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Software Engineer – AGCO

Job Summary: The Developer / Programmer I is a full-stack web application, API, and cloud data services development position. This role assists the Application Development Team is working with product management to design, create, and support state-of-the-art AWS cloud data services and JavaScript web applications for the agriculture sector in an Agile Development environment. The software includes remote connection to agriculture controllers, livestock farming production data acquisition, and the analytics and presentation of that data. The work is to be performed at the University of Illinois Research Park.   Our Engineering teams ensure AGCO’s core brands lead the industry in every way, whether that’s through functionality enhancements, new product development or aggressively pursuing precision agriculture solutions. AGCO engineers develop high-tech solutions for professional farmers feeding the world.   We are looking for new team members who are able to maintain and enhance our current operating platforms using JavaScript, ReactJS and TypeScript, as well as work with our team to integrate new applications into the AWS cloud infrastructure with Node.js and Python. The successful candidate will also be responsible for collaborating with the cloud system architect to work out the details involved with creating and implementing new serverless applications and segments in a data stream. He or she will also be asked to occasionally offer support to the executive staff for internal system issues and mobile computing challenges as well.     Job Responsibilities: Work closely with the development team and remote hardware development and support staff to create a new desktop, mobile, and serverless apps as needed Work with remote hardware development and support staff to create, maintain and troubleshoot program logic in existing and future cloud-based data analytics products Create and perform unit and integration code testing, participate in team code reviews to identify and handle bugs from anywhere in the system, and design feature expansions on hardware-based products Help plan and implement technology migrations by documenting and modeling new, as well as existing, systems and functionality Offer technical support to the internal sales and technical support staff for internal functions, customer-facing APIs, cloud base data streams, and Internet-enabled applications Develop data stream test routines that help the application development team know the effects of certain system changes on the entire data platform   Minimum Qualifications: Employers typically look for Computer Programmers with previous experience in the field. For entry-level positions, it’s helpful for the candidate to have internship or volunteer experience. For more advanced positions, a general business experience where leadership tasks were taken is good. Anywhere from one to five years of direct computer programming experience is also a nice addition to have as a candidate for a computer programmer position. A bachelor’s degree in computer science or related fields where these skills are studied in depth 3 or more years of significant experience in web backend and front-end development, backend and frontend Significant experience building AWS cloud serverless feature applications Comprehension of algebra statistical concepts to apply to data and to generate reports Attention to detail, analytical skills, organization, and prioritization when working under pressure to meet deadlines and manage workload while creating computer code Experience in Typescript, Node.js, Python, pub/subsystems (SNS, SQS, Redis ), and data streams Proficiency in a front-end language/framework (Javascript, React, Angular, CSS, HTML, etc.). Knowledge of data storage systems, both relational and non-relational object storage     Specific Skill Set Required: 2-3 years of experience using JavaScript as the backend in a NodeJS, Express, and Cloud environment with a strong skillset in frontend web framework skills such as Javascript, JQuery, AJAX, HTML5, SQL, RESTful and GraphQL API. Working knowledge of technology communication protocols and mechanisms like WebSocket, MQTT, and HTTPS. Working knowledge in workflow and packaging technologies like GIT, and Webpack. Proven experience in writing unit tests, debugging, and developing web applications in a client/server cloud-hosted environment. Strong skills in designing and developing AWS serverless applications using Javascript and Python. Most importantly a demonstrated propensity to learn new programming languages, frameworks, and application paradigms as well as evidence of strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.

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Accountant – Yummy Future

About Yummy Future: Yummy Future is a food robotics startup. We design and build robotic coffee shops. As a new business, we are looking for highly energetic and innovative people with a go-getter attitude. This is a unique opportunity to work with a fast-paced start-up that is quickly expanding!   *This role requires the applicant to be fluent in Chinese and English.  Key Responsibilities: Ensuring the accuracy of financial documents, as well as their compliance with relevant laws and regulations Preparing and maintaining important financial reports Preparing tax returns and ensuring that taxes are paid properly and on time Evaluating financing operations to incorporate better practices, identify issues and strategize solutions, and help Yummy Future run efficiently. Offering guidance on cost reduction, revenue enhancement, and profit maximization Conducting forecasting and risk analysis assessments Requirements: Good communication skills – interpersonal, verbal, and written Strong time-management skills and the ability to organize and coordinate Strong analytical skills Attention to detail Data Analysis Full-Time position – 40 hours/week On-site work with the team Fluent in Chinese and English. Benefits: Salaried Position OPT Experience working with a top-notch startup team Free drinks and pastries at Yummy Future robotic coffee shops Our team is located in Champaign this year but will relocate to Chicago next year for expansion How to Apply: Apply on Handshake or send your resume to: Garrett@yummy-future.com or Hiring@yummy-future.com

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Traffic Protection Software Engineer – Yahoo!

