Senior/Principal R&D Computer Science - Full Stack Java Developer, Onsite

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The Component, Science, Engineering, and Production (CSEP) Information Systems and Operational Technology Solutions department (Org 7577) is seeking an experienced full-stack Java developer to join our collaborative team supporting IT solutions across Sandia's discrete manufacturing and lot-based production center

This role is ideal for a versatile, self-motivated developer who thrives on solving diverse, high-impact technical challenges. The successful candidate will design, implement, integrate, upgrade, optimize, and extend both custom-built and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) systems that enable critical manufacturing operations. These systems include tester applications, waveform analysis tools, and manufacturing execution solutions. The position offers the opportunity to work across the full software stack, contribute to modernization initiatives, and deliver robust, reliable capabilities that directly support national security missions.

On any given day, you may:

• Design, develop, deploy, and maintain full-stack software solutions, primarily using Java, but also C#/.NET and Python to support mission critical manufacturing operations
• Contribute to the design, implementation, and sustainment of tester and waveform analysis applications and associated analytical tools
• Demonstrated cyber security awareness by writing secure code
• Develop and evaluate integration approaches connecting Oracle ERP, Solumina MES, and both Smart Manufacturing COTS and custom applications--ensuring reliable, secure, and scalable system interoperability
• Advance digital engineering and digital thread initiatives by applying model-based practices that strengthen traceability and manufacturing quality
• Research, explore, and apply AI-enabled methods to enhance productivity, increase workflow efficiency, and support the department's modernization strategies
• Collaborate closely with cybersecurity professionals to deliver secure and compliant solutions using graded, risk-informed decision making
• Build and sustain effective relationships with manufacturing/engineering partners, CIO collaborators, and stakeholders across Sandia--ensuring strong communication, alignment, and customer support

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.

$117,500 - $235,700

*Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and five (5) years of directly relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development.
• Ability ot obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance

The ideal R&D Computer Science candidate for Sandia National Laboratories will in addition possess the following:

• Graduate degree in Computer Science or a highly related field where an independent research project was a graduation requirement (e.g., independent project, thesis, or dissertation).
• Demonstrated software development skills and familiarity with modern software development practices and tools (e.g., Agile).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, and a passion to improve and expand technical skills.

Also, for this posting we are seeking individuals with the following experience:

• Demonstrated intermediate-to-expert proficiency in Java (Java 21+), evidenced by delivery of production-quality code (design, implementation, testing, debugging)
• Proficiency with SQL, including schema design, indexing strategies, and query performance tuning
• Demonstrated ability and interest to integrate AI into all aspects of their work for the purposes of accelerating technical growth and proficiency
• Proficiency with Python 3.x and/or C#/.NET
• Networking fundamentals and troubleshooting experience
• Working knowledge of DevOps practices and tooling (e.g., Git, CI/CD pipeline development and management
• Active DOE Q clearance

The Component, Science, Engineering, and Production (CSEP) department, org. 7577, provides IT, OT, and cyber security assurance support and services to our engineering partners across Sandia's Neutron Generator and Advanced Manufacturing Enterprise, Explosives Technologies, and Power Sources technologies centers. The department delivers varied, challenging, and high-impact mission work and often provides key inputs to future planning and strategic decisions. As an embedded capability, team members have deep domain knowledge and experience with Sandia's manufacturing systems and processes. Team members also collaborate often with colleagues across Sandia's CIO and Cyber organizations to optimize solutions. The department's offerings include expertise in cyber assurance; Oracle ERP manufacturing software operational support and expertise; custom application development (Java, C# .NET, Python); operational support, and Microsoft business intelligence and DataMart services (utilizing both SQL server and Oracle databases).

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of three (3) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

Sandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.

Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.

If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs.  

If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.