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Company: Simons Foundation Location: New York, NY Employment Type: Full Time Date Posted: 04/15/2026 Job Categories: Computers, Software, Engineering, Information Technology, Collegiate Faculty, Staff, Administration, Executive Management, Nonprofit and Volunteer Services, Natural Resources |
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Software Engineer (Astropy), Center for Computational Astrophysics Software Engineer (Astropy), Center for Computational Astrophysics Description The Center for Computational Astrophysics (CCA) at the Flatiron Institute, a division of the Simons Foundation, is seeking a full-time research software engineer to develop, maintain, and contribute to community-oriented software projects in astronomy. The software engineer will principally support the Astropy Project and contribute to projects that align with the research directions of the CCA. We expect the position to adapt over time to the needs of the broader astronomical community and CCA research community. Research in astronomy and astrophysics depends critically on open source and other scientific software projects that are largely community driven (i.e. not developed or maintained by specific institutions). The primary role of this research software engineer position (approximately 60% of effort) is to support the Astropy Project. The Astropy Project is a community effort to develop a common core package for astronomy in Python and foster an ecosystem of interoperable astronomy packages. More information about the Astropy Project can be found on the Astropy website. The other major role of this position is to support and contribute to projects that align with the current research directions of the CCA, and provide leadership in supporting the larger software community within CCA. The landscape of scientific software development is evolving quickly, especially through the growing role and opportunities of LLM-assisted development tools. This position will involve helping the Astropy Project and the CCA navigate these changes thoughtfully, balancing adoption of new tools and practices with the reliability and rigor that scientific software demands. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Within the Astropy Project, the primary responsibilities will be to contribute to key projects that expand the functionality and community reach of the software and to help maintain and develop core infrastructure packages that benefit Astropy and the broader Scientific Python communities. The research software engineer will:
There will also be opportunities for on-going skill development in software development and scientific computing, including mentoring by senior research scientists, discussions and tutorials with the CCA software community and the SCC (Scientific Computing Core), and support for attending external tutorials and conferences. The research software engineer will be part of a growing community of Flatiron scientists and software engineers working on astronomical software, including Flatiron Software Research Fellows (postdocs), CCA-affiliated SCC scientists, and other research software engineers in CCA. Members of this community will be encouraged to collaborate as well as to create and seek opportunities for skill development. The research software engineer will report to a research scientist (equivalent of faculty) at CCA and will join a growing team of research software engineers across the Flatiron Institute. This position will be based in our New York City offices, in-person 4 days a week, with a start date during (or before) September 2026. Visit the Simons Foundation career page at simonsfoundation.org/careers to learn more. Qualifications Education
Essential Qualifications At least 3 years of experience with software development in a research or research-supporting context, including:
Desired Qualifications
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
In addition to competitive salaries, the Simons Foundation provides employees with an outstanding benefits package. Application Instructions Required Application Materials
DEADLINE TO APPLY Applications received by May 22, 2026 will receive full consideration, however late applications may be considered at the discretion of the selection committee. Our Commitment to Expanding Pathways to Science & Opportunities for All: Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds, and experiences. The Simons Foundation is committed to advancing basic science and mathematics to benefit humankind and expand our collective understanding of our world. As part of our mission, we support partners, programs, and initiatives that seek to broaden the scientific community and open pathways to science and mathematics careers. The Simons Foundation provides equal opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law. To apply, please visit: https://apply.interfolio.com/184639 Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-37f98c159aef49bcad0496cb9768cd9e Contact Information
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