Software Engineer - Research

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Boston, MA, USA
In-Office
111K-177K Annually
Mid level
Cloud • Information Technology • Internet of Things • Software • Consulting • Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) • Automation
Creating better technology the open source way
The Role
Develop, deploy, and operate distributed research software and transition prototypes to production using OpenShift/OpenStack and other open-source tools. Collaborate with researchers to design, train, and optimize AI/ML models (including LLMs), contribute to open-source projects, and support student-focused activities like hackathons and mentoring.
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*Telecommuting permitted: work may be performed within normal commuting distance from the Red Hat, LLC office in Boston, MA.

Support multiple collaborative systems and software projects with academic and industry partners in research environments around the world. Develop and transition research and prototype software and systems solutions to production environments and contribute to open-source software projects that advance hybrid cloud development and systems understanding.

What You Will Do:

  • Develop, test, deploy and operate software for distributed research environments built with OpenShift, OpenStack and other open-source software such as Vault and Ansible.
  • Develop, deploy, upgrade, monitor and troubleshoot software in research environments such as the Mass Open Cloud Alliance, as well as in university research computing environments in North America.
  • Develop, test and contribute software to open-source projects to help advance research computing.
  • Work with researchers to design, train and optimize AI software with Machine Learning for LLMs, visual models, and other algorithms relevant to specific science applications in computer science, natural sciences, medical sciences and other relevant research areas.
  • Participate in software development research projects, as well as student-oriented development and education activities such as hackathons, tutorials and mentoring independent student projects.

What You Will Bring:

  • Bachelor's degree (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • Position requires working knowledge of the following skills gained through coursework or experience: software development experience with multiple programming languages; distributed software development, including containers; software design and implementation, including significant open-source contributions to projects with teams of developers and system engineers; AI models, measurement and optimization, including primary responsibility for designing and deploying varied models; using and maintaining Linux including Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL); developing and releasing software using Agile processes with a distributed team; development tools, repositories and CI/CD platforms; and working as a primary advisor for users and design engineers in a research or production computing environment.
     

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The salary range for this position is $110,940 - $177,280/year. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications.

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About Red Hat

Red Hat is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • Software development experience with multiple programming languages
  • Experience with distributed software development and containers
  • Significant open-source contributions and teamwork with developers and system engineers
  • Designing, training, measuring, optimizing, and deploying AI/ML models, including LLMs
  • Using and maintaining Linux, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
  • Experience with development tools, repositories, and CI/CD platforms
  • Experience developing, deploying, monitoring, and troubleshooting on OpenShift, OpenStack, Vault, Ansible
  • Experience developing and releasing software using Agile processes with distributed teams
  • Experience advising users and design engineers in research or production computing environments

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  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is presented as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, and vision along with life and disability coverage. Access to HSA/FSA options and broadly positive reception of health benefits support the view that healthcare is a core strength.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off offerings are described as generous, with substantial PTO for new hires plus additional recharge days and an end-of-year shutdown for many non-critical roles. Paid volunteer time, holidays, sick days, and supportive expectations around taking time off reinforce the breadth of leave benefits.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives The rewards package includes performance bonuses and a recurring quarterly bonus program tied to company and individual performance. Availability of ESPP participation further adds to incentive pathways beyond base pay.

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