Software Engineering Specialist

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Role Description:

As part of our Computer Science Department, youll blend real-world engineering experience with academic impact. Youll design and deliver courses on Software Development, System Design, Data Structures & Algorithms, and other core computer science subjects. Youll also play a key role in shaping the curriculum, mentoring students, and collaborating with academic and industry partners to ensure our programs stay aligned with the latest technologies and best practices.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Course Development & Delivery: Design and teach engaging lectures and practical sessions covering Software Development, System Design, OOP, Design Patterns, and Distributed Systems.
• Lab Management: Lead coding and design labs where students can apply theoretical concepts through hands-on exercises.
• Technical Mentorship: Guide students through complete project lifecycles from requirements and architecture to development, testing, and deployment.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with faculty, industry mentors, and curriculum designers to keep our software engineering courses relevant and forward-looking.
• Academic Excellence & Student Success: Provide mentorship, review projects, and support student growth through feedback and structured assessments.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with university leadership and industry partners to drive innovation in teaching and curriculum development.
• Research & Innovation: Motivate students to explore research areas, open-source contributions, and new technologies through projects and collaborations.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2-6 years of professional experience as a Software Engineer or Architect, with a focus on System Design and Scalable Application Development.
• Strong proficiency in one or more backend languages such as Java, Python, Go, C++, or Node.js.
• In-depth understanding of software architecture principles, including microservices, APIs, caching, database design, concurrency, and cloud computing.
• Solid foundation in Data Structures, Algorithms, and Design Patterns.
• Ability to explain complex engineering concepts in a clear, structured, and approachable way.
• Comfortable teaching both theoretical concepts and hands-on implementation in system design.

Good to Have:

• Prior experience teaching or mentoring in universities, bootcamps, or corporate training programs.
• Familiarity with modern teaching tools and project-based learning methodologies.
• Experience in architecting large-scale systems, cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP), or distributed computing frameworks.
• Contributions to open-source projects, technical blogs, or developer communities.

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Passion for technology, mentorship, and continuous learning
• Ability to bridge academic depth with real-world engineering practices