Research Data Engineer

Montana State University; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Montana State University is seeking a Research Data Engineer to develop and optimize big data pipelines, design data models, and conduct time series analysis. This role requires technical communication skills to convey insights to multidisciplinary teams.

Applicants must possess a Master's degree in a STEM field, with a PhD preferred. Responsibilities also include adhering to DOD security clearance requirements for working independently in a high-impact research environment.

A competitive salary of $90,000 annually is offered, commensurate with experience and qualifications, alongside benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a STEM field required; PhD is preferred.
• Proven ability to work independently without internet access.
• Must obtain and maintain a Top Secret DOD Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize large-scale big data pipelines.
• Design and implement efficient data models.
• Conduct time series analysis including interpolation and aggregation.
• Apply software engineering principles and object-oriented programming.
• Communicate technical results to multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Big data pipeline development

Data modeling

Time series analysis

Object-oriented programming

Linux command-line

GitHub

Software engineering principles

Education

Master's degree in a STEM field

PhD preferred

Tools

MAVEN

Job description

Montana State University is hiring a Research Data Engineer. This role involves developing and optimizing big data pipelines, designing data models, performing time series analysis, applying software engineering principles, and communicating technical insights to diverse teams within a high-impact research environment.

Highlights

• Develop and optimize large-scale big data pipelines for storage, processing, and analysis.
• Design and implement efficient data models, including relational databases.
• Conduct time series analysis, including interpolation and aggregation of data streams.
• Apply object-oriented programming, networking concepts, and software design best practices.
• Utilize Linux command-line tools, GitHub, and MAVEN for software development and deployment.
• Communicate technical results to multidisciplinary teams, including non-technical stakeholders.
• Master’s degree required in a STEM field; PhD preferred.
• Proven ability to work and deliver high-quality work independently without internet access.
• Must obtain and maintain a Top Secret DOD Security Clearance and comply with U.S. export control laws.
• Salary of $90,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications; benefits eligible.