RF/Wireless Network Engineering Scientist

RF/Wireless Network Engineering ScientistLocation: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUSWeekly Scheduled Hours: 40 • FLSA Status: Exempt • Earliest Start Date: Immediately • Position Duration: Expected to ContinueJob DetailsThe Signal and Information Sciences Laboratory (SISL) is seeking a motivated individual to support research and development tasks related to software development, algorithmic development and data analytics for RF networks. This may include tasks such as predicting propagation loss, testing new algorithms for link prediction, and running network simulators.ResponsibilitiesDesigning software applications and algorithms to support RF network projects and applications.Writing flexible and maintainable software code according to software best practices.Researching and testing state-of-the-art algorithms applicable to a range of projects.Deploying and supporting software delivered outside of ARL:UT.Other related functions as assigned.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related discipline and at least three years of experience working in a related field.Experience in multiple of the following: RF networks, RF network data, network simulators, wireless networks.Demonstrated ability to implement and test machine learning based techniques in relevant or related problem domains.Demonstrated ability to work with subject matter experts when developing analytics.Proficiency using Python for algorithm development, data science, and/or machine learning.Familiar with the software development lifecycle process to design, develop, and maintain software.Knowledgeable using tools to perform testing, version control, and documentation of code.Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, with a strong commitment to contribution and enabling the entire team.Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related discipline.Five years of related experience.Demonstrated ability to implement and test data science and machine learning based techniques on a variety of problem domains, including network applications.Experience using C++ to develop and run software applications.Experience using JavaScript for front-end web development.Prior work experience in research environment.Experience using containerized applications in deployed environments.Cumulative GPA of 3.0.Security ClearanceUS Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.BenefitsPaid holidaysPaid sick timeRetirement planSalary Range$104,000 – $174,000+ / negotiable depending on qualificationsWorking ConditionsStandard office conditionsRepetitive use of a keyboard at a workstationUse of manual dexteritySome weekend, evening, and holiday workPossible interstate/intrastate travelRequired MaterialsResume/CV3 work references with contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisorLetter of interestUnofficial college transcriptsImportant for ApplicantsImportant for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.Employment EligibilityRegular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.Retirement Plan EligibilityThe retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.Background ChecksA criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.Pay TransparencyThe University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. 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Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.E-VerifyE-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]ComplianceEmployees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.J-18808-Ljbffr