Visible Team - Unity Developer (Software Developer 1/2)

What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the Software Developer 1 or 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
Join our highly collaborative team and help design next generation interactive media for the senior laboratory leadership and their stakeholders. Los Alamos National Laboratory is looking for a Unity Developer to join the Visible Team making animations and visualization solutions for a broad range of applications. The selected candidate will work to support the development and maintenance of institutional and departmental Visible Team applications. The selected candidate will be assigned to various projects based off the needs of the organization and at the discretion of SAE-1 management.
Software Developer 1 ($67,800 - $107,700)
The selected candidate will work as a Unity developer to support the development and maintenance of institutional and departmental applications. The selected candidate will be assigned to various projects based off the needs of the organization and at the discretion of SAE-1 management.
Responsibilities:

• Investigate and prototype new concepts in virtual and augmented reality spaces

• Assess, develop, debug, maintain, and set code standards

• Work closely with the designers; creating tools and processes to facilitate the development

• Work with existing frameworks, developing new frameworks and functional specifications

• Implementing dynamic UI and optimizing performance

• Implementing game features and related systems

• Run presentations to clients and other interested parties

Software Developer 2 ($81,700 - $133,100)
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level the candidate will be expected to lead smaller projects and teams, mentor other junior developers; be expected to find solutions to complex technical issues; and be regarded as an advanced developer. We will also expect the candidate to evaluate and recommend new tools and technology stacks to ensure that the organization is utilizing the best tools and methodologies in the market.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Technical Knowledge

• OOP design skills (C# a plus)

• 3+ years of Unity or Unreal Engine development experience

• A solid understanding of core game engine concepts with a knowledge of the 3D editor and management of project assets

• Proactive and able to take ownership of tasks and projects

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, computer engineering or related technical discipline such as Bachelor of Arts with a focus in Media Arts, Creative Media or Game Design

• Qualified candidates need to be a self-starter and operate in a highly dynamic environment

• Solid grasp of UI/UX implementation

Software Life Cycle
Proven software lifecycle knowledge and experience in all phases, including requirements, design, development, and testing with appropriate documentation.
Collaboration
We are looking for someone who can work well in a team-oriented environment with the ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally within and outside of the group. In addition, you must have effective interpersonal skills for communicating technical information, building relationships, and resolving conflicts.
Innovation
This position will require you to research new technologies and tools and incorporate their usage into new products and services.
Time Management
You should have strong multitasking capabilities and the ability to work on multiple products and issues simultaneously.
Additional Job Requirements for level 2:
In addition to the duties outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:

• Exceptional problem-solving and debugging skills

• An advanced grasp of UI/UX implementation

• 5+ years of Unity or Unreal Engine development experience

• Use a broad range of advanced technical skills to solve complex technical issues

Education/Experience - Level 1
Position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 2 years related experience or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Education/Experience - Level 2
Position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 5 years related experience or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with databases and mobile app development

• Working knowledge of augmented reality concepts and solutions

• Experience consuming and authoring REST services

• Experience using configuration management tools like GiT, SVN, TFS, etc.

• Basic knowledge of Maya/Blender/3ds Max

• Functional understanding of Dynamic Programming Languages (Python, Ruby, Perl) and Static Programming Languages (C, C#, C++)

• Experience with memory management in C++

• Ability to translate customer requirements into a working and maintainable solution

• Defining and implementing high performance Unity based applications

• Be results-oriented and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment

• Experience working with Agile (Scrum) methodologies

• Experience using JIRA/Confluence sites for the application lifecycle management

• Experience gathering or generating technical requirements and creating designs based on those

• Experience working with artistic teams and incorporating visual concepts and designs into functional software

• Has experience with or is interested in pair programming

• Enthusiastic about gaming culture

• Shader writing experience (HLSL or Shader Forge/Node Editor)

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Clearance
This position requires Q clearance access authorization. Applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain DOE clearances, which normally requires US citizenship.
Work Location: The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in Los Alamos, NM. Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite/partially offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
§ Dental and vision insurance
§ Free basic life and disability insurance
§ Paid childbirth and parental leave
§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs
§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q(Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

• Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to [email protected] or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.Employment StatusFull TimeAppointment TypeRegularRegular

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