$160,000–$165,000 Per Year
Computer Science, Data Analysis, Enterprise Application Integration (EAI), Machine Tool, People Management, Research & Development (R&D), Software Administration, Software Development, Software Engineering, Team Lead/Manager, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX)
System Office - Chicago
- Hybrid/Remote
Posting Category:
The Discovery Partners Institute, located in Chicago, a large metro area, is seeking a Lead Software Development Engineer to assist the department with the following responsibilities: Under direction and supervision, utilize knowledge of software development and computer science to create frontend and back-end scalable technology-based platforms and build technology-based R&D products and services. Collaborate with external software development firms, lead a team of software engineers, drive R&D technology development, and improve functionality of technology solutions. Implement data and analytics platforms, deliver quality software code, and maintain knowledge of effective software tooling to facilitate technology-based R&D products and services. Act as a resource for internal and external stakeholders by providing guidance on the integration of technology-based solutions. Other duties as assigned. This is a full time academic professional position. The budgeted salary range for this position is $160,000 to $165,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Discovery Partners Institute, located in Chicago, a large metro area, is seeking a Lead Software Development Engineer to assist the department with the following responsibilities:
Under direction and supervision, utilize knowledge of software development and computer science to create frontend and back-end scalable technology-based platforms and build technology-based R&D products and services. Collaborate with external software development firms, lead a team of software engineers, drive R&D technology development, and improve functionality of technology solutions. Implement data and analytics platforms, deliver quality software code, and maintain knowledge of effective software tooling to facilitate technology-based R&D products and services. Act as a resource for internal and external stakeholders by providing guidance on the integration of technology-based solutions. Other duties as assigned. This is a full time academic professional position. The budgeted salary range for this position is $160,000 to $165,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
QUALIFICATIONS
This position minimally requires a Bachelor's degree or its foreign equivalent in Computer Science or a related field and, 8 years of related work experience in software development. For fullest consideration, please submit CV, cover letter, and 3 professional references by August 24, 2025 to Ranjan Karri, University of IL System, 200 S. Wacker Drive, 20th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606 or via email to rkarr2@uillinois.edu.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
This position minimally requires a Bachelor's degree or its foreign equivalent in Computer Science or a related field and, 8 years of related work experience in software development.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
This is a Full Time academic professional position.
The budgeted salary range for the position is $160,000.00 - 165,000.00. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES & DEADLINE INFORMATION
For full consideration, please submit CV, cover letter, and 3 professional references by August 24, 2025 to Ranjan Karri, University of IL System, 200 S. Wacker Drive, 20th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606 or via email to rkarr2@uillinois.edu.
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Requisition ID: req2657
Job Category: Academic Professional
Campus Location: ChicagoU
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