Senior Research Computer Engineer

OPEN COMPETITION

This position will be posted until filled; however, the applications will be reviewed on a regular basis, with plans to interview in November.

Carleton University is looking to hire a Senior Research Computer Engineer. Working in Research Computing Services, the Senior Research Computer Engineer will be a centralized resource who will lead research application development across all faculties and departments. The incumbent will have the exciting opportunity to develop customized software applications to further high impact, world class research projects in several different fields. They will work directly with professors and research groups to understand the software gaps in their workflows and have the autonomy to suggest and implement unique solutions. They will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects in a dynamic environment and will be constantly learning new technologies. The incumbent will be seasoned software developer with advanced knowledge in mainstream programming languages, is comfortable working with a variety of wireless communication technologies and specializes in real-time programming, real-time operating systems, and embedded systems. Working as a senior member of a team of qualified software developers, the Senior Research Computer Engineer plays a strategic role in advancing the research programs of faculty across the university.

Carleton’s total compensation package for continuing full-time positions includes competitive extended health and dental benefits, pension, annual and sick leave, life insurance and unique perks such as tuition benefits and access to the fitness facilities at Carleton.

Job Number:  J0322-0356

Job Title:  Senior Research Computer Engineer

Job Type:  Continuing Full Time

Department:  Operations & Infrastructure

Job Category:  Information Technology

Number of Positions:  1

Salary (with Salary Rate):  76,316.00 - 99,211.00/Year

Employee Group:  Non-Union

Salary Level:  NU05

Hours Per Week:  35

Date Position Available:  21/11/2022

Carleton University is situated on unceded Algonquin territory and bordered by the Rideau River and the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in Ottawa, Ontario. The university is just minutes from the heart of our nation's government and G-7 organizations and this capital advantage provides opportunities for staff and faculty and students to make a positive impact in our community and around the world.

As one of the 2023 Top 100 Employers in Canada and one of the National Capital Region’s Top Employers for nine consecutive years, Carleton University is one of Canada’s most resourceful and productive hubs of learning and research, fuelling a rich talent pipeline that is supporting social and economic renewal. The university’s smart, caring and connected community inspires and empowers individuals to become change leaders who drive impact in the world while challenging conventional modes of thinking and doing. At Carleton, we are committed to fostering an innovative, equitable and welcoming work environment. Carleton is also a nationally certified Healthy Workplace and is a recipient of the Canada Awards for Excellence, Healthy Workplace Order of Excellence and Platinum Level Certification for Mental Health at Work.

The university’s Strategic Integrated Plan 2020-2025 is an ambitious vision for the future, anchored in Carleton’s strengths and student-centric, community-engaged values.

The Senior Research Computer Engineer will lead research application development at Carleton University. This individual, as a member of Research Computing Services (RCS), a unit of
Information Technology Services, is a centralized resource who will work directly with researchers and research groups across all faculties to design and implement custom research software, with specialization in real-time programming, real-time operating systems, and embedded systems. The incumbent will also be comfortable working with a variety of wireless communication technologies as well as integrating hardware and software. This role will involve working directly with a varied group of clients including faculty members, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and other IT professionals on campus. The incumbent will be required to liaise with the research community and other stakeholders to ensure needs are being met and to evaluate gaps in provided services.

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:
• Knowledge of software development and ITS policies, procedures, and processes
• Knowledge of office as well as the broader university academic units, departments, and
divisions
• Knowledge of office productivity software and databases, internet browsers and search
engines, discipline-specific software, enterprise software, and technology devices
• Knowledge of cultural competency and diversity in a business context
• Experience as a software developer having supported or been involved in computationally intensive research projects at an academic institution or in industry.
• Excellent knowledge of programming, development, and project management in a complex environment.
• Excellent knowledge of modern software development methods, frameworks, environments, and the Software Development Life Cycle
• Advanced working knowledge with mainstream programming languages (python, javascript, java, c/c++, R, Matlab)
• Experience with Advanced Research Computing (ARC) resources
• Experience integrating hardware and software components to achieve specified goals
• Experience with software interfacing with hardware sensors and associated analytics
• Experience with different wireless communication technologies (e.g. Bluetooth, Wi-Fi,
ZigBee, dedicated RF)
• Experience with real-time programming, real-time operating systems and embedded systems.
• Excellent project management skills and use of tools to ensure projects are completed on time
• Ability to reach set and agreed to goals while working independently with limited supervision
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to analyze, decipher and understand technical problems, and to find, develop, and
implement software solutions where there may be little local expertise or existing material
• Excellent negotiation, interpersonal skills, and ability to explain difficult concepts.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing

The above is normally acquired through the completion of:
• Completion of bachelor’s degree in computer science
• A minimum of five (5) years of software development and research computing experience in a research focused environment. Supervisory experience in an IT management position is an asset

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.

This position is regularly required to work on campus. Due to the ongoing dynamic nature of Covid-19, you may be required to work temporarily remotely due to public health requirements. If this happens, you will work with your direct manager to set up a remote work environment including discussing appropriate technology and requirements. You are required to follow all directives to set up a safe and confidential workspace in a remote location and ensure all Carleton property (intellectual and other) is safeguarded. If required to work remotely, you will be notified by your manager when working full time physically onsite will resume.

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