The Full Stack Software Engineer will design and build applications, manage data interactions, and develop intuitive interfaces for quantum research.
General Description:
We’re looking for a full stack developer to join our team advancing the future of quantum information technologies. At HRL, our scientists and engineers rely on a suite of internal tools to analyze quantum device data and support key workflows across our fabrication and research efforts. These applications are essential for streamlining processes, improving efficiency, and driving scientific insight. As a full stack developer, you’ll play a central role in building and maintaining these tools, developing intuitive interfaces, managing complex data interactions, and helping researchers focus on what they do best.
Essential Duties:
Design and build web-based applications, dashboards, and interactive components to visualize and manipulate scientific data.
Contribute to a growing ecosystem of internal tools that support quantum device research and fabrication workflows.
Develop and extend backend databases to accommodate new data types and evolving research needs.
Required Skills:
5+ years relevant software engineering experience.
Experience with JavaScript/Typescript and Python
Experience with front-end frameworks such as Vue.js, Angular.js, or React.js
Experience building APIs with frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django
Experience writing SQL queries
Familiarity with ORMs (e.g. SQLAlchemy, Django ORM, or similar frameworks)
Experience with containerization technologies (e.g. Docker) for developing, testing, and deploying applications
Familiarity with modern data visualization tools (e.g. D3.js, Plotly, or similar libraries)
Proficiency in version control and continuous integration/deployment workflows using platforms like Gitlab
Basic familiarity with statistics and data science
Solid understanding of core computer science fundamentals including data structures, algorithms, and computer architectures.
Special Requirements:
U.S. citizenship: active security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one.
Compensation:
The base salary range for this full-time position is $145,745 - $186,688 + bonus + benefits.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Keywords: Full-Stack, Full Stack, Developer, Python, Vue, JavaScript, Typescript, SQLAlchemy, FastAPI, SQL, D3, Gitlab, Docker
Top Skills
Angular.Js
D3.Js
Django
Docker
Fastapi
Flask
Gitlab
JavaScript
Plotly
Python
React
SQL
Sqlalchemy
Typescript
Vue
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