LLNL

Software Developer-Mid Career

At a Glance

Location
Livermore, California, United States
Work Regime
hybrid
Employment
Full-time
Posted
2026-08-05T19:13:13.557Z

Key Requirements

Required Skills

GitJavaLinuxPython

Domain Knowledge

  • Education
  • Energy
  • Engineering
  • Government

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance

Glassdoor! Flexible Benefits Package 401(k) Relocation Assistance Education

Requirements

Advanced experience in object-oriented programming with high-level languages such as C++ or Java and interpreted languages such as Lua or Python.

Advanced experience developing software within Linux and Windows environments utilizing all aspects of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

Advanced experience with  Git source code control system and GitLab/GitHub.

Subject matter expert knowledge and expert-level experience designing, implementing, deploying, and maintaining software systems using object-oriented analysis, design, and programming techniques.

Expert-level experience in object-oriented programming with high-level languages such as C++ or Java and interpreted languages such as Lua or Python.

Expert-level experience creating technical direction and vision, writing research proposals, and/or securing sponsor funding.

Compensation & Benefits

#LI-Hybrid

Position Information

This is a Flexible Term appointment, which is for a definite period not to exceed six years.  If final candidate is a Career Indefinite employee, Career Indefinite status may be maintained (should funding allow).

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

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Flexible

Responsibilities

Security & Protection

The S&P program is responsible for developing and maintaining the Argus security system and related physical security hardware and software.

S&P also collaborates with other DOE laboratories in developing and sustaining cutting-edge security system solutions.

You will work on a multi-disciplinary team in an environment that focuses on problems of interest to LLNL and Department of Energy (DOE) programs as a member of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team environment.

This position will be filled at either the SES.3 or SES.4 level based on knowledge and related experience, as assessed by the responsibilities outlined below.

Collaborate in the development and implementation of complex software engineering methods using industry standard software development practices and modern programming languages and operating systems.

About the Company

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability.

Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.