A Little About Us  Yahoo brands comprise some of the premier destinations on the Internet. This means that we rely on massively scalable, widely distributed, highly performant, and efficient software systems.  If you want to help solve complex software problems for systems like these, we are looking for you. Our Data Measurements and Insights team is looking for a Software Engineer to join our Traffic Protection team to investigate, detect, and fight digital fraud and abuse across a variety of advertising platforms and technical environments. We protect our consumers, advertisers and publishers from fraudsters and bot traffic. We are developing next generation technologies to enrich our advertiser and user experience through complex, scalable anti-fraud solutions, with ever growing and interesting challenges. A Lot About You  We’re looking for world-class, highly motivated and passionate engineers to join the Traffic Protection team in Champaign, Illinois where you will have the opportunity to help develop low latency fraud and abuse detection solutions from large scale data manipulation to machine learning solutions to long term data storage, reporting, and analytical systems. We are looking for software engineers at various experience levels to analyze requirements; investigate optimal software solutions; architect, design, implement and test those solutions; and support our machine learning pipelines and globally deployed non-human traffic detection solutions. Your Day  You will spend your days doing things like: Investigating and building solutions to handle Traffic Quality issues (e.g. botnets, non-human and fraudulent traffic) Working through documents and conversations with colleagues to understand product requirements for new features Shaping those requirements into design documents and software implementation Testing and debugging both your own software and some written by others Analyzing and refactoring existing software to enhance its reliability, performance, supportability, and operability Helping your team figure out priorities and processes and what’s next Playing with your friends in some of our local games and contests, from trivia to table tennis, puzzle building, escape rooms and more. You Must Have  BS, MS, or PhD degree in Computer Science or related major. Minimum 5 years of software developer experience with a BS degree (2 year minimum  with MS/PhD). A solid Computer Science foundation in data structures and algorithms, object oriented programming, machine learning, and modern software engineering practices from your achievement of obtaining a degree in CS or a similar engineering pursuit. The ability to use an object oriented programming language like Java or C++, scripting languages like Python or Perl, and Unix or Linux systems. Excellent design, coding, debugging and testing skills The expertise to manipulate data through query languages Facility with data concepts such as joins, aggregation, projection, and explosion The ability to work with large-scale distributed systems Solid written and verbal communication skills Excellent problem solving and organizational skills Great team-working capabilities in an agile development environment Willingness to engage productively with others in the industry through the mechanisms of open source software The passion to build great products, work with great people and change the world If this describes you, then we have a career for you at our place. Yahoo is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected category. Yahoo is dedicated to providing an accessible environment for all candidates during the application process and for employees during their employment. If you need accessibility assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please submit a request via the Accommodation Request Form (https://www.yahooinc.com/careers/contact-us.html)  or call 408-336-1409. Requests and calls received for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response. At Yahoo, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page (https://www.yahooinc.com/diversity) to learn more. How to Apply  Shoot us a PDF copy of your resume along with a brief introduction of yourself to resume-champaign-data@yahooinc.com

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Senior Software Engineers (Compilers/High-Level Synthesis) – Inspirit IoT

Earn competitive pay in a dynamic work environment free of bureaucracy. Develop next-generation high-level synthesis tools while enjoying working at home. Company: Inspirit has developed a leading high level synthesis (HLS) tool, called Xcelo Compiler, with total performance 2X better than competing commercial high level synthesis tools. This tool establishes a strong foundation for future enhancements for customers. Position: We are inviting bright minds to lead design, development and testing of our in-house high-level synthesis (C to Verilog RTL) compiler, called Xcelo Compiler. Candidates with strong knowledge in algorithms, data structures and software engineering skills are encouraged to apply. The HLS/Compiler developer should be proficient in C++ and experienced with LLVM compiler framework. Knowledge in high-level synthesis, compiler optimization techniques, computer architecture, and digital design flow is a plus. Either summer internship or full-time positions are available. Location: We are located in the research park in Champaign-Urbana, IL, near the University of Illinois campus. Champaign-Urbana can be thought of as a large town or small city – it has the benefits of urban living without the drawbacks. • Affordable housing with a <15-minute commute. • Sporting events, concerts, large recreation centers on campus • Three city centers with music/night life: Champaign, Urbana, and campus town • Home to the NCSA supercomputers and Wolfram Research Why work for Inspirit? • Growing startup with advancement opportunities • International and multi-cultural team who value teamwork • Open and un-bureaucratic environment • Work-life balance • Bonus program How to apply? Please email your résumé to deming.chen@inspirit-iot.com.

