SNOW Dev Team Lead

Location: Idaho Falls, ID, United States

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities: (Knowledge, skills, and behaviors required for this position.)

• Apply software engineering principles, theories, and concepts to complex analytical processes and information display and visualization. 
• Plan, develop and implement software-engineering solutions to complex problems and major projects. 
• Work to support project plans and requirements, establish scope, cost and schedule estimates for design and development activities. 
• Participate in technical reviews for projects at various phases of development and provide recommendations for computer technology solutions to customers and management’s needs. 
• Maintain and upgrade a variety of systems, as well as develop new software capabilities. 
• Create and review new methodologies and architectures that advance the organizations’ mission.
• Ensure Compliance with INL’s safety, security, environmental, health and quality assurance requirements. 
• Document activities, reports, existing technologies. 
• Review and analyze source code and system design documentation, reports from users, and other technical artifacts to create reports and present to other staff and management assessments of code quality, the probable origin and implications of defects and anomalies, and recommendations for improvements and enhancements.
• Engage in professional development to maintain technical proficiency in current and emerging technologies.
• Utilize expertise to define strategic direction in assigned areas.
• Review training plans and help lead the organization forward. 
• Mentor junior engineers.
• May write and present technical papers representing INL.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Education, Credentials, and Work Experience: 

Required

• Level 4: Bachelors Degree in computer science, software engineering, information technology or related field and at least 9 years of direct professional experience; or in lieu of a degree High School diploma or equivalent and at least 15 years of direct/professional experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience commensurate with level that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.
• Relevant experience using Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) such as Visual Studio or VS Code.

• Leadership & Platform Governance - Experience acting as a Platform Owner, Tech Lead, or equivalent, including governance, roadmap development, release strategy, environment management (clones, upgrades), and alignment with enterprise architecture.

• Experience acting as a Platform Owner, Tech Lead, or equivalent, including governance, roadmap development, release strategy, environment management (clones, upgrades), and alignment with enterprise architecture.

• Demonstrated ability to mentor developers, guide architects, and lead cross-functional teams on platform-wide best practices.
• Proven ability to translate complex, multi-module business strategy into platform strategy — ensuring maintainability, scalability, and compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with resource planning and allocation aligned to yearly budget cycles, including timesheet compliance to meet capital budget requirements.
• Demonstrated experience influencing the overall IT roadmap with stakeholders to address process gaps and manage escalations.

•  Certified System Administrator (CSA)

• Certified Application Developer (CAD)

 

Preferred

• CIS – IT Service Management (ITSM)
• One of: CIS – Discovery / CMDB or Enterprise Architecture (EA) certification (formerly the APM path)
• CIS – Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM)
• CIS – Security Incident Response (SIR) or Vulnerability Response (VR)
• Now Assist / AI Skills certifications
• Micro-certs: IntegrationHub, Flow Designer, ATF, Performance Analytics

 

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.

Onsite is preferred and Remote / Hybrid work opportunities may be available for this position.

• The pay range for this position is: Level 4 ($114,360 - $234,336). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.

 

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.

Level Definers

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.

About Us

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energys mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the worlds energy future and secure our nations critical infrastructure.

INL Mission:

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision:

Our vision is to change the worlds energy future and secure our nations critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements:

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation:

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information:

When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.

INL does not accept resumes from third party vendors unsolicited.The Lead is the technical owner of the platform. They lead a team of developers and architects, partners with the Process Analysts, and own platform governance and direction. This is a player-coach role: primarily leadership, governance, and oversight, with hands-on capability to review, guide, and occasionally build, not to serve as the teams primary developer. has context menu Onsite is preferred, and Remote / Hybrid work opportunities may be available for this position.