Applications Delivery & Management Engineer

Does a career focused on advancing the world’s energy and security mission intrigue you?

Join us as we modernize INL’s software ecosystem, scale cloud native architectures, embed quality engineering, operationalize AI, and deliver the next generation of enterprise applications.

What You’ll Be Part Of

• Applications Delivery and Management operates within a unified products-and-platforms model, bringing together Enterprise Business Systems, Application Development & Database Services, and Strategic Application Services. Our teams:
• Build and modernize enterprise applications (HR/HCM, supply chain, financials, engineering systems, custom apps)
• Operate secure, compliant, and scalable platforms
• Deliver DevSecOps automation, CI/CD, test engineering, and platform patterns used across IT
• Accelerate cloud migration and SaaS adoption
• Partner with directorates across INL to understand business needs and deliver reliable, mission aligned software
• You’ll join a group committed to quality development, AI innovation, cloud enablement, and platform engineering, all tied directly to INL’s digital strategy.

Open Roles (Multiple Positions)

DevOps Software Engineer (Multiple Openings)

• Help implement and scale DevSecOps, cloud, and automation ecosystem. You will:
• Build CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and secure delivery patterns that unify software engineering across the organization
• Support containerization, infrastructure as code, and cloud migration initiatives
• Strengthen operational resilience through monitoring, alerting, and quality guardrails
• Partner with development teams to embed secure, compliant, and efficient engineering practices into the full software lifecycle
• This role is essential in standardizing engineering patterns, reducing legacy technical debt, and enabling rapid, safe deployment of enterprise applications.

Software Developer (Multiple Openings)

• Design, develop, modernize, and sustain applications that support INL’s business, research, and operational functions. Our developers:
• Build user centered, secure, and maintainable applications using modern frameworks and cloud ready architectures
• Modernize legacy systems, improve performance, remediate vulnerabilities, and transition workloads to cloud platforms
• Collaborate closely with product owners, quality engineers, database specialists, and platform engineers
• Contribute to AI enabled and automation ready features, supporting INL’s shift toward intelligent digital operations
• Developers in our organization have the unique opportunity to influence systems used across the entire Laboratory — not just a single directorate.

Application Administrator

• Configure, administer, and support commercial and cloud applications, including installations, upgrades, and vendor integrations
• Implement and document SSO, MFA, role-based access, audit logging, and other security controls to meet INL cybersecurity requirements and support IATT/ATU
• Monitor application health, troubleshoot incidents, and coordinate with vendors and infrastructure teams to restore service

Why This Team

• You’ll help create the software foundation that enables INL scientists, engineers, and staff to focus on mission advancing work. Your contributions directly support:
• INL’s digital transformation strategy (IT modernization, enterprise initiatives, intelligent automation, advanced analytics)
• Secure, resilient, and compliant application operations
• Adoption of AI enabled engineering practices
• Continuous improvement and a culture of quality at scale
• Our work is visible, impactful, and deeply connected to INL’s national mission.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field.
• Level 2 - Education/Experience: Bachelor’s and 2 years of experience. Master’s and 0. PhD and 0.
• Level 3 - Education/Experience: Bachelor’s and 5 years. Master’s and 2 years. PhD and 2 years.
• Level 4 - Education/Experience: Bachelor’s and 9 years. Master’s and 6 years. PhD and 4 years.
• Experience with modern software development, DevSecOps, cloud architectures, or automation tools
• Strong communication and partnership skills; you will work directly with business, operations, and IT stakeholders
• Ability to transform ambiguous or evolving requirements into well designed, deliverable technical solutions
• Understanding of secure development practices, testing and validation, and responsible use of modern AI enabled engineering tools
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” clearance (US citizenship required).

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials, manipulate tools, keyboard, and type, reach with hands and arms, and operate job-related equipment. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Information:

Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Idaho Falls facilities with every other Friday off.

• The pay range for these positions is: Level 2 ($79,344 - $162,732) / Level 3 ($95,256 - $195,288) / Level 4 ($114,360 - $234,336). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• Multi-Level: These are multi-level positions and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Working Conditions:

The work environment is an office environment. The noise level is generally low; however, may be exposed to loud noises on occasion. Position requires working more than 8 hours/day and working alone.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Security and Privacy Language:
This position includes information security and privacy responsibilities as defined by NIST SP 800 53, OMB Circular A 130, and DOE Order 206.1A. Position must complete initial and annual role-specific training as required. The incumbent must sign and comply with all required access agreements prior to being granted access to organizational systems or data. Comply with all applicable information security and privacy policies and procedures by following established protocols, with an understanding that non-compliance may result in sanctions.

LevelDefiners

EX2 – Intermediate:

• Knowledge: Developing professional expertise. Applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. Frequent use and application of standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques.
• Problem Solving: Provides solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Discretion and Latitude: Works under general supervision on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects/assignments. Follows established procedures. Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment, overall adequacy, and accuracy.
• Impacts: Contributes to completion of milestones associated with specific work assignments. Failure to achieve results or erroneous decisions or recommendations may cause delays in program work.
• Liaison: Primarily internal company contacts. Infrequent interorganizational and outside customer contacts on routine matters.
• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s and 2 years of experience. Master’s and 0. PhD and 0.

EX3 – Career:

• Knowledge: Complete understanding and wide application of principles, theories, and concepts in field of specialization. General knowledge of other related disciplines. Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways. This level is fully qualified, career oriented.
• Problem Solving: Works on problems of diverse scope. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practical, and consistent with organizational objectives.
• Discretion and Latitude: Works under only general direction. Normally receives little instruction day-to-day. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
• Impacts: Contributes to completion of specific programs and projects. Failure to obtain results or erroneous decisions or recommendations would typically result in program delays.
• Liaison: Frequent internal organizational customer contacts. May have some outside contact or represent organization in providing solutions to difficult issues associated with specific projects or work.
• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s and 5 years. Master’s and 2 years. PhD and 2 years.

EX4 – Senior:

• Knowledge: Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas. Has wide-ranging experience. Uses professional concepts and company objectives to solve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Interfaces with and mentor junior staff.
• Problem Solving: Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Discretion and Latitude: Work is performed without appreciable direction. Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel (Lead). Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives of assignment.
• Impacts: Guides the successful completion of major programs and may function in a project leadership role. Erroneous decisions or recommendations would typically result in failure to achieve organizational objectives.
• Liaison: Represents organization as prime contact on projects or work. Interacts with senior internal personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations. Networks with key contacts outside own area or expertise.
• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s and 9 years. Master’s and 6 years. PhD and 4 years.