Software Developer I

UCF Downtown; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Employee discounts

Education assistance

Job summary

University of Central Florida seeks a Software Developer I to operate high performance computing clusters, manage user accounts, install software, develop code, and supervise students. The role emphasizes Linux/Unix, Slurm scheduling, and research collaboration across campus.

Ideal candidates have substantial C/C++/Python experience, familiarity with Anaconda, and strong communication skills. The position supports researchers and requires Monday–Friday scheduling with potential for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 4 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
• 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.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

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.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Linux/Unix

Anaconda

Slurm

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Slurm

Anaconda

Job description

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.

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; or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant 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.

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.

If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity here at UCF, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H-1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, 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
• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in 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, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. 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.

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

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

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.

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