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COMPANY OVERVIEW

XCEL Engineering, Inc. is an award-winning small business that provides trusted information technology, engineering, consulting and project management solutions and services to federal agencies and organizations. Originally founded in 1971 by professional engineers at the University of Tennessee, XCEL was acquired in 2003 by U.S. Army and Navy veterans and in 2023 became a MartinFed company.

XCEL Engineering is a part of IT Lab Partners (ITLP) which was created to support a leading research facility in the East Tennessee region in recruiting the best and the brightest technical talent. Considering joining our impressive team today!

JOB OVERVIEW

XCEL Engineering has an opening for a Software Engineer C++ to join our team of talented and diverse individuals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Contribute to the development of open source software on scientific projects and original research including scientific papers, reports and other artifacts.
• Work closely with stakeholders to meet their software requirements, address bugs, and achieve their scientific goals.
• Deploy, maintain, and support web applications, servers, and cloud development platforms in support of scientific projects.
• Participate in the roadmap, vision, and strategy for enhancing software quality.
• Mentor students to help them grow.
• Participate in developing the strategic direction of research software engineering.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of a BS degree in computer science, or a related field.
• Previous experience with modern object-oriented programming languages including C++, Java or Python, outside of degree.
• Software development experience in computational science, engineering, computer science, or applied math.
• Strong python experience
• Web services (REST APIs, microservices, OIDC)
• Experience with JavaScript/Vue
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Security Clearance if needed which requires US Citizenship.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MS degree or Ph.D. preferred.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• The ability to work on a team in a dynamic group environment as the team meets daily, practices Continuous Integration, collaborates on the source code and has regular deadlines.
• Prior experience developing or contributing to large, complex software systems. Activity within the broader open-source software community would be looked upon favorably but is not required.
• Experience with software development methodologies, such as version control systems like Git and Subversion and knowledge of UML.
• Experience using multiple languages, including the following: C/C++, Java, JavaScript, Python. Applicants with experience only in Fortran will not be considered.
• Experience with Containers (docker/singularity)
• Experience with SciPy/Keras/TensorFlow
• Familiarity with testing methodologies, writing and implementing manual and automated testing processes and test strategies.
• Familiarity with code quality metrics and tools.
• Familiarity with DevOps.
• Familiarity with Agile concepts and practices.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS and ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Inside office environment.
• Working on a computer for long periods of time.
• May involve long period of sitting at a desk.
• The work environment is fast-paced and sometimes involves extreme deadline pressures.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Xcel Engineering is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender xpression, transgender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, protected Veteran Status, genetics or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Xcel Engineering's current openings as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 855.212.1810. Thank you for your interest in Xcel Engineering.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://www.applicantpro.com/j/2964431-799165