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Job Description
DRI’s Division of Hydrologic Sciences (DHS) seeks a Software Architect/Software Engineer at the Assistant (Rank II) or Associate (Rank III) Research Scientist or Engineer level to join an interdisciplinary team that maintains a mature end-to-end environmental data monitoring platform. This platform encompasses sensor deployment, telemetry, data streaming and storage, and delivering intuitive web-based visualizations of modeled, real-time and historical data tailored to meet client needs. This position is responsible for maintaing the long-term software technical vision for the platform, ensuring that it remains stable, secure, and aligned with client operational and contractual requirements. Additionally, this position will be expected to contribute to ongoing code maintenance and feature development activities. Secondary responsibilities will include working with the Systems Manager in maintenance of the platform’s technical vision, and coordinating the team’s NIST 800-171 and CMMC cybersecurity activities. The successful applicant will be encouraged to also assist other DRI Faculty who conduct a broad range of earth science and engineering projects. This position can be located in either in Reno or Las Vegas, NV and a hybrid work schedule may be possible.
Minimum starting salary is $85,169 for the Rank II and $116,327 for the Rank III level, and is commensurate with experience and education.
DRI offers a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life and long term disability insurance; including 19.25% retirement match, 24 annual leave days, beginning balance of 30 sick leave days, 12 paid holidays, educational benefits, and the choice of three health insurance plans that can be supplemented with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts. Additionally, there is no state income tax and no social security deduction. This position is eligible for relocation assistance.
The Desert Research Institute (DRI) is a recognized world leader in basic and applied environmental research. Committed to scientific excellence and integrity, DRI faculty, students who work alongside them, and staff have developed scientific knowledge and innovative technologies in research projects around the globe.
Since 1959, DRI’s research has advanced scientific knowledge on topics ranging from humans’ impact on the environment to the environment’s impact on humans. DRI’s impactful science and inspiring solutions support Nevada’s diverse economy, provide science-based educational opportunities, and inform policymakers, business leaders, and community members.
Exempt
YesFull-Time Equivalent
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Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately and provide all required attachments to receive full consideration. A lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made.
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For more detailed information about DRI and DRI faculty, research projects, and publications, please visit us at www.dri.edu. For questions regarding this position or assistance with your application, please call the recruiting office at 775-673-7431.
Posting Close Date
08/31/2026Note to Applicant
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Newly hired faculty and postdoctoral fellows must assure that their official transcript is submitted to the Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment. Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions.
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