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Adaptive Optics Software Engineer

W. M. Keck Observatory
Waimea, USA
Full-time
Senior · 5+ years experience
Onsite
USD 108914-132395 yearly / year
Discovered 3 weeks ago
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Why Choose W. M. Keck Observatory:

Competitive starting salary

Generous benefits package, including 4 weeks of annual paid vacation

A robust 8% 403(b) employer contribution (with a 4% employee contribution)

Tuition assistance for dependent children grades K-12 attending private school on Hawai’i Island

Comprehensive, employer provided health insurance

We offer relocation support for candidates moving from outside the area

Be a part of a dedicated team working on the frontiers of astronomy

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science or equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Applied Mathematics
  • Five (5) years experience in development of software for engineering or scientific applications
  • Two (2) years or more of experience in motion control and related hardware
  • Five (5) years experience in programming in C or C++, and Python
  • Experience developing real-time control applications
  • Experience implementing automation controls (such as device control, motion control and sequence control) in a scientific or industrial setting
  • Experience with real-time operating systems
  • Experience in Unix/Linux and shell scripting
  • Mastery of software engineering principles and practices
  • Demonstrated data analysis skills with experience in either Python, IDL, or MATLAB
  • Microsoft Office Proficiency
  • Broad knowledge of modern software engineering practices, especially in software re-use and testability
  • High level of competency in C, C++, or Python programming
  • Strong competency using O-O paradigm and design patterns in delivering software solutions
  • Practical experience of configuration management, build and release management processes
  • Certificates or licenses are not required

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