The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · 9 hours ago
Research Software Developer
Chapel Hill, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$77K/yr - $85K/yr
3+ years expThe University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service. They are seeking a Research Software Developer to contribute to the design, development, and operation of cloud-native computing environments that support research and data-driven projects at the Renaissance Computing Institute (RENCI).
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Responsibilities
Implementing data structures, algorithms, and research workflows
Assisting with DevOps and automation practices, including continuous integration pipelines and deployment workflows
Supporting improvements to security, reliability, and observability, such as automated testing, vulnerability scanning, and performance monitoring
Qualification
Required
Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure
Foundational experience in software development, demonstrated through coursework, academic projects, internships, or early-career professional experience
Experience with at least one major programming language such as Python or Java. Familiarity with software engineering fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, version control, and debugging
Basic experience working in Linux or command-line environments
Introductory understanding of one or more of the following: Object-oriented or functional programming concepts, Databases or data storage systems, Cloud or container-based environments, Authentication and authorization concepts
Ability to work effectively in a team-based, iterative development environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills, curiosity, and a willingness to learn new technologies
Preferred
Master's degree preferred. Exposure through coursework or projects to: Docker containers, Kubernetes or cloud platforms, CI/CD tools and workflows, Interest in research computing, data science platforms, or cyberinfrastructure
Experience working on collaborative software projects (academic, open-source, or internship-based)
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid leave
Variety of health, life and retirement plans
Programs that support a healthy work/life balance
Company
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Carolina’s vibrant people and programs attest to the University’s long-standing place among leaders in higher education since it was chartered in 1789 and opened its doors for students in 1795 as the nation’s first public university.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$48.57MKey Investors
SECU FoundationCDA FoundationNorth Carolina Biotechnology Center
2024-07-19Grant· $1M
2024-03-18Grant
2023-02-16Grant· $0.11M
Leadership Team
Judith Cone
Retired Vice Chancellor for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Innovation as of April 1, 2021
Michael Williams
Network SEcurity Team Lead
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