National Radio Astronomy
Data Architect - Software Engineer III-IV (109)
National Radio Astronomy, Green Bank, West Virginia, United States, 24944
Data Architect - Software Engineer III-IV (109)
parential leave, paid time off, sick time, remote work
Location:
Green Bank Observatory, PO Box 2, Green Bank, WV; NRAO Headquarters, 520 Edgemont Rd, Charlottesville, VA; NRAO Array Operations Center, Socorro, NM; NRAO Albuquerque Office, Albuquerque, NM
Requisition Number:
109
Job Family:
Software Engineer
Pay Type:
Salary
Required Education:
CPP
Overview The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) operates a range of radio telescopes and is pursuing the Next Generation Very Large Array (ngVLA). The CSS (Computing and Software System) oversees software and hardware to support telescope control, data management, processing pipelines, and user services. The Data Architect will lead the design and development of a comprehensive data management strategy for ngVLA data, ensuring data integrity, accessibility, and long-term usability from raw observations to scientific products.
What You Will be Doing
Lead design and development of data management strategy for large, diverse datasets generated by ngVLA and NRAO projects.
Define how data will be stored, integrated, secured, and accessed across computing systems; create conceptual, logical, and physical data models.
Select technologies and tools; set data standards, governance rules, and best practices.
Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and software developers to translate data needs into robust architectures.
Develop and mature data architecture, deliver reusable services, and identify cost-saving opportunities within DMS policies.
Define and manage data quality standards and metadata; explore new data sources and analytical methods.
Evaluate emerging technologies for data management, storage, and analytics, including cloud services and real-time data distribution.
Work Environment Locations include Charlottesville, VA; Socorro, NM; Green Bank, WV; Albuquerque, NM. Remote work may be possible for a highly qualified candidate. The team conducts research and development across science, engineering, software development, and education.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Data Management, Data Science, or equivalent experience; at least three years of relevant experience in data warehouse design and implementation.
Experience with data security and leading projects involving data warehousing, modeling, and analysis.
Programming experience in Java, Python, and C/C++.
Experience with SQL, R, SAS, or Excel; familiarity with modern data architectures, cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP), real-time data distribution (Kafka, Dataflow), and data warehouse tools (Snowflake, Databricks).
Experience with database technologies (SQL, NoSQL, Oracle, Hadoop, Teradata); understanding of entity-relationship modeling, metadata systems, and data quality tools.
Ability to translate business needs into data models and data quality standards; collaboration in cross-functional teams.
Strong work ethic and US work authorization required.
Preferred Experience
Strong software development skills in Python or Java; Bash scripting.
Experience with machine learning or data mining; data modeling tools; object-oriented programming concepts.
Linux system administration; familiarity with astronomical principles (interferometry) and observatory operations.
Ability to work with international colleagues.
Observatory employees must be authorized to work in the United States. The Observatory presently cannot sponsor H-1B Visas for this position.
Compensation and Benefits Salary ranges:
Position level 3: $79,000 – $120,000; Position level 4: $95,000 – $153,000.
Benefits:
Paid time off (13 holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 15 sick days, and 8 weeks of paid parental leave), health plans, and retirement benefits. Details are provided by AUI and subject to eligibility.
Application Instructions Apply through the employer’s site. Prepare to upload your CV/Resume and a cover letter describing interest and suitability.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement AUI is an equal opportunity employer. For the complete statement and accommodations, please visit NRAO career page or contact resumes@nrao.edu.
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Location:
Green Bank Observatory, PO Box 2, Green Bank, WV; NRAO Headquarters, 520 Edgemont Rd, Charlottesville, VA; NRAO Array Operations Center, Socorro, NM; NRAO Albuquerque Office, Albuquerque, NM
Requisition Number:
109
Job Family:
Software Engineer
Pay Type:
Salary
Required Education:
CPP
Overview The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) operates a range of radio telescopes and is pursuing the Next Generation Very Large Array (ngVLA). The CSS (Computing and Software System) oversees software and hardware to support telescope control, data management, processing pipelines, and user services. The Data Architect will lead the design and development of a comprehensive data management strategy for ngVLA data, ensuring data integrity, accessibility, and long-term usability from raw observations to scientific products.
What You Will be Doing
Lead design and development of data management strategy for large, diverse datasets generated by ngVLA and NRAO projects.
Define how data will be stored, integrated, secured, and accessed across computing systems; create conceptual, logical, and physical data models.
Select technologies and tools; set data standards, governance rules, and best practices.
Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and software developers to translate data needs into robust architectures.
Develop and mature data architecture, deliver reusable services, and identify cost-saving opportunities within DMS policies.
Define and manage data quality standards and metadata; explore new data sources and analytical methods.
Evaluate emerging technologies for data management, storage, and analytics, including cloud services and real-time data distribution.
Work Environment Locations include Charlottesville, VA; Socorro, NM; Green Bank, WV; Albuquerque, NM. Remote work may be possible for a highly qualified candidate. The team conducts research and development across science, engineering, software development, and education.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Data Management, Data Science, or equivalent experience; at least three years of relevant experience in data warehouse design and implementation.
Experience with data security and leading projects involving data warehousing, modeling, and analysis.
Programming experience in Java, Python, and C/C++.
Experience with SQL, R, SAS, or Excel; familiarity with modern data architectures, cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP), real-time data distribution (Kafka, Dataflow), and data warehouse tools (Snowflake, Databricks).
Experience with database technologies (SQL, NoSQL, Oracle, Hadoop, Teradata); understanding of entity-relationship modeling, metadata systems, and data quality tools.
Ability to translate business needs into data models and data quality standards; collaboration in cross-functional teams.
Strong work ethic and US work authorization required.
Preferred Experience
Strong software development skills in Python or Java; Bash scripting.
Experience with machine learning or data mining; data modeling tools; object-oriented programming concepts.
Linux system administration; familiarity with astronomical principles (interferometry) and observatory operations.
Ability to work with international colleagues.
Observatory employees must be authorized to work in the United States. The Observatory presently cannot sponsor H-1B Visas for this position.
Compensation and Benefits Salary ranges:
Position level 3: $79,000 – $120,000; Position level 4: $95,000 – $153,000.
Benefits:
Paid time off (13 holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 15 sick days, and 8 weeks of paid parental leave), health plans, and retirement benefits. Details are provided by AUI and subject to eligibility.
Application Instructions Apply through the employer’s site. Prepare to upload your CV/Resume and a cover letter describing interest and suitability.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement AUI is an equal opportunity employer. For the complete statement and accommodations, please visit NRAO career page or contact resumes@nrao.edu.
PI278229247
We are directing you to the original job posting. Please apply directly on the employer’s website.
#J-18808-Ljbffr