Research Software Engineer | University of Chicago (UC) - Military Veterans

Location: Chicago, IL Job Description: Helps build and operate the Chameleon experimental platform (www.chameleoncloud.org): specific tasks may range from integrating state-of-the-art technologies such as disaggregated hardware or IoT devices, evaluating and extending open-source systems and tools such as OpenStack, and new feature development -- to system upgrades and maintenance, or implementing security controls. Works directly with users as a technical consultant to answer their questions, troubleshoot issues, and see how the work is impacting their science daily. Collaborates with scientific application groups nationwide, work as part of a large supercomputing center and an outstanding academic institution. Shares experiences with wider community by contributing to papers as part of a research team that regularly publishes in various academic venues. Works with stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements for developmental programs. Receives a moderate level of guidance to design applications to meet University and business requirements. Supports and maintains existing applications. Works with web developers and responds to requests from users. Perform other related work as needed. Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science or another relevant computer-related field. Experience: Demonstrated programming experience (development, debugging, and maintenance). Experience with IaaS cloud systems, such as OpenStack or Amazon Web Services, and relevant technologies. Experience with system administration. Interest and experience in systems research and working on challenges that dont have obvious solutions. Demonstrated contributions to open-source software. Experience with distributed systems, performance analysis, and resource and/or data management systems. Technical Knowledge or Skills: Knowledge of Unix/Linux. Python programming skills. Familiarity with system administration tools (e.g., Ceph, MariaDB) and DevOps tools (e.g., Jenkins, Ansible) and virtualization or containerization technologies (e.g., KVM, Docker). Familiarity with front-end technologies, portal development, and Jupyter. Preferred Competencies Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to think and work independently to develop exceptional technical solutions. Ability to identify similar or complementary commercial or academic solutions and read scientific literature to fill in knowledge gaps as needed. Ability to prioritize and manage workload to meet critical project milestones and deadlines. Working Conditions Ability to work in a collaborative (potentially remote) team environment.  Ability to work on a flexible schedule which will include occasional late night and/or weekend hours. Sense of humor appreciated. Application Documents Resume (required) Cover Letter (preferred) The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via the Applicant Inquiry Form. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.