Job Description

Job Description:

• Perform as a team member in research software projects to design and advise on the development of data portals, science gateways, data commons, and other research applications.

• Consult with research software engineers with utilizing Globus APIs, SDK, and web interfaces to add Globus data management features to their applications.

• Develop, test, document and deploy work with other research software engineers to optimize and troubleshoot Globus features in their applications.

• Understand, articulate and evangelize the Globus approach to transforming the way researchers manage their data utilizing technical knowledge of existing and emerging technologies.

• Grow the body of available Globus knowledge by documenting best practices, developing code samples, and sharing learnings with both Globus staff and customers.

• Provide expert knowledge on research applications and support the Globus product team in documenting use cases and user scenarios, quantifying user requirements, and preparing partners for Globus product changes and enhancements.

• Act as a technical consultant to the Globus customer team in growing adoption of the Globus service and data management solutions within our diverse user base.

• Assess data management risks and implications due to compliance with privacy and other security regulations.

• Utilizes technical knowledge of existing and emerging technologies, including public cloud offerings from Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud.

• Designs new systems, features, and tools. Solves complex problems and identifies opportunities for technical improvement and performance optimization. Reviews and tests code to ensure appropriate standards are met.

• Perform other related work as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science or engineering related field.

Experience:

• Proficiency in software development with Python and/or Javascript.

• Hands-on experience with software installation, configuration and administration in a Linux environment.

• Five or more years experience in information technology implementation projects and/or custom software development projects.

• Experience in a customer facing role.

• Experience as a solutions engineer.

• Experience with a sizable, complex software development project and scientific applications.

• Experience with high performance computing, research software development and cloud computing.

• Experience with Globus.

Preferred Competencies

• Knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures of software development.

• Knowledge of the process (and proven experience) of selling to enterprise customers.

• Strong understanding of web application frameworks, development tools, and techniques.

• Broad familiarity with web application development and APIs.

• Familiarity with Linux command line programming and system administration.

• Strong and effective oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to facilitate technical discussions, as well as the ability to synthesize, summarize and generate application requirements from fuzzy and incomplete information.

• Ability to analyze complex multivariate problems and use a systematic approach to ensure quick resolution, often under pressure.

Working Conditions

• Option available for remote  work with occasional required attendance at in-person meetings.

• Occasional travel may be required.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

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