Applied Research Software Engineer — Analytical Systems

NC State University; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare benefits

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Wellness Programs

Job summary

NC State University’s Laboratory for Analytic Sciences seeks a Junior Research Software Engineer to advance innovative analytical solutions in a government, industry, and academic partnership environment.

The role emphasizes developing prototypes, handling data-intensive tasks, and applying ML models to practical problems. Candidates should have strong programming skills in C/C++, Python, and Java, plus experience with XML/RDF and cloud tools. An active TS/SCI clearance is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering or computer science with relevant experience or a BS in engineering or computer science with relevant experience.
• Experience architecting, designing, and building complex software systems using compiled and interpreted languages (C, C++, Java, Perl, Python, Ruby).
• Proficiency with XML and RDF and with cloud and web services technologies such as PHP, JSP, and SOAP.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with government, industry, and academic partners to develop prototype applications that enhance analyst processes and products.
• Analyze feasibility of business requirements, conceive innovative solutions, implement ad-hoc solutions, and assist the team with technical matters.
• Conduct self-directed applied research to transition ideas from journals into working prototypes.
• Set up computing infrastructure to support analysis efforts.
• Perform data management tasks including data integration, cleaning, preprocessing, and database maintenance such as query optimization and data security.
• Document software code, development processes, and workflows for knowledge transfer and maintainability.
• Test and debug software applications to ensure proper functionality and alignment with user requirements.
• Assist with managing the LAS computing environment.
• In addition to core responsibilities there may be opportunities to take on extra duties.

Skills

C

C++

Java

Perl

Python

Ruby

Education

Master’s degree in engineering or computer science

B.S. in engineering or computer science

Tools

XML

RDF

Docker

AWS

PHP

JSP

SOAP

Job description

NC State University’s Laboratory for Analytic Sciences seeks a Junior Research Software Engineer to advance innovative analytical solutions in a government, industry, and academic partnership environment.

The role emphasizes developing prototypes, handling data-intensive tasks, and applying ML models to practical problems. Candidates should have strong programming skills in C/C++, Python, and Java, plus experience with XML/RDF and cloud tools. An active TS/SCI clearance is preferred.