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Battery Engineer – Natrion

Company Description Natrion was founded in 2018 to commercialize safe, cost-efficient battery energy storage devices for electric mobility, defense, and renewable energy applications. We are a rapidly growing startup with facilities in Upstate New York and Illinois, and we also collaborate with an array of private and public institutions. Job Description The Battery Engineer will work in the Research and Development team at Natrion’s laboratory in Champaign, IL to support the development of the next generation of Natrion’s proprietary solid-state cell technology. The Battery Engineer will be responsible for ideating and evaluating active and inactive cell components and recommending formulations and cell designs to meet product and process requirements. The Battery Engineer will work closely with other engineers as part of a fast-moving, cross-functional, interdisciplinary R&D team. Expected duties include but are not limited to electrolyte formulation and specification, material evaluation and selection, cell prototyping, construction, and testing to meet performance targets, measurement and data analysis to identify critical factors affecting performance, and cost optimization. Key Responsibilities Evaluate active materials, particularly solid electrolytes, to meet product requirements and R&D objectives Define and validate standard test and synthesis procedures, equipment, and protocols for R&D purposes Build cells and analyze data to quantitatively measure and compare cell performance Direct and conduct computational and electrochemical techniques for evaluating solid electrolyte materials Apply diagnostics to investigate cell and electrolyte reactions and conduct failure mode analysis to identify root causes and generate novel solutions Work closely with the product and process development teams in material evaluation, component manufacture, cell building, cell testing, and data analysis Coordinate the R&D efforts of collaborating institutions to meet common goals and identify and evaluate new potential collaborators Areas of Independent Action Communicate with collaborating institutions, manufacturers/suppliers, and customers to evaluate Natrion’s products and development efforts Conduct literature research to stay current on research and development in the realm of electrochemical materials Apply relevant research to Natrion’s development efforts Work with manufacturers/suppliers and collaborating partners to exchange technical information and enable access to advanced active material and electrolyte research Summarize, report on, and present R&D activities on a regular basis Contribute to a positive, team-oriented, high-achieving work environment Supervisory Responsibilities Interact with other R&D and engineering groups to promote effective decision-making Work closely with technicians and mentor them to have a greater understanding of and appreciation for their roles Qualifications Strong background in electrochemistry and experience in lithium-ion, sodium-ion, and other alternative-chemistry batteries and battery components, especially solid-state electrolytes Demonstrated capability of designing experiments to enable clear results that drive decision-making in an industrial R&D environment Experience with electrolyte and full-cell testing Understanding of theory supporting electrochemical performance and, specifically, solid electrolyte ion transport phenomena from first principles to practical models Required Experience MS/PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent

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Associate Product Manager – Yummy Future

Yummy Future is a food robotics startup. We design and build robotic coffee shops. As a new business, we are looking for highly energetic and innovative people with a go-getter attitude. This is an opportunity to work with a fast-growing start-up that is quickly expanding! ABOUT THE JOB •Manage outsourced projects, create proposal requests, establish budgets for projects, and review proposals •Collaborate with the team of engineering, design, research, operations, marketing, and more. •Drive product definition, strategy, and long-term vision for initiatives across audiences. •Drive new feature development from start to finish with the team •Run user research, usability studies, data-driven experiments to inform product direction •Build, measure, and iterate rapidly •Consistently integrate behavior data and customer feedback into key product decisions REQUIREMENT •Exceptional communication skills – interpersonal, verbal, and written •Strong time-management skills and the ability to organize and coordinate multiple projects at once •Experience building cross-platform experiences (native, mobile web, desktop) •Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems by creating customer-first solutions and thinking from first principles GOOD TO HAVE •Product Management experience at a technology company, ideally working on growth problems •Experience influencing the Executive Team members on key strategy and cross-functional initiatives •Programming experience We offer: •CPT & OPT •Experience working with a top-notch startup team Apply on Handshake or send your resume to: Garrett@yummy-future.com

