Software Developer I

University of Central Florida; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Employee discounts

Education assistance

Job summary

The University of Central Florida's Institute for Simulation and Training is seeking a Software Developer I to operate high performance computing clusters, manage user accounts, install software, and support researchers across campus. The role involves working with Linux systems and Slurm for scheduling jobs, and co-supervising student assistants.

Responsibilities include configuring user access, compiling software, maintaining scheduling software, providing user orientations, and helping design

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; or HS diploma with 4 years relevant experience.
• Experience with Linux/Unix operating systems.
• Proficiency in C, C++, and Python; Anaconda experience.
• Experience with job scheduling software like Slurm.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support creation of user accounts on HPC clusters.
• Install software and compile on Linux clusters.
• Maintain Slurm scheduling and cluster software.
• Provide user orientations and technical support.
• Co-supervise student assistants and help design storage/networking within clusters.

Skills

Linux/Unix

C

C++

Python

Anaconda

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor or Master in CS/IT

Tools

Slurm

Job description

Institute for Simulation and Training:

UCF's Institute for Simulation and Training is researching and developing technologies to lead innovation in MS&T tools, processes, knowledge, and systems to solve the world's toughest challenges and positively impact society. The Advanced Research Computing Center provides computational research clusters for UCF users (faculty and students) supporting research across disciplines.

The Opportunity:

The Software Developer I will help operate high computing clusters including managing user accounts, installing software, developing software, performing user orientations, and maintaining system scheduling software. The clusters run Linux and use Slurm for scheduling jobs; this position will use both to support researchers across the university to develop and run research computing applications on the clusters. The position will also co-supervise student assistants.

Responsibilities:

• Support creation of user accounts of high performance computing clusters.
• Install of software (compiling and installing) in Linux-based computing clusters.
• Maintain of job scheduling software (e.g. Slurm).
• Provide technical support for users of computing clusters (orientations, addressing problems, etc.).
• Design and maintain of storage and networking systems within computer clusters.
• Co-supervise student assistants.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 4 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree; oran equivalent combination of education and experiencepursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Software Developer, Software Engineer, or similar role, particularly within a simulation or research-focused environment.
• In-depth knowledge of high-performance computing and research collaboration platforms.
• Strong proficiency with Linux/Unix-based operating systems.
• Expertise in C, C++, and Python, with experience in using Anaconda for development.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain software for deployed applications.
• Experience with job scheduling software like Slurm or similar, especially for technical or scientific applications.
• Eagerness and ability to quickly learn new programming languages and technologies.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Additional Application Materials Required:

In addition to application, please include a resume along with relevant industry certifications or trainings.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

This role may support projects that are subject to federal regulations, contractual restrictions, or government-sponsored research requirements. Access to certain projects, facilities, systems, or information may be limited based on the specific requirements associated with those activities.

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Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

• Benefitpackages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance
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Department

Institute for Simulation and Training (IST) - EG Operations

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday; 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$75,809.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

09-04-2026-12-00-AM

Unless explicitlystatedon the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF willresidein Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCFis required toconductadditionalscreening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

Theadditionalscreening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds,postdoctoralpositions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.