SoftwareSystems Associate (part-time) SDS Dietrich College

Carnegie Mellon University is a private global research university that challenges the curious and hardworking to deliver work that matters. Our outstanding institution has distinctive areas of excellence and a culture marked by ambition and a deep practical engagement with challenges facing society. We continue to produce versatile alumni and draw faculty and staff eager to be a part of the universitys creative dedicated and close-knit community. We place emphasis on practical problem solving interdisciplinary learning a transformative spirit and collaboration.

From creative writing to statistics and data science behavioral economics to social and political history Dietrich College is home to 11 humanities and sciences departments programs and institutes. Our world-class faculty and students work across subject areas to investigate and solve real-world problems.

The Social and Decision Sciences Lab is seeking a Software/Systems Associate. This position will support software architecture and design computational projects.

Core Responsibilities

• Maintain computer servers maintain Git environments for the laboratory.
• Document thoroughly computer developments
• Write resource usage policies and document computer resources for the laboratory
• Development of web-based interactive applications
• Maintain databases related to data collection in the laboratory.
• Install test and maintain applications and databases in the labs web server.
• Coordinate with lab director post-doctoral fellows and other researchers in the lab to test maintain and export data from databases of applications.
• Modify or develop applications or systems programs from detailed specifications.
• Code test and debug programs.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation.

Flexibility excellence and passion are vital qualities within the Dietrich College. Collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore we are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Information Technology or a related field is preferred.
• Three years experience in information technology systems management and/or software development.
• Significant experience with Unix. The applicant should be very knowledgeable with running their own Linux machine.
• Experience with deploying some public applications on a Linux server that is fully maintained by the applicant.
• Significant experience with Git maintenance and documentation.
• Experience working on large shared projects hosted on GitHub or equivalent.
• Experience with web-based development and databases (Javascript Nodejs Python MySQL).
• Experience and interest in learning new technologies.
• Experience and interest in working well in large teams
• A combination of education and proven experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Requirements:

• Successful background investigation

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical prescription dental and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs fitness center access and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials we evaluate the role and responsibilities your valuable work experience and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; its about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization! Apply today!

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