Geothermal Software Developer / Analyst (Fixed-Term)

Job Posting Title :

Geothermal Software Developer / Analyst (Fixed-Term)

Hiring Department :

Bureau of Economic Geology

Position Open To : All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours :

40

FLSA Status : Exempt

Earliest Start Date :

Sep 01, 2025

Position Duration :

Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2026

Location :

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Job Details : General Notes

This posting is for a 12-month position at J.J. Pickle Research Campus in North Austin.

Purpose

As a part of an interdisciplinary, integrated geothermal research project, the candidate will design, develop, implement, and maintain user-friendly computer-based tools for geothermal resource quantification and techno-economic modeling, considering subsurface resources, wellbore configuration, surface plant designs, and economic and cost models. The candidate will conduct a full range of programming tasks including analysis, coding, and debugging of complex program logic as well as documentation and communicating and training internal and external clients.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, implement, test, and maintain user-friendly computer-based tools for geothermal resource assessment and techno-economic modeling. Write professional-level codes, including Object-Oriented Programing (OOP) in Python / JavaScript / C++ for tool development, debugging, and resource estimates. Must ensure reproducibility of results. Develop a dashboard / web-app / app to share the results of the research.

Develop and maintain programming code and tool standards, process improvements, and documentation. Communicates with and trains internal and external clients.

Participate in project meetings and professional society conferences.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or Graduate degree in computer engineering / sciences, industrial / systems engineering, economics, or related field. Proven capabilities in Object-Oriented Programing. Demonstrated ability to write professional-level codes in Python / JavaScript / C++, or other similar platforms. At least one year of experience in simulation and / or modeling, and in particular experience in conducting analytical research, software design / development, and development of modeling / simulation tools. Excellent data gathering and management skills. Demonstrated report writing skills. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills, and professional demeanor. Ability to work both independently and effectively in a large group. Ability to work collaboratively with multiple disciplines and experts, including geoscientists, and reservoir engineers.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in geothermal resource estimates, energy system modeling, techno-economics, and GEOPHIRES and GETEM tools. Experience in writing professional-level programing codes as well as working with industry-standard software.

Salary Range

$60,000+ depending on qualifications.

Working Conditions

May work in all weather conditions

May work around standard office conditions

May work around electrical and mechanical hazards

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Use of manual dexterity

Climbing of stairs

Occasional weekend, overtime, and evening work to meet deadlines

Required Materials

Resume / CV

3 work references with their contact information

Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers : You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

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Employment Eligibility :

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion / transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility :

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks :

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer :

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency :

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification :

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify :

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• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance :

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

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