A Computer Scientist conducts research and studies complex problems in computing. Develops computer algorithms that provide the foundation for advances in technology. May study computer hardware architecture, robotics or software, and collaborate with electrical engineers and other computer professionals.
This is a campus only search. You must be a current UA employee to be considered. Position is eligible for remote work subject to University policy .
Job Summary:
The Software Scientist III develops, maintains, and extends software components and features for a variety of products. Writes well designed, testable, and efficient software. Provides and coordinates training for lower level software scientists. Conducts code reviews, documents design and implementation of Agile methodologies to ensure high-quality software.
Additional Department Summary:
Works within the Institute for Social Science Research to provide strategic leadership for software engineering, research technology infrastructure, simulation systems, and advanced technical operations supporting interdisciplinary sponsored research. Oversees software development, systems integration, research computing, simulation technologies, AI-enabled research applications, technical personnel, and engineering student employees while collaborating with faculty investigators and external research partners to develop and sustain innovative research capabilities.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree and two (2) years of software development experience; OR bachelor's degree and four (4) years of software development experience; OR associate's degree and six (6) years of IT experience to include four (4) years of software development; OR high school diploma or GED and eight (8) years of IT experience to include four (4) years of software development.
Skills and Knowledge:
Advanced software engineering principles; Systems architecture and integration; Object-oriented programming; Software lifecycle management; Database design and management; API development and systems integration; Research computing environments; Artificial intelligence and machine learning applications; Simulation technologies; Sensor integration and data acquisition systems; Version control systems (Git); Cloud and local computing environments; Technical documentation; Project management; Leadership and personnel supervision; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to multidisciplinary audiences.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting federally sponsored research; Experience with simulation technologies, eye tracking, human-machine interaction, autonomous systems, or transportation research. Experience with Unreal Engine, Python, C#, C++, MATLAB, SQL, or similar development environments. Experience developing research software for interdisciplinary scientific applications. Experience supervising engineering or software development teams.
Background Investigation Statement:
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation
DOES NOT
automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
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