Research Software Architect

1 month ago


Orlando, Florida, United States University of Central Florida Full time

The Opportunity

The University of Central Florida's Institute for Simulation and Training (IST) is seeking highly skilled research software architects to design, develop, and deliver cutting-edge software architectures that support advanced simulation and training technologies research. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience leading complex software development efforts and a strong background in software architecture, design, and development.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop software reference architectures and software requirements specifications for advanced systems and processes.
  • Identify and implement processes and tools to simplify and standardize software application development workflows.
  • Plan and oversee the software development lifecycle, translating software architectures and requirements into readable, maintainable, and sustainable prototype software code.
  • Ensure compliance with software security requirements at all stages of the research software development process.
  • Prepare prototype code for delivery to and deployment by applied research sponsors.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to incorporate advanced AI models and algorithms into digital twin software architectures.
  • Support proposal writing, client deliverables, and research papers.
  • Develop content for prototype demonstrations of IST's capabilities.
  • Design creative visualization, immersive, and computational approaches to meet research and project objectives in collaboration with IST faculty, researchers, and students.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in software engineering or a related field from an accredited institution and three years of related professional experience; or a bachelor's degree in software engineering or related field and five years of related professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of back-end and front-end programming languages such as Java, Java Script, .NET, Python, C++, and C#.
  • Experience or education in designing, developing, and implementing advanced software architectures and simulations.
  • Knowledge of web technologies including SPAs and RESTful Services.
  • Knowledge of SQL.
  • Experience with current software development and software security best practices such as Agile and DevSecOps.
  • Knowledge of advanced simulation techniques that leverage AI and ML.
  • Experience developing APIs and interactive applications in multi-GPU environments.

Additional Application Materials Required:

UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website. In addition to the online application, interested candidates should upload a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and a list with contact information for three (3) professional references.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

This is a Contract and Grant (C&G) funded position.

US citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance is preferred due to the nature of research.



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