Georgia Tech
Job Summary
The School of Computational Science and Engineering (CSE) is seeking to hire a Research Engineer (Open Rank) to contribute to computational models and help design software.
This is a hybrid working position.
Responsibilities
Partner with Georgia Tech faculty to identify areas of scientific research likely to benefit from dedicated Research Software Engineering.
Establish goals and requirements to create new functionality that maximize Research Software Engineering contributions.
Pair students with Research Software Engineering mentors in the Center for Scientific Software Engineering.
Partner with student Research Software Engineers to create development plans that deliver agreed‑upon functionality.
Monitor the progress of student Research Software Engineers as they embark on established development plans.
Refine CSSE team processes to achieve our collective goals more efficiently.
Required Qualifications This position vacancy is an open rank announcement. Final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook.
Research Engineer I
Bachelor's degree
Research Engineer II
Three (3) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of Master’s or
Five (5) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of Bachelor’s or
Doctoral Degree
Senior Research Engineer
Master’s degree with seven (7) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of that degree, or
Master’s degree with nine (9) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of a Bachelor’s degree, or
Doctoral degree with four (4) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of a Bachelor’s degree
Principal Research Engineer
Master’s degree with eleven (11) years of relevant full‑time experience or
Doctoral degree with seven (7) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of a Bachelor’s degree
One (1) year of relevant full‑time experience
Experience in Data Science, Network Science, Algorithms, Machine Learning and AI.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, a STEM‑related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in product management.
Experience working with open‑source software and open‑source communities.
Experience collaborating with research stakeholders in academic or industry settings.
Proven ability to create clear and compelling software specification documents.
Experience working closely with software engineers to define feature scope and development estimates.
Strong product thinking, with the ability to synthesize information quickly and take decisive action.
Empathy for users and experience engaging with customers and stakeholders to understand their needs.
Ability to prioritize effectively in environments with limited resources, ambiguity, or competing demands.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive, collaborative relationships.
Clear and compelling communication skills, both verbal and written.
Understanding of the software development lifecycle and its various phases.
Awareness of opportunities and challenges associated with Generative AI technologies.
Contact Information Requests for information may be directed to Dr. Dave Brownell: dave.brownell@gatech.edu.
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on‑line at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on‑line at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Equal Employment Opportunity The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, and services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.
Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.
Other Information This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card). This position will not travel. This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check The candidate of choice will be required to pass a pre‑employment background screening. http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening.
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This is a hybrid working position.
Responsibilities
Partner with Georgia Tech faculty to identify areas of scientific research likely to benefit from dedicated Research Software Engineering.
Establish goals and requirements to create new functionality that maximize Research Software Engineering contributions.
Pair students with Research Software Engineering mentors in the Center for Scientific Software Engineering.
Partner with student Research Software Engineers to create development plans that deliver agreed‑upon functionality.
Monitor the progress of student Research Software Engineers as they embark on established development plans.
Refine CSSE team processes to achieve our collective goals more efficiently.
Required Qualifications This position vacancy is an open rank announcement. Final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook.
Research Engineer I
Bachelor's degree
Research Engineer II
Three (3) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of Master’s or
Five (5) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of Bachelor’s or
Doctoral Degree
Senior Research Engineer
Master’s degree with seven (7) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of that degree, or
Master’s degree with nine (9) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of a Bachelor’s degree, or
Doctoral degree with four (4) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of a Bachelor’s degree
Principal Research Engineer
Master’s degree with eleven (11) years of relevant full‑time experience or
Doctoral degree with seven (7) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of a Bachelor’s degree
One (1) year of relevant full‑time experience
Experience in Data Science, Network Science, Algorithms, Machine Learning and AI.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, a STEM‑related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in product management.
Experience working with open‑source software and open‑source communities.
Experience collaborating with research stakeholders in academic or industry settings.
Proven ability to create clear and compelling software specification documents.
Experience working closely with software engineers to define feature scope and development estimates.
Strong product thinking, with the ability to synthesize information quickly and take decisive action.
Empathy for users and experience engaging with customers and stakeholders to understand their needs.
Ability to prioritize effectively in environments with limited resources, ambiguity, or competing demands.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive, collaborative relationships.
Clear and compelling communication skills, both verbal and written.
Understanding of the software development lifecycle and its various phases.
Awareness of opportunities and challenges associated with Generative AI technologies.
Contact Information Requests for information may be directed to Dr. Dave Brownell: dave.brownell@gatech.edu.
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on‑line at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on‑line at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Equal Employment Opportunity The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, and services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.
Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.
Other Information This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card). This position will not travel. This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check The candidate of choice will be required to pass a pre‑employment background screening. http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening.
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