What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Stack Software Engineer position at Gemini Observatory?
NSF’s NOIRLab is the preeminent US national center for ground-based, nighttime optical and infrared astronomy. NOIRLab is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) which operates as a matrix organization, providing services across a range of programs : Gemini, Rubin, MSO (CTIO and KPNO), and CSDC; with facilities in three geographic locations : Arizona, Chile and Hawai’i. The mission of NOIRLab is to enable breakthrough discoveries in astrophysics by developing and operating state-of-the-art ground-based observatories and providing data products and services for a diverse and inclusive community.
NSF’s NOIRLab is seeking a talented Full-Stack Software Engineer to help shape the future of data-driven astronomical discovery. Join our dynamic team in designing, developing, and operating services and interfaces built on massive astronomical datasets and alert streams.
At NOIRLab we provide several platforms for our scientific user community, including :
- Astro Data Archive : A Petabyte-scale searchable repository of astronomical images and data, integrated with systems for telescope data transfer and image processing.
- Astro Data Lab : A Jupyter-enabled platform for searching and analyzing astronomical catalog data, spectra, images, and other high-level data products.
- ANTARES : A real-time astronomical event broker capable of processing ~10 million alerts per night.
We are working to integrate these platforms into a unified, streamlined user experience while enabling deployment in cloud environments through containerization.
We are also driving innovation in Multi-Messenger Astrophysics , creating systems to offer rapid, programmable access to world-class telescopes. This includes developing a rapid reduction pipeline for the Dark Energy Camera (DECam) .
We are looking for a Full-Stack Software Engineer who will play a critical role in the continued design, development, and operations of these systems. This role offers the opportunity to :
This position can be performed remotely from Chile or from U.S. states where AURA operates : Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, New Mexico, Virginia, Washington, or Washington, D.C. Other options may be considered.
Essential functions
Required qualifications and significant experiences
Preferred qualifications
Physical Demands :
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.
This work is mostly carried out in an office environment. Long periods of sitting may be required. For full list of physical please see official job description. Some Travel may be necessary in or outside the contiguous United States.
Veterans, disabled individuals or wounded warriors needing assistance with the employment process should request assistance at employment@aura-astronomy.org
Salary Range : $89,000 - $155,300 (Software Engineer II - IV). The final salary will depend on skills, qualifications, experience and job location.
Salaries for positions hired in Chile meet Chile national market rates and internal scales for AURA.
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 https : / / hr.aura-astronomy.org / benefits-by-location /
The position will remain open until it is filled. To be considered in the first round of reviews, please submit your application by February 4, 2025.
The Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA) is a consortium of 49 US institutions and 3 international affiliates that operates world-class astronomical observatories for the National Science Foundation and NASA. AURA’s role is to establish, nurture, and promote public observatories and facilities that advance innovative astronomical research. In addition, AURA is deeply committed to public and educational outreach, and to diversity throughout the astronomical and scientific workforce. AURA carries out its role through its astronomical facilities.
As a recipient of U.S. Government funding, AURA is considered a government contractor and is subject to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action regulations. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, AURA does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity / gender identity expression, lawful political affiliations, veteran status, disability, and / or any other legally protected status under applicable federal, state, and local equal opportunity laws. The statements below as well as the requests for self-identification are required pursuant to these regulations. We encourage your participation in meeting these federal reporting requirements which are included for protection and to assist us in our recordkeeping and reporting. Your responses are kept strictly confidential.
Salary : $89,000 - $155,300
