Research Software Engineer, 12895T

Employment based visa sponsorship will NOT be considered for this position.

Position Number : 12895T Position Title (Classification Title) : Software Applications Engineer, 12895T Working Title : Research Software Engineer Job Summary : Develop software to advance research on simulations, big data analytics, and cyber-infrastructure development for public health policy applications, supported by multiple grants from the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health.

This position relates to software development for the VIPRA project (https : / / uwf.edu / vipra) and requires interdisciplinary collaborations with researchers at several universities.

The Research Software Engineer would also be expected to work with graduate and undergraduate students.

In accordance with UWF Human Resources Policy HR-20.02-09 / 15, Recruitment, Selection, and Appointment, a time-limited appointment is a position funded by contract and grant, auxiliary, or local fund, for a project for a specific period.

A time-limited position shall have the same rights as a regular position except that the position is not entitled to notice of separation at the expiration of the appointment and shall not have layoff and recall rights.

• DepartmentComputer Science FLSA : Exempt Minimum Qualifications : Masters degree in an appropriate area of specialization;
• or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience. Position Qualifications : Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization;

or a B.S. in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or related fields from an accredited institution and two years of appropriate experience.

The position requires proficiency in developing open-source scientific software in C++ and Python in a Linux environment, database design, software packaging and distribution, industry-standard version control, and collaboration practices using GitHub or GitLab.

Applicants must have strong interpersonal communication, presentation, written and verbal communication skills and be familiar with code documentation.

Proficiency in high-performance computing using MPI and CUDA, and experience with machine learning, big data analytics, and mathematical modeling is a plus.

Preferred QualificationsThe ideal candidates will have 3+ years of software development experience in a research setting, demonstrated success in deploying production software including containerization, proficiency in high-performance computing using MPI and CUDA, and experience with machine learning, big data analytics, and mathematical modeling.

Essential Functions / Job Duties :

• 25% - Collaboration with faculty and students to develop software for the Viral Infection Propagation Through Air-Travel (VIPRA) project. - (Essential)
• 75% - Development, documentation and deployment of open-source scientific and production software. - (Essential)

Physical Demands :

Physical Requirements : Occasional and / or light lifting required. Limited exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc.

but none to the point of being disagreeable. May involve minor safety hazards where likely results would be cuts, bruises, etc.

Impact of Deadlines : Routine deadlines. Usually sufficient lead time. Variance in work volume, seasonal, and predictable.

Priorities can be anticipated. Some interruptions are present. Involves occasional exposure to demands / pressures from persons other than immediate sup.

• Standing : Occasionally
• Walking : Occasionally
• Sitting : Daily
• Reaching with hands and arms : Frequently
• Climbing or balancing : Never
• Stooping : Never
• Use of hands to handle objects : Occasionally
• Lifting up to 10lbs : Occasionally
• Lifting up to 25lbs : Never
• Lifting over 25lbs : Never
• Talking as express or exchange of ideas verbally : Daily
• Hearing as perceive sound by ear : Daily
• Vision as distinguish colors & depth : Daily

Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job :

This position requires a criminal background screen.

Number of Vacancies1 Work Hours8 : 00 to 5 : 00 FTE1.0 Salary Range$80,000