Position Description:
Would you like to be part of leading and developing mission-critical software for some of the largest scientific endeavors on the planet? Would you like to be part of a highly skilled international team of engineers and scientists pushing the boundaries of humankind’s knowledge of the universe?
The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is seeking a Lead for the CASA Group within the Data Management and Software (DMS) software division of NRAO.
The CASA Group is responsible for the Common Astronomy Software Applications (CASA) package that supports the data post-processing needs of NRAO’s current generation of radio astronomical telescopes, ALMA and the VLA. The CASA software package provides the foundation upon which pipeline workflows are assembled and connected to observatory systems to allow automated data calibration and imaging.
As CASA Group Lead, you will oversee the future of the current CASA software, participate alongside RADPS leadership to define and realize the RADPS development model, and manage staff, resources and processes to implement the transition of development and operations from CASA to RADPS.
What You Will be Doing:
- You will be responsible for personnel management for the software team, programmatic and technical oversight of the CASA software, and resource allocation across multiple projects (CASA and RADPS).
- Personnel management involves building and maintaining a culture of trust, mutual collaboration, accountability, and excellence within the group and with stakeholders.
- Programmatic and technical oversight for CASA involves oversight of all aspects of the lifecycle of the CASA software for which the group is responsible.
- Resource management across multiple projects (CASA and RADPS).
Work Environment:
Work is typically performed in a research and development office environment. Occasional travel (domestic and international) may be required.
Who You Are:
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, physics, astronomy, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
Minimum Experience: At least seven years of experience in software development, with at least three or more years of experience managing a software group of five or more people.
Additional skills & Abilities:
- Strong interpersonal and group communications skills, oral and written.
- Familiarity with a wide variety of technologies, such as C, C++, Python, testing frameworks, threading, parallelization.
- Ability to translate science requirements into software requirements.
- Must possess strong leadership and delegation capabilities.
Application Instructions:
Select the “Apply” button. Please upload your current CV/Resume and a cover letter describing your interest and suitability for the position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
AUI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, Minorities, Vietnam-Era Veterans, Disabled Veterans, Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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