Subject Matter Expert

Rishihood University; Sonipat; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Rishihood University in Sonipat, Haryana, is seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Software Engineering to mentor students through capstone projects and prepare them for prestigious coding competitions. The candidate will provide specialized curriculum delivery in areas like system design and help students tackle complex technical challenges.

This role requires mastery in advanced Python, machine learning, and full-stack web development. Ideal candidates will demonstrate proficiency in at least three technical skill areas listed and possess strong analytical and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Mastery of Advanced Python libraries (NumPy, Pandas, Scikit‑Learn, TensorFlow/PyTorch).
• Proficiency in modern Full Stack frameworks (e.g., MERN, Next.js).
• Solid mastery of Data Structures and Algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Guide students through the complete lifecycle of their final year projects.
• Mentor and prepare students for prestigious open‑source contributions.
• Conduct specialized sessions on System Design and Advanced Web Development.

Skills

Advanced Python & ML

Advanced Web Development

CS Foundations

Core Engineering

Database Management

Job description

About Rishihood University

Rishihood University (RU) has been established under The Haryana Private Universities (Amendment) Act, 2020 and is empowered to award degree as specified in section 22 of UGC Act, 1956. Rishihood University is India’s first and only impact university. ‘Impact’ is the living spirit of Rishihood. The purpose of education envisioned by the thought leaders of our civilization and that which has motivated the founders to build Rishihood University is beyond just awarding degrees and jobs. The purpose of education is to achieve the highest potential in a learner i.e., Rishihood. Rishihood University provides a unique mix of globally relevant education that is rooted in Indian ideas, quality education that is affordable, and a multi‑disciplinary exposure with cutting edge skills of a specialist. To achieve this outcome, education cannot be limited to within the classrooms. RU is a fully residential campus where living and learning seamlessly integrate throughout the day. RU faculty and learners have an active participation with society, industry, researchers, entrepreneurs, and policy makers. This keeps the learning at RU focused on solving the biggest challenges faced by humanity and prepares our learners for the real world. It is time India builds universities driven by a higher purpose, that have a strong committed board to back it, that redefine the way education is imparted both within and outside the classroom. Rishihood is a bold initiative to fulfill this idea. Hence, we are looking for like‑minded founding faculty members at Rishihood University.

About the Role

Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Software Engineering

As an SME at Rishihood University, you will be the technical backbone for our students, moving beyond basic teaching to driving real‑world engineering outcomes. You will mentor students through complex capstone projects and prepare them for elite global platforms like open‑source competitions and hackathons.

Key Responsibilities

• Capstone Project Leadership: Guide students through the complete lifecycle of their final year projects—from architectural design and tech‑stack selection to deployment and scaling.
• Competition Coaching: Mentor and prepare students for prestigious open‑source contributions (GSoC, LFX) and national/international coding competitions.
• Curriculum & Lab Delivery: Conduct specialized sessions on System Design, Distributed Systems, and Advanced Web Development.
• Hands‑on Debugging: Provide high‑level technical support, helping students resolve complex architectural bottlenecks and performance issues.
• Innovation & Research: Encourage students to contribute to open‑source repositories and experiment with emerging technologies like AI and Cloud‑native tools.
• Operations & Collaboration: Manage batch operations and partner with faculty to ensure the curriculum remains placement driven.

Technical Requirements & Qualifications

• Advanced Python & ML: Mastery of Advanced Python libraries (NumPy, Pandas, Scikit‑Learn, TensorFlow/PyTorch) and core Machine Learning concepts.
• Advanced Web Development: Proficiency in modern Full Stack frameworks (e.g., MERN, Next.js) and building scalable, responsive web applications.
• CS Foundations: Solid mastery of Data Structures, Algorithms (DSA), and Object‑Oriented Programming (OOP).
• Core Engineering: In‑depth knowledge of Computer Fundamentals, Computer Architecture, and Operating Systems (OS).
• Database Management: Expert understanding of RDBMS (SQL, schema design, and query optimization).

Note: Candidates must demonstrate high proficiency in at least any three of the technical skill areas listed above.

Good to Have

• Experience in corporate training, bootcamps, or architecting large‑scale systems.
• Cloud infrastructure knowledge (AWS/Azure/GCP) or distributed computing.
• Active open‑source contributions or a technical blog/portfolio.

Key Competencies

• Analytical Mindset: High‑level problem‑solving and architectural thinking.
• Bridge Builder: Ability to connect academic theory with professional engineering standards.
• Inspirational Leadership: Passion for motivating students toward technical innovation.