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Distinguished Architect – Business Development – Verizon

When you join Verizon Verizon is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect across the globe. We’re a diverse network of people driven by our shared ambition to shape a better future. Here, we have the ability to learn and grow at the speed of technology, and the space to create within every role. Together, we are moving the world forward – and you can too. Dream it. Build it. Do it here. What You’ll Be Doing The Verizon Distinguished Architect (DA) plays a meaningful role in building long-term business relationships. This is a high-impact role working closely with the 5G|MEC Innovation Team, Sales, other internal teams, and participants at the University of Illinois Research Park to identify accelerate innovation and use cases related to 5G. This position is responsible for executing a portfolio of activities to drive the development or testing of 5G|Multi-Access Edge Computing (MEC) with the Research Park participants. In order to effectively be successful, the position requires being onsite at UIUC campus on a frequent basis. You will be responsible to engage the participants to build deep, consultative technical relationships, becoming a trusted adviser for innovation. As the primary Verizon contact for a Customer Innovation Hub, you are ideally positioned to understand the customer’s high-level objectives, know the focus areas of innovation that match to Verizon strategy for 5G|MECand interface with the appropriate sales teams. Successful innovation created in the Innovation Hub will have implications for delivery in the real world where Verizon can sell network connectivity and other segments of the solution. Educate customers on the value of Verizon 5G and MEC. Ideate on potential new use cases where 5G\MEC provide a differentiator. Understand and know the customer use cases under development. Work with customers related to 5G innovation in areas such as AI, XR, IOT and Cognitive Video. Recognize when there is synergy between the customers’ focus and what Verizon product strategy. Evaluate suggested projects to determine if feasible for Verizon involvement. Liaison with customer on 5G use cases, development and testing of applications or solutions. Keep customer informed on new advancements and devices and consult on what may be applicable to them. Point of contact for customer to connect with applicable Verizon team to support customer needs. Manage customer expectations. Interface with Technology Development team on applicable use cases of interest to Verizon. Report updates to the team and leadership. Interface with Verizon marketing and communication team to publish success stories. Help promote the customer success stories. Travel to customer sites, conferences, and other related events as required. Obtain feedback from Innovation Hub customers and apply to program for continuous improvement. What We’re Looking For You are a highly effective communicator and listen with both your eyes and ears and people come to you for advice and counsel. You will value diverse perspectives and seek out different points of view when trying to solve a complex problem. You’re not afraid to speak your mind and know it’s better to call attention to something before it gets out of hand. You have a sense of urgency and deliver on-time, on-budget results. You keep the big picture in focus as you manage the details on the way to the finish line. You love a good plan, but are not married to it, and can help it evolve as circumstances dictate. You’ll Need to Have Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science or four or more years of work experience. Six or more years of relevant work experience in pre-sales, customer-facing consulting, or other relevant technical experience. Experience developing customer relationships. Experience and knowledge with concepts of 5G technology. Experience in at least two of the key industries that 5G is likely to disrupt: immersive entertainment, venue-based experiences, retail, manufacturing, healthcare, transportation, Logistics, public sector / smart cities, education, hospitality. Valid Driver’s License. Willingness to travel. Even Better If You Have Master’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering Experience delivering results in a fast-paced environment Ability to apply technical acumen to recommend appropriate 5G|MEC solutions within the customers’ focus areas. Experience with advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Augmented Reality / Virtual Reality, IoT or Cognitive Video. Passion and knowledge of the current technology landscape, in particular startups and emerging technologies that will benefit from 5G connectivity. Telecom experience with exposure to and understanding of 5G technology (5G engineering expertise is not specifically required for this role). Aptitude to work outside of your comfort zone and get things done quickly and in some cases with little to no supervision. Equal Employment Opportunity We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer – and celebrate our employees’ differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more. COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement Verizon requires new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Verizon provides reasonable accommodations consistent with legal requirements (e.g., for medical or religious reasons).

