Software Engineer, Department of Geoscience, College of Science (REMOTE) [R0132496]

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Software Engineer, Department of Geoscience, College of Science (REMOTE) [R0132496].

ROLE of the POSITION

Housed in the Department of Geoscience, the UNLV-FIA Information Management Research Group is a federally-funded research program. Our group has worked in partnership with the Research & Development division of the USDA Forest Service since 1998. We provide data management and analysis solutions and software and database programming support for the Forest Inventory and Analysis (FIA) National Program, which researches and reports on the status and trends of America's forests. The purpose of this position is to provide analysis, design, development, enhancement, and maintenance of FIA information management systems and tools. There are opportunities to work on a variety of FIA projects, with project assignment based on the employee's particular skillset and on FIA priorities. Project responsibilities include information management systems development (e.g., full-stack application programming and/or RDBMS development), systems analysis, stakeholder engagement (e.g., requirements gathering), design and prototyping, debugging/testing, and technical documentation.

NOTE: This position will work remotely from anywhere in the United States.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 1-3 years of experience in software engineering (10+ years of experience preferred). The ability to pass a federal background check and obtain and maintain the credentials necessary to access the federal network and tools is required for this position. The person who fills this position must reside in the U.S.

Technical Skills

Languages: Java, JavaScript, SQL, PL/SQL (optional: C#, PHP, Python, R)

Client/Browser Technologies: HTML, CSS, jQuery

IDE (optional): PL/SQL Developer, Eclipse, IntelliJ Idea

RDBMS: Familiarity with Oracle, SQLite, Microsoft SQL Server (optional: Oracle Spatial, Microsoft Access)

.Net Technologies (optional): ASP.NET, ASP.NET MVC, XML, Web Services, Windows Services

Other Technologies: Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and/or Sonarqube (optional: Spring Framework, Spring Boot, PrimeFaces, Hibernate

Environments: Familiarity with cloud environments, CI/CD deployments (optional: PL/SQL Developer, Eclipse or IntelliJ Idea IDE)

Version Control: Git or similar platform

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.

SALARY RANGE

Salary is competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

• Generous compensation packages, up to 48 days of paid time off, sick leave, and holidays

• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision

• No state income tax

• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs

• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools

• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS

• Flexible work schedule (depending on your department)

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs

• Personal and professional development opportunities

• UNLV athletics ticket discounts

• Employee discount at UNLV's Student Wellness Recreation Center

• Statewide employee purchase program discounts

• RebelCard discounts on and off campus

• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost

• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest; a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience; code samples, expected salary; and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.

Materials should be addressed to Gretchen Andrew, Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or [email protected] .

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, "R0132496" in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu

EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: [email protected] , or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [email protected] ; or to both. 

Information pertaining to the University's grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

JOB CATEOGRY

Administrative Faculty

Required Attachment(s)

Submit a letter of interest; a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience; code samples, expected salary; and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

UNLV is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action educator and employer committed to achieving excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws. The University of Nevada, Las Vegas employs only United States citizens and non-citizens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Women, under-represented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.