Research Software Engineer

Company: U. of Maryland, Dept. of CS
Location: College Park, MD
Web: www.cs.umd.edu

Job Description: Implement an advanced machine-learning software package to support cutting-edge research. The prospective candidate will be responsible for all aspects of the package development: conceptualization, design, implementation, documentation, testing, debugging, external software integration and user-support. You will work with a group of motivated and friendly researchers to incorporate their work into the package. This position would serve as an ideal preparation for entry into a CS graduate program.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Eagerness to learn new concepts
• Proven object-oriented programming experience (Java or C++)
• Ability to code data structures beyond the standard ones provided in common software libraries
• Ability to think analytically about code efficiency, scalability and maintainability
• B.S / M.S in Computer Science or related discipline

• Experience in implementing machine learning algorithms
• Good scripting skills (e.g., Perl, Shell and Python)
• Good knowledge of open-source Java and C++ tools
• Familiarity with:
  • SQL and relational databases
  • Linux operating system and its tools
  • Ontological schemas such as OWL, OWL2, etc.
  • Numerical optimization concepts

• Strong communication and people skills
• Ability to interact in a peer-to-peer environment rather than a hierarchical model
• Ability to work in a busy research environment rather than a 9-to-5 one

Deadline: Open until filled. Encouraged to apply by Dec 1, 2010.

_Contact_:
To Apply: Please email linqs-jobs@cs.umd.edu a sample of your best code and a letter including salary requirements, resume and contact information of three work references:

The University of Maryland is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.