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CDS DATA SYSTEMS & AI ENGINEER, Office of the Provost
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CDS DATA SYSTEMS & AI ENGINEER, Office of the Provost
Join the Office of the Provost as a CDS Data Systems & AI Engineer, leading interdisciplinary projects spanning software engineering, data systems, and artificial intelligence. The role will guide the design, development, deployment, and evaluation of near‑production‑quality systems aligned with CDS research, teaching, and operational priorities. Location:
Boston, MA, United States Posted Date:
10/9/2025 Salary Grade:
Grade 51 Position Type:
Full‑Time/Regular Responsibilities
Development of Software, Data, and AI Infrastructures and Solutions
– 50%
Lead design and implementation of integrated software systems, scalable data infrastructures, and AI‑powered applications that support faculty research and clinic‑based projects. Standardize development practices across domains by ensuring code quality, data governance, security protocols, and model evaluation. Develop open and extensible artifacts such as modular software platforms, MCP‑based data repositories, and AI components, including large language models and agentic AI systems. Maintain an online repository of completed projects, datasets, software tools, and AI models.
Experiential Learning Support
– 20%
Support faculty in delivering high‑quality experiential learning through CDS clinics and BU Spark! practicum offerings. Assist in project scoping, student applicant assessment, and quality assurance across technical domains. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff, student project managers, and interns. Represent CDS as the senior technical lead in meetings with internal and external partners.
Sponsored Research Support
– 20%
Collaborate with CDS faculty on sponsored research projects requiring software prototypes, data pipelines, and AI systems. Support development and deployment of pilots and production‑ready artifacts across software, data, and AI domains. Serve as a liaison to BU departments providing computing resources or technical support, including IS&T Research Computing, the Hariri Institute's SAIL, and Medical Campus cores such as BEDAC and the Bioinformatics Core.
Technical Consultancy
– 10%
Provide advisory support to faculty, students, and partners on design and implementation of pilot projects involving software development, data engineering, and AI integration. Guide innovation efforts within CDS clinics, BU Spark! courses, and student‑led initiatives, ensuring technical feasibility and alignment with best practices across all domains.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computational Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics, or related technical field. 5‑8 years of relevant experience in software engineering, data systems, and artificial intelligence. Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and deliver production‑ready solutions. Strong understanding of data governance, security protocols, and model evaluation. Excellent communication skills and ability to mentor and guide junior staff. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. How to Apply
To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/315988
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Join the Office of the Provost as a CDS Data Systems & AI Engineer, leading interdisciplinary projects spanning software engineering, data systems, and artificial intelligence. The role will guide the design, development, deployment, and evaluation of near‑production‑quality systems aligned with CDS research, teaching, and operational priorities. Location:
Boston, MA, United States Posted Date:
10/9/2025 Salary Grade:
Grade 51 Position Type:
Full‑Time/Regular Responsibilities
Development of Software, Data, and AI Infrastructures and Solutions
– 50%
Lead design and implementation of integrated software systems, scalable data infrastructures, and AI‑powered applications that support faculty research and clinic‑based projects. Standardize development practices across domains by ensuring code quality, data governance, security protocols, and model evaluation. Develop open and extensible artifacts such as modular software platforms, MCP‑based data repositories, and AI components, including large language models and agentic AI systems. Maintain an online repository of completed projects, datasets, software tools, and AI models.
Experiential Learning Support
– 20%
Support faculty in delivering high‑quality experiential learning through CDS clinics and BU Spark! practicum offerings. Assist in project scoping, student applicant assessment, and quality assurance across technical domains. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff, student project managers, and interns. Represent CDS as the senior technical lead in meetings with internal and external partners.
Sponsored Research Support
– 20%
Collaborate with CDS faculty on sponsored research projects requiring software prototypes, data pipelines, and AI systems. Support development and deployment of pilots and production‑ready artifacts across software, data, and AI domains. Serve as a liaison to BU departments providing computing resources or technical support, including IS&T Research Computing, the Hariri Institute's SAIL, and Medical Campus cores such as BEDAC and the Bioinformatics Core.
Technical Consultancy
– 10%
Provide advisory support to faculty, students, and partners on design and implementation of pilot projects involving software development, data engineering, and AI integration. Guide innovation efforts within CDS clinics, BU Spark! courses, and student‑led initiatives, ensuring technical feasibility and alignment with best practices across all domains.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computational Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics, or related technical field. 5‑8 years of relevant experience in software engineering, data systems, and artificial intelligence. Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and deliver production‑ready solutions. Strong understanding of data governance, security protocols, and model evaluation. Excellent communication skills and ability to mentor and guide junior staff. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. How to Apply
To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/315988
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