Head Software Engineering Leader, Digital Collections Software Development job at Indiana University in Bloomington, IN

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Bloomington (IN)

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USD 91,000 - 105,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Tuition Subsidy

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Indiana University Libraries is seeking a Head of Software Engineering for Digital Collections Software Development in Bloomington, IN.

This role leads the team responsible for Digital Collections and Avalon Media System, guiding architecture, AI/ML experimentation, and cross-department collaboration.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related field.
4 years of software development or related experience.
1 year of management experience.
Experience with open-source software communities and AI/ML tools preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead software teams building Digital Collections, Avalon Media System, and related apps.
Participate in leadership planning across Library Technologies division.
Lead exploration and adoption of AI/ML in digital collections discovery and access.
Collaborate with IU departments and external communities (IIIF, Samvera) for development and standards.
Oversee high-level architectural design and project management on multiple initiatives.
Prepare reports for senior administration, executive committees, and advisory groups.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Leadership

Collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/related field

Tools

Open-source software communities

AI/ML tools & technologies

Digital repository tech (Fedora/Samvera/DSpace)

Job description

Title: Head (Software Engineering Leader), Digital Collections Software Development

Location: Bloomington United States

Job ID: 320514

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job Description:

The Indiana University (IU) Libraries mission is to support and strengthen teaching, learning, and research by providing the collections, services, and environments that lead to intellectual discovery. Our materials are digital, visual, audio, and print. They are curated from our campuses, our country, and our world. As a result, they are in 450 different languages, are world-renowned, and are ready to connect students and researchers with limitless possibilities. We are also proud to be home to Indiana University Press, an academic press serving the world of scholarship and culture as a professional, not-for-profit publisher.

We offer meaningful work that inspires and empowers students and faculty to excel in research, teaching, and learning. We promote professional development, career advancement, and flexible work schedules.

Job Summary

Department Specific Responsibilities

Manages the software development team that builds and supports Digital Collections , Avalon Media System , and other applications in support of digital content preservation and access.
Serves as a member of the leadership team for the Library Technologies division of Indiana University (IU) Bloomington Libraries and participates in department, division, and organization-wide planning efforts.
Leads and contributes to efforts to explore and responsibly adopt AI/ML technologies in support of library digital collections discovery and access.
Engages in collaboration with peers in other IU departments, including University Information Technology Services and other IU libraries, to coordinate development and support of software applications and adoption of AI technologies.
Represents IU in national and international technical collaborations in efforts such the Samvera open-source digital repository community and International Image Interoperability Framework (IIIF) standards community.
Serves in software architect, high-level technical design, and project management roles on other projects as needed.

General Responsibilities

Provides highest level of operational leadership and coordination of assigned staff members to define software engineering methodologies and standards; provides direction and guidance on high priority software engineering projects/initiatives.
Establishes short-term business plans and long-term operational objectives, including managing project timelines/deliverables and developing resource plans for multi-project/multi-phase software engineering initiatives.
Conducts a variety of personnel actions to include, but not limited to hiring, promotion, performance management, and dismissal.
Manages high level assignments and allocation of technical resources, including negotiating and coordinating initiatives that involve staff in other departments/areas/teams; may coordinate large-scale software development projects with a wide audiences in support of academic initiatives.
Makes budgetary recommendations/proposals based on resource needs and ensures cost containment.
Researches and stays up-to-date on new industry software engineering standards, emerging technology, User Experience (UX)/User Interface (UI) design/philosophy, and accessibility standards; responsible for the implementation of new protocols/procedures to address business needs.
Works collaboratively with other software engineering leaders across departments in recommending standards, best practices, and related policies/procedures.
Prepares management reports and summaries for senior administration, executive, steering and advisory committees; acts as advisor to executive committees; serves on various university committees, communities of practice, and task forces related to software engineering.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

Bachelors degree (preferably in computer science, business systems, or related field.)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

4 years of software development or related experience.
1 year of management experience.

Preferred

Experience working with open-source software and communities.
Experience in development projects using AI/ML tools and technologies.

SKILLS

Required

Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills.
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent collaboration and team building skills.
Effectively coaches and delivers constructive feedback.
Instills commitment to organizational goals.
Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills.
Effective conflict management skills.
Builds and manages effective teams.

Preferred

Demonstrates skill in developing complex web applications.
Knowledge of library software applications and standards.
Knowledge of digital repository software such as Fedora, Samvera, or DSpace.
Knowledge of image, audio and video file formats and delivery technologies.

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Herman B Wells Library

Bloomington, Indiana

This position may be eligible for remote work or to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs.

Advertised Salary

$91,000 - $105,000 per year

Benefits Overview

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)

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