Software Engineer

Argonne National Laboratory
Lemont, IL, United StatesFull-time$57,764–$93,600Posted Sep 10, 2026

About the role

The Business and Information Services division (BIS) is looking for a Software Engineer to join their team. This is a level 1 position and you will work closely with senior engineers, gaining hands-on experience and valuable mentorship as you contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of innovative software applications. This position is ideal for recent graduates who are eager to build a strong foundation and grow their careers in a supportive and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Assist in the design and development of software applications.

Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.

Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.

Debug and resolve basic software issues.

Collaborate with team members to understand project requirements and deliver solutions.

Competencies:

Analytic Ability: Gathers and works with data to solve problems, identify patterns and uses judgment and critical thinking to form conclusions.

Decision Making: Considers different perspectives and the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Innovation: Imagines future possibilities and applies original thinking to produce new ideas, change, opportunities, and innovative products.

Learning Agility: Acquires new knowledge and learns new skills; adapts to change, and deals effectively with ambiguity by leveraging past experience.

Ownership and Commitment: Tackles demanding goals enthusiastically; proactively acts on opportunities; accepts accountability; empowers self and others.

Position Requirements

PT1: Minimum of a completed Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and 0+ years of experience, or equivalent

Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C++)

Basic knowledge of databases (e.g. SQL Server, Oracle) and SQL

Basic understanding of software development methodologies

Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn

Ability to model Argonne's core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork

To perform the essential functions of this position successful applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship, which is required to comply with federal regulations and contract

Job Family

Professional Technical (PT)

Job Profile

Applications Development 1

Worker Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

The expected hiring range for this position is $57,764.00 - $93,600.00.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.

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Responsibilities

  • Assist in the design and development of software applications
  • Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code
  • Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
  • Debug and resolve basic software issues
  • Collaborate with team members to understand project requirements and deliver solutions

Qualifications

  • Minimum of a completed Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science
  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C++)
  • Basic knowledge of databases (e.g. SQL Server, Oracle) and SQL
  • Basic understanding of software development methodologies
  • Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package

Skills mentioned

JavaPythonC++SQLMicrosoft SQL ServerOracle DatabaseDebuggingGitSoftware TestingDatabase Design

About Argonne National Laboratory

Argonne National Laboratory, one of the U.S. Department of Energy's national laboratories for science and engineering research, employs 3,400 employees, including 1,400 scientists and engineers, three-quarters of whom hold doctoral degrees. Argonne's annual operating budget of around $1 billion supports upwards of 200 research projects. Since 1990, Argonne has worked with more than 600 companies and numerous federal agencies and other organizations. Argonne's mission is to apply a unique mix of world-class science, engineering and user facilities to deliver innovative research and technologies. We create new knowledge that addresses the most important scientific and societal needs of our nation. We actively seek opportunities to work with industry to transfer our technologies to the marketplace through licensing, joint research and many other collaborative relationships. Argonne is managed by UChicago Argonne, LLC, for the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science. We are located on 1,500 acres (6.9 sq. km) in southwest DuPage County, Illinois 25 miles (40 km) southwest of Chicago. The site is completely encircled by the beautiful Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve.

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