Responsibilities

The Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) and the Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory (EMSL) seek a Senior Systems Architect to further EMSL’s digital ecosystem and integrated research goals. The candidate should have experience in software development and managing scientific data using FAIR principles.

• Provide architectural oversight for developing highly complex new and enhanced scientific applications/data products. Integrates components built by application developers and programmers as needed. Provides technical advice to all digital teams within EMSL.

• Communicate effectively with EMSL leaders and researchers, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders to understand current and future needs to manage scientific data by DOE BER requirements.

• Acts as liaison between external BER sources and EMSL to develop and integrate data sources and ensure the data follows BER standards and guidelines.

• Lead strategy development, planning, and implementation of complex scientific workflows that integrate internal and external BER and other relevant data resources. Proven experience in design and implementation in the modern data stack.

• Studies/applies industry benchmarks to formulate non-functional requirements like scalability, performance, automation, APIs/interfaces, integrations, etc.

• Explaining the technical solutions and coaching the solutions team (e.g., developers, UI/UX designer, etc.)

• Extensive knowledge of software architecture, sound knowledge of technical and functional architecture, and common architecture patterns

• Take end-to-end responsibility for the development, quality, availability, and integrity of data, solutions, and respective systems and integrate proactive strategies and best practices regarding data integrity, security, and scalability.

• Adhere to and drive modern software engineering practices through code and design reviews and by using data/telemetry to make decisions.

• Partner cross-functionally to build and improve new/existing constructs and solve data engineering problems. Experience leading and managing cross functional teams

• Provide career development coaching, mentoring, and feedback to ensure team members have appropriate technical, business and operational skills, training, and experience. Promote a healthy organizational culture through a supportive and inclusive work environment.

• Build strong relationships with relevant PMs, PMODs, peers, upper management, and other relevant internal/external stakeholders to advocate for staff members, as well as assist team members in forming and maintaining strong professional networks.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS/BA and 7+ years of relevant work experience -OR-

• MS/MA and 5+ years of relevant work experience -OR-

• PhD with 3+ year of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• ETL, SQL, NoSQL, and Data Management frameworks

• Experience with cloud technologies

• Backend languages and tools such as Python, PostgreSQL, and database management.

• 10-12 years of experience with data architecture, large-scale data modeling, networking and database design, and business requirements gathering analysis, ideally including technical leadership

• Knowledge of programming languages Python, C/C++, Java, and Perl, and datavisualization tools such as R/Shiny, Tableau, D3.js

Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment

Not applicable

Additional Information

Position is expected to start in November 2024

“Referral Eligible”

Testing Designated Position

This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP)

About PNNL

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!

At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or 3-hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.

Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity

Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov .

Drug Free Workplace

PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.

If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.

HSPD-12 PIV Credential Requirement

In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

Mandatory Requirements

Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.

Rockstar Rewards

Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.

• Research Associates excluded.

**Once eligibility requirements are met.

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Notice to Applicants

PNNL lists the full pay range for the position in the job posting. Starting pay is calculated from the minimum of the pay range and actual placement in the range is determined based on an individual’s relevant job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. This approach is applicable to all positions, with the exception of positions governed by collective bargaining agreements and certain limited-term positions which have specific pay rules.

As part of our commitment to fair compensation practices, we do not ask for or consider current or past salaries in making compensation offers at hire. Instead, our compensation offers are determined by the specific requirements of the position, prevailing market trends, applicable collective bargaining agreements, pay equity for the position type, and individual qualifications and skills relevant to the performance of the position.

Minimum Salary

USD $151,200.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary

USD $239,000.00/Yr.