About Us:

We are growing our Austin area team of professional software engineers who are dedicated to delivering great user experiences for hardware that protects power systems. We are fully committed to making electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Our group is looking for a software engineer with experience in full-stack solutions. We need an engineer who understands what it takes to support critical infrastructure.  

While the work is consistently challenging, we value continuous learning and professional development. We’re constantly striving to be better engineers and to make products that are absolutely safe and reliable.

About you:

You care deeply about software craftsmanship. You have a passion for what you do that is clearly conveyed by your actions and accomplishments.

You truly value User Experience and you view providing elegant solutions to user challenges as your highest calling.

The statement, “I architect great software to address complex problems,” resonates with you.

You have a proven background in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or the equivalent.

You want to lead, and actively participate in, the specification and design of complex, safety critical system.

You value the power of collaboration both within your specialty and across disciplines.

You’re comfortable architecting solutions with various software interfaces. You’re excited about collaborating closely with Power Systems Engineers.

The opportunity to mentor others excites you. Sharing your expertise with others is a source of joy for you.

Your strong communication skills allow you to serve as a technical contact for internal customers.

The SEL Values and Principles of Operation will drive you to be a little better each day.

You grasp these directives: Understand. Create. Simplify.

You’re happy to take on other tasks as necessary because you feel ownership of your products. ​

Your track record of technical accomplishments speaks for itself. You have demonstrated your ability to contribute at a high level over at least ten years.

What We Value:

Deep understanding of modern web development with demonstrated experience building full stack solutions. (5+ years)

Demonstrated expertise with object-oriented languages (C#, Java, C++, Delphi, Python).

Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and efficiently both in writing and verbally.

Proven competence with web supporting technologies and architectures (React, JavaScript, CSS, HTML5, SOA).

Demonstrated success with User Experience design.

Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work cooperatively in a very fast paced and close-knit team environment

Knowledge of Agile development principles and processes.

Ability and desire to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities

Academic achievements are important, but we’re flexible for passionate software developers. It’s simpler if you have a B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or the equivalent. An advanced degree is even better.

Of course, we build critical infrastructure, so you’ll need to have background check results that are satisfactory to SEL and negative drug test result(s)

Preferred Competencies:

3-phase electric power systems

Knowledge of the .NET Framework or .NET Core (8+ years)

Digital communications

Industrial controls

Modern communications protocols

Project management

Position Location

SEL is growing its Round Rock office where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. The culture and entertainment life of nearby Austin is world renowned. We appreciate the easy access to recreational activities in nearby hills, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities.

An Award-Winning Company

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL) has earned a reputation for quality, reliability, integrity, and service. This has enabled us to expand within both the electric utility and industrial markets in many different industries, markets, and geographies around the world.

Communication with Applicants

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: M/F/Vets/Disabled.