Senior Software Developer

About the Role As a Senior Software Developer in ExxonMobil’s High Performance Computing (HPC) group, you will develop and optimize advanced geoscience applications for the Subsurface Imaging team. You’ll work with upstream researchers to deliver seismic imaging solutions that leverage HPC systems, enabling geoscientists to gain deeper insights into subsurface formations.

What You'll Do

• Develop, deploy, document, and support proprietary seismic imaging applications within an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Profile and optimize applications to maximize HPC system utilization and throughput for seismic imaging workflows.
• Collaborate with researchers to transform prototype research code into production-ready solutions.
• Work closely with HPC systems engineers and geoscientists to influence decisions on future hardware and system upgrades.
• Provide technical support to globally distributed internal business partners.
• Mentor and guide developers through pair programming, code reviews, and design sessions.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computational Science, or related field (minimum GPA: 6.0).
• 7+ years of hands-on experience in C/C++ programming.
• Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals: algorithms, data structures, and software design principles.
• Expertise in parallel algorithms, distributed memory models, and load balancing.
• Solid grasp of code complexity and performance implications of algorithmic choices.
• Minimum 1 year experience in Linux/Unix environments.
• Familiarity with enterprise development tools (Git, CI/CD pipelines) and Agile methodologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and mentoring.
• Self-driven, curious, and eager to learn new domains quickly.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Python, modern C++ (C++11 and later), and Unix shell scripting languages (BASH).
• Hands-on experience with MPI, OpenMP, and/or CUDA (or similar GPU programming frameworks).
• Experience with profiling tools (Intel VTune, NVIDIA Nsight, gprof) and performance tuning.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented design principles.
• Proficiency in additional programming languages such as Java, Shell Script, JavaScript.
• Knowledge of simulation software development, specifically in seismic imaging or geoscience domain.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical plans, maternity leave and benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Global networking & cross-functional opportunities
• Annual vacations & holidays
• Day care assistance program
• Training and development program
• Tuition assistance program
• Workplace flexibility policy
• Relocation program
• Transportation facility