ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, ENGINEERING, Hariri Institute
Category
Charles River Campus --> Professional
Job Location
BOSTON, MA, United States
Tracking Code
26500492630713
Posted Date
7/13/2026
Salary Grade
Grade 51
Expected Hiring Range Minimum
$120,375.00
Expected Hiring Range Maximum
$168,525.00
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University''s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Based in the Hariri Institute for Computing, the Software & Application Innovation Lab (SAIL) is a collaborative partner for Boston University faculty and researchers that engages in a variety of activities to encourage, enable, support, and execute research efforts involving technical, data-driven, computational, and software engineering aspects or components. The individual in this position will oversee multiple agile teams of software engineers and other technical team members in designing, building, deploying, and maintaining online prototypes, applications, software platforms, and other systems. They will identify appropriate tools, frameworks, technology stacks, and other institutional and external resources that are necessary to execute engineering efforts. They will implement, and oversee the implementation of, solutions involving a variety of technologies and techniques. They will also work with the Director to shape long-term plans for SAIL''s with regard to prioritizing opportunities, managing growth, and engaging with new collaborators and partners. This individual will author project plans and technical publications, communicate and coordinate with a variety of stakeholders within the research community, provide consultations, and contribute to open source communities.
Required Skills
Master''s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or Information Technology and 5-8 years experience required.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Boston University is one of the leading private research and teaching institutions in the world today, with two primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the world. As a Boston University employee you will be part of a dynamic community where every individual is valued. You'll reap the rewards of being on a college campus, such as direct access to the heart of the education and research community and a myriad of opportunities to help create a positive impact on our students' educational experiences. Education thrives in Boston, and working here – at one of the largest employers in the city – will give you the opportunity to contribute to our mission and work with some of the most experienced educators and staff in the nation.