Software/Hardware Systems Engineer

Core Duties:  

• Assemble and maintain hardware/software systems for systems neuroscience research
• Architect a multi-stage pipeline for analyzing and combining heterogenous datasets that will lead to publishable scientific discoveries 
• Curate and standardize a large database of neurophysiological recordings, including producing data summaries and visualizations 
• Document data organization and internal formatting standards for long-term use
• Implement appropriate backup frameworks for raw datasets 
• Ensure compliance with Federal data retention policies 
• Develop interfaces for easily accessing and querying datasets 
• Address code bugs and documentation issues raised by end-users of software 
• Contribute to training sessions for new users of this software and database 
• Provide visibility for the group, the data, and your work on external websites 
• Accelerate data acquisition and analysis using industry best practices to maintain computing infrastructure 

* - The job duties listed are typical of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess a MS and/or PhD in a STEM field with a computational component;
• Be comfortable manipulating data sets, particularly large timeseries ones.
• Be comfortable in hardware systems engineering design
• Be able to analyze and work with custom coding tools.
• Be proficient in Python and C.
• Have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Be able to work in a team setting.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: 

Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Expertise in designing, developing, testing, and deploying systems and applications.
• Proficiency in computer hardware assembly
• Proficiency with application design and data modeling. 
• Ability to define and solve logical problems for highly technical applications. 
• Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical clients.
• Ability to lead activities on structured team development projects.
• Ability to select, adapt, and effectively use a variety of programming methods. 
• Knowledge of application domain. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks. 
• Often sit, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
• Regularly stand/walk, writing by hand. 
• Regularly use a telephone, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds. 
• - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.