Research Officer Ii, System Automation

**NOTE: This is a 12 month temporary position with possibility of extension.**

NAIT is proud to be named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 10 consecutive years. We are also a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. Learn more about NAIT’s commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion at nait.ca/edi.

Central to NAIT’s vision of being one of the world’s leading polytechnics is our relationship with business and industry, a partnership that is dedicated to helping organizations compete and succeed. NAIT Industry Solutions seeks to create various avenues that support industry collaboration to improve productivity and competitiveness of businesses and whole industries in Alberta and beyond. We do this by partnering with individual companies, industry associations and government. Our work is highlighted by NAIT’s new state-of-the-art Productivity and Innovation Centre (PIC), a 190,000 square-foot facility that features applied research centres, advanced technology labs, manufacturing services, training and certification programs, and unique conference and events venues.

We expect this person to share their knowledge and help team members to develop their skills in his/her area of expertise, enabling a broader impact across all our projects. Above all, we are looking for someone with the desire to learn, the ability to adapt, and a history of successfully delivering projects on-time and on-budget.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Technical management. This encompasses the execution of applied research and development projects independently or as part of a larger team, to deliver the new technologies, systems, and products that are requested.
- Project management. This includes identifying opportunities, project scoping, grant proposal writing, technical & experimental design, drawings & documentation, and technical estimates / budgets based on client defined requirements and expectations. Also required are data analysis, report writing and presentations.
- Leadership. While not directly supervisory, this position is expected to provide mentoring and knowledge transfer to our existing junior and intermediate level technical staff for them to continue their professional development.

**Skills & Abilities**:
Technical Skills in the following categories are necessary:

- Experience with database management systems (e.g., SQL, NoSQL).
- Practical experience on designing backend services and Application Programming Interface (API).
- Web and desktop based graphical user interface design.
- Understanding of Linux and deployment to Linux systems (Shell scripts).
- Microcontroller interfacing with windows and Raspberry Pi OS.
- Experience working in one or more of the following backend languages: Java, C#, JavaScript (NodeJS), Golang.

Working knowledge or familiarity with the following will be an asset:

- Robot Operating System (ROS).
- Internet of Things (IoT) based system design involving data acquisition and cloud interfacing.
- Frontend and backend web portal design.
- Sensor networking through wireless, cellular and Wi-Fi connectivity.
- Microcontroller based embedded system design and implementation.
- Data analytics and programming skills (e.g., MATLAB, C++, Python).

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Engineering Physics, or related discipline.
- 2 year of experience in academic or industry environment.

**Remuneration**: $61,997.52 - $83,085.08 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification - Research Officer II).
- This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement._

**Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.**

**About NAIT**

At NAIT, people matter.

We’re proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 12 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive, and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset - they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

**What we offer**

We’ve created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional and personal growth, recognition, and work-life balance.

NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.

Employees also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas and New Year's, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual all-staff professional development days and so much more.

**Health and safety**

You can find the latest information on NAIT’s response to COVID-19 at nait.ca/covid19.

**Additional requirements**

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previo