HPC Research Software Engineer - Space Systems

Oceaneering Space Systems (OSS) develops, integrates, and applies new and innovative technologies to meet the challenges of working in space and other harsh environments. We are ideally positioned to meet the growing needs of NASA and the expanding commercial and Department of Defense (DOD) markets.

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments - from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers' challenges - from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets. Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Are you passionate about solving complex problems? Join our dynamic team as a High Performance Computing (HPC) Research Software Engineer and become a vital contributor to support NASA as an Oceaneering Teammate on the JSC Engineering, Technology, and Science (JETS) II contract. As an integral part of our organization, you'll play a crucial role in the Software Engineering section in the Engineering Department on the NASA JSC Engineering, Technology and Science II (JETS II) Contract.
This role will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the thrilling world of human spaceflight and deep space exploration programs. Your contributions will ensure that our services not only meet - but outperform all standards and expectations. As a HPC Research Software Engineer, you'll find yourself at the forefront of innovation, collaborating with a passionate team who shares your dedication to excellence. If you're seeking to immerse yourself in an environment where your skills and expertise will make a genuine impact, we invite you to join our team!
We are seeking someone with a keen eye for detail, a strong commitment to owning their work, and providing superior quality. You should be a person who thrives in a diverse environment and who is comfortable communicating at all levels of the organization. To be successful in this role, you should have a sense of genuine, engaging curiosity, and a desire for growth and continuous learning.
Someone in this role would typically have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science and five (5) years of experience. This position can be hired at any level in our professional career framework, depending on business need at the time of hire.
**International travel may be required. Straight time overtime, 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), and/or 1 day of telework per week may be available**

SOME OF YOUR MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

* Partner with Flight Science Lab (FSL) Users to evaluate and optimize the software development practices of the the project.
* Participate in the planning and major development efforts on software engineering projects and Navigation, and analysis.
* Work closely with partners and external contractors to meet their software requirements.
* Act as a mentor for good software development and engineering in HPC environments.
* Perform other duties as required.

REQUIRED

* Bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience.
* Experience programming in C++, Python 3, GNU Make.
* Demonstrated Experience with version control (Git), containers, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).
* Experience helping others use HPC services.
* Demonstrated problem-solving experience.
* Demonstrated task planning, and effective communication skills.
* Demonstrated experience working daily in a Linux OS.

PREFERRED

* 6+ years of experience in addition to the degree.
* Experience developing software for use in HPC environments.
* Experience with Monte Carlo type workflows and optimizing them for use in HPC environments.
* Experience with Trick bases simulation workflows, and related toolsets.
* Experience with modern software practices such as test-driven development, Agile software development practices and affirm, proven knowledge of software development lifecycles.
* Activity within the broader open-source software community.
* Demonstrated Experience with Podman and HPC environments.
* Demonstrated Experience with Gitlab and Jenkins tools.
* Code Sample: A software project sample exercise will be used for evaluation purposes later in the application process.
* Your project should - be provided as an open-source git repository on the GitHub (or similar) platform and represent an example of how you would create a new software development project and workflow to be used by a dozen or more developers. The content of this small repository is open-ended and ultimately up to you to decide, but it should be tailored to a Linux-based workflow. We want to see how you make choices when standing up a new software project and the content of this repo will be a good catalyst for discussion between you and the FSL HPC.

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors