Research Software Engineer

Job Purpose

Are you a Software Engineer who thrives on solving complex problems through hands‑on development and in collaboration with researchers and end‑users? The Urban Big Data Centre (UBDC) is seeking a Research Software Engineer to play a central role in designing and delivering innovative software and data science solutions that unlock the potential of urban data for research, policy, and public impact. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys collaborating with researchers and end‑users, architecting systems, and building tools that make complex datasets accessible, interactive, and actionable.

As an RSE, you will be responsible for the end‑to‑end development of robust data analytics pipelines, scalable applications, and intuitive user interfaces. You will work directly with interdisciplinary teams of researchers, data scientists, and external partners to co‑create impactful solutions that support data‑intensive social research.

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