Purdue University is looking to advance groundbreaking research by enabling faculty, staff, and students to maximize the power of large-scale computing systems. This position bridges technical expertise and academic discovery, helping the research community harness advanced computational tools and data technologies to push the boundaries of knowledge.
Requirements
- Advanced knowledge of programming, research computing, and data-intensive workflows
- Demonstrated ability to design, code, optimize, and maintain complex applications
- Excellent problem-solving skills with creativity and flexibility in approaching unique research needs
- using common programming languages, tools and techniques including Python/C/C++/Java, scripting languages such as Shell, databases, or web applications
- Knowledge of Linux operating system
- Knowledge of scripting languages, i.e. Shell
- Knowledge of version control software, i.e. GIT
Responsibilities
- Partner with researchers to design creative computational solutions to complex scientific questions
- Streamline and modernize data analysis pipelines for efficiency and scalability
- Diagnose and solve a wide range of computational and data workflow challenges
- Architect, develop, test, and optimize advanced research software applications
- Lead training workshops that empower researchers to effectively use computational tools
- Collaborate with national partners, vendors, and peer institutions to implement innovative technologies
- Represent Purdue in national forums through conferences and workshops
Other
- Strong communication and collaboration skills for cross-disciplinary teamwork
- Ability to work on a team with various backgrounds
- Ability to plan, organize and prioritize tasks, and complete projects with minimal supervision
- Good verbal and written English communication skills including the ability to consult with researchers, make presentations, develop and present training material, and develop documentation
- Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