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Electrical Engineer – Ascent Integrated Tech

Who We Are Ascent is a venture-backed startup building the unifying dashboard for high-intensity, small unit tactics. We provide actionable insight on the health, environment, and location of Firefighters, SWAT, and Warfighters. We’re a 15 member strong UIUC team working out of research park and moving to Chicago this summer. We recently closed our second round of capital, and are looking to hire full-time engineers and operations graduates this summer. Why Ascent Ascent offers the opportunity to make a difference in the world by developing technology that helps keep our heroes safe. At Ascent, you’ll work with engineers from all different backgrounds to collaborate on our tech. Turn your passion into practical solutions that will improve the lives of first responders and warfighters. Our new location in Chicago is located in the heart of Fulton Market. Located near the United Center, Fulton Market has a vibrant nightlife as well as opportunities to explore the arts and culture of the area. Our office is located in an old Chicago Fire Department building, and includes free street parking. We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to support us in soldering, PCB design, PCBA assembly, and new sensor integration. Direct Responsibilities Develop electrical products and systems to meet specifications Research and design components for electrical equipment and systems for use in austere environments Devise testing methods and properties to confirm the functionality of electrical components and systems Maintain detailed database to catalog products and component parts Troubleshoot Electrical failures and offer rework instructions or redesign Design and fabricate PCBs Sensor selection and design What We Look For Highly motivated individual who has a drive to learn new things Junior/Senior Undergraduate or Graduate student Willing and excited to collaborate with others Must have experience in soldering, PCB design, and PCBA assembly Deadline: 4/30/2022

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Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLaM) Engineer – Ascent Integrated Tech

Who We Are Ascent is a venture-backed startup building the unifying dashboard for high-intensity, small unit tactics. We provide actionable insight on the health, environment, and location of Firefighters, SWAT, and Warfighters. We’re a 15 member strong UIUC team working out of research park and moving to Chicago this summer. We recently closed our second round of capital, and are looking to hire full-time engineers and operations graduates this summer. Why Ascent Ascent offers the opportunity to make a difference in the world by developing technology that helps keep our heroes safe. At Ascent, you’ll work with engineers from all different backgrounds to collaborate on our tech. Turn your passion into practical solutions that will improve the lives of first responders and warfighters. Our new location in Chicago is located in the heart of Fulton Market. Located near the United Center, Fulton Market has a vibrant nightlife as well as opportunities to explore the arts and culture of the area. Our office is located in an old Chicago Fire Department building, and includes free street parking. We are looking for a simultaneous localization and mapping (SLaM) engineer to support us in integrating our current LiDAR system, IMUs, and other location data to achieve real-time mapping of buildings and determine the location of the operator. Direct Responsibilities You will mainly contribute to software solutions by writing C++ code and backend analysis Working with the team, you will also integrate the software components into a fully functional system running on sensors integrated into first responder and warfighter PPE Architect, design, and develop spatial localization and mapping solutions for austere environments Develop and maintain the software stack on hardware platform Write clean, performant, and well-tested and documented code What We Look For Highly motivated individual who has a drive to learn new things Senior Undergraduate or Graduate student Willing and excited to collaborate with others Deadline: 4/30/2022

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IOT Engineer – Ascent Integrated Tech

Who We Are Ascent is a venture-backed startup building the unifying dashboard for high-intensity, small unit tactics. We provide actionable insight on the health, environment, and location of Firefighters, SWAT, and Warfighters. We’re a 15 member strong UIUC team working out of research park and moving to Chicago this summer. We recently closed our second round of capital, and are looking to hire full-time engineers and operations graduates this summer. Why Ascent Ascent offers the opportunity to make a difference in the world by developing technology that helps keep our heroes safe. At Ascent, you’ll work with engineers from all different backgrounds to collaborate on our tech. Turn your passion into practical solutions that will improve the lives of first responders and warfighters. Our new location in Chicago is located in the heart of Fulton Market. Located near the United Center, Fulton Market has a vibrant nightlife as well as opportunities to explore the arts and culture of the area. Our office is located in an old Chicago Fire Department building, and includes free street parking. We are looking for an IOT Engineer to support us in the development of our ShieldPortal on the Android platform and expand our current connectivity options. Direct Responsibilities Develop hardened local IoT device software including monitoring, execution and self-healing processes on the BLE and LoRa protocols Build services that communicate with our server side technologies, developing connectivity stack solutions where necessary Design and develop tools to optimize support QA, deployment and support Problem-solve issues with remote deployments Work closely with Ascent CTO on communicating future roadmap What We Look For Highly motivated individual who has a drive to learn new things Senior Undergraduate or Graduate student Willing and excited to collaborate with others Must have experience with AWS and/or Android Studio Deadline: 4/30/2022

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