HLS Software Engineer II
NSOHawaii, United States
Posted January 5, 2026
101647 - 116512 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
The National Solar Observatory (NSO) is a premier research facility dedicated to advancing solar science, operating state‑of‑the‑art telescopes and instrumentation that support both ground‑based and space‑borne solar investigations. NSO leads the development of new ground‑based observatories, collaborates with universities, industry, and government labs to push the boundaries of solar instrumentation, and provides continuous synoptic observations that contextualize solar activity for the broader scientific community. The organization also fosters education and outreach, offering research opportunities for students and developing classroom resources for teachers, while conducting innovative faculty research. Operated by the Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy under a National Science Foundation cooperative agreement, NSO uniquely integrates cutting‑edge technology, scientific leadership, and educational impact to serve the astronomical community worldwide.
Job Description
The Software Engineer II will develop and maintain high-level observatory software systems, including specialized hardware like scientific cameras and motion control systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field
- Position requires a minimum of three years of experience in software development with emphasis on Linux, Java, C++, Python and multi-threaded programming
- Ability to work within an established software framework
- Experience with Java and Python GUI front-end development and database backends using Postgres or equivalent.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic level networking knowledge
- Commitment to stay abreast of current-market hardware and software
- Sensitive to and respectful of cultural and environmental
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan contributions
