoctoral Appointee will contribute to the development of Python-based software frameworks, applications, and utilities used in support of scientific and engineering projects. The role includes software design, coding, testing, debugging, documentation, deployment support, and ongoing maintenance of software systems and workflows.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nDesigning, developing, testing, and maintaining Python-based software applications and utilities.\n\nDeveloping software components that support data ingestion, transformation, storage, retrieval, and application integration.\n\nApplying machine learning frameworks and tools, including TensorFlow and PyTorch\n\nLeveraging large language models such as Claude, ChatGPT, and related AI assistants to support software development, data analysis, automation, and intelligent research applications.\n\nInterfacing software applications with databases and structured data sources, including MongoDB, SQLite, relational databases, XML, and JSON-based systems.\n\nWriting and maintaining SQL queries and supporting database-driven application functionality.\n\nDeveloping automation tools and scripts to improve workflow efficiency, reliability, and reproducibility.\n\nSupporting web scraping and browser automation workflows using Python, Selenium, and related tools.\n\nPerforming unit testing, functional testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and code validation using tools such as pytest, unittest/pyunit, or similar testing frameworks.\n\nDeveloping plotting and visualization components using libraries such as Matplotlib.\n\nSupporting technical workflows that may also involve MATLAB for scripting, prototyping, or interoperability with research tools.\n\nParticipating in software configuration management and collaborative development using tools such as Git, SVN, and JIRA.\n\nSupporting software usability, maintainability, and long-term sustainability in a research and development environment.\n\nPosition Requirements\n\nRecent or soon-to-be completed master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, information systems, applied mathematics, engineering, or a related technical field.\n\nExperience with Python software development.\n\nExperience using Python libraries and frameworks such as NumPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib.\n\nExperience interfacing software with databases and structured data systems, including MongoDB, SQLite, relational databases, XML, and JSON.\n\nExperience writing and maintaining SQL queries.\n\nExperience with web scraping, browser automation, or web interaction tools such as Selenium.\n\nExperience with software testing using pytest, unittest/pyunit, or similar testing frameworks.\n\nExperience with Python desktop and web development frameworks such as Tkinter, Django, Flask is a bonus\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\n\nStrong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills.\n\nAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a team research environment.\n\nAbility to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.\n\nThis position requires an on-site presence at the Argonne campus in Lemont, Illinois.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\nExperience building and maintaining software applications in a scientific, engineering, research, or technical environment.\n\nFamiliarity with software development life cycle practices, including source control, code review, testing, deployment, and documentation.\n\nExperience with software architecture, modular design, and reusable code development.\n\nExperience with scripting and workflow automation.\n\nFamiliarity with API integration, web services, or system interoperability.\n\nExperience with packaging and distributing Python applications.\n\nFamiliarity with user interface design and usability considerations for desktop or web applications.\n\nBackground in science, engineering, transportation, energy systems, economics, or a related applied domain.\n\nJob Family\n\nTemporary\n\nJob Profile\n\nPredoctoral Appointee\n\nWorker Type\n\nLong-Term (Fixed Term)\n\nTime Type\n\nFull time\n\nThe expected hiring range for this position is $58,297.00-$97,161.00.\n\nPlease note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.\n\nClick here to view Argonne employee benefits!\n\nAs an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.\n\nArgonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department.\n\nAll Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.","company":"Argonne National Laboratory","rawCompany":"argonne national laboratory","city":"Homer Glen","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-19T12:53:33.758Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1251.00","title":"Computer Programmers","slug":"computer-programmers"},{"code":"15-1254.00","title":"Web Developers","slug":"web-developers"}],"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":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Predoctoral Appointee – Python Developer","description":"Argonne National Laboratory in the Vehicle and Mobility Systems department (VMS) is seeking a full-time Predoctoral Appointee to support the development, enhancement, and maintenance of Python-based software applications, AI-enabled tools and research computing tools. This position focuses on software engineering and application development to support scientific and technical workflows, including desktop applications, web applications, automation, testing, data interfaces, and database-connected tools.\n\nThe successful candidate will contribute to the design, implementation, testing, and support of maintainable, scalable, and user-oriented software solutions that support research activities and operational needs. The role may also involve applying AI and machine learning techniques to analyze data, improve workflows, develop predictive or adaptive capabilities, and enhance the functionality of research software tools. The position requires strong programming skills, sound software development practices, and the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.\n\nThe Predoctoral Appointee will contribute to the development of Python-based software frameworks, applications, and utilities used in support of scientific and engineering projects. The role includes software design, coding, testing, debugging, documentation, deployment support, and ongoing maintenance of software systems and workflows.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nDesigning, developing, testing, and maintaining Python-based software applications and utilities.\n\nDeveloping software components that support data ingestion, transformation, storage, retrieval, and application integration.\n\nApplying machine learning frameworks and tools, including TensorFlow and PyTorch\n\nLeveraging large language models such as Claude, ChatGPT, and related AI assistants to support software development, data analysis, automation, and intelligent research applications.\n\nInterfacing software applications with databases and structured data sources, including MongoDB, SQLite, relational databases, XML, and JSON-based systems.\n\nWriting and maintaining SQL queries and supporting database-driven application functionality.\n\nDeveloping automation tools and scripts to improve workflow efficiency, reliability, and reproducibility.\n\nSupporting web scraping and browser automation workflows using Python, Selenium, and related tools.\n\nPerforming unit testing, functional testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and code validation using tools such as pytest, unittest/pyunit, or similar testing frameworks.\n\nDeveloping plotting and visualization components using libraries such as Matplotlib.\n\nSupporting technical workflows that may also involve MATLAB for scripting, prototyping, or interoperability with research tools.\n\nParticipating in software configuration management and collaborative development using tools such as Git, SVN, and JIRA.\n\nSupporting software usability, maintainability, and long-term sustainability in a research and development environment.\n\nPosition Requirements\n\nRecent or soon-to-be completed master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, information systems, applied mathematics, engineering, or a related technical field.\n\nExperience with Python software development.\n\nExperience using Python libraries and frameworks such as NumPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib.\n\nExperience interfacing software with databases and structured data systems, including MongoDB, SQLite, relational databases, XML, and JSON.\n\nExperience writing and maintaining SQL queries.\n\nExperience with web scraping, browser automation, or web interaction tools such as Selenium.\n\nExperience with software testing using pytest, unittest/pyunit, or similar testing frameworks.\n\nExperience with Python desktop and web development frameworks such as Tkinter, Django, Flask is a bonus\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\n\nStrong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills.\n\nAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a team research environment.\n\nAbility to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.\n\nThis position requires an on-site presence at the Argonne campus in Lemont, Illinois.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\nExperience building and maintaining software applications in a scientific, engineering, research, or technical environment.\n\nFamiliarity with software development life cycle practices, including source control, code review, testing, deployment, and documentation.\n\nExperience with software architecture, modular design, and reusable code development.\n\nExperience with scripting and workflow automation.\n\nFamiliarity with API integration, web services, or system interoperability.\n\nExperience with packaging and distributing Python applications.\n\nFamiliarity with user interface design and usability considerations for desktop or web applications.\n\nBackground in science, engineering, transportation, energy systems, economics, or a related applied domain.\n\nJob Family\n\nTemporary\n\nJob Profile\n\nPredoctoral Appointee\n\nWorker Type\n\nLong-Term (Fixed Term)\n\nTime Type\n\nFull time\n\nThe expected hiring range for this position is $58,297.00-$97,161.00.\n\nPlease note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.\n\nClick here to view Argonne employee benefits!\n\nAs an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.\n\nArgonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department.\n\nAll Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. 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