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Ekey Technology is growing and is looking for an experienced and personable technical sales professional.  Key attributes of this job are the ability to develop personal contacts with potential clients; to understand the business operations; to identify areas where the application of our platform can generate sales and growth in the clientele base for the client; to close deals favorable to both us and the client; and to maintain an ongoing client relationship.  From a technical aspect, the job requires an understanding of the basics of location-based and preference marketing, and the ability to learn the platform’s principle of operations, including its strengths and applicability to a client’s operations. Ekey offers work flexibility from a time and location perspective. Ekey Technology, Inc. is a digital marketing and advertising startup making use of location and proximity directed advertising.  We deliver offers and selected information to our customers over mobile devices, emphasizing customer privacy.  Our applications are fun, useful, and convenient serving a unique customer market.  Join our team using business intelligence and big data analysis to turn data into knowledge for our business clients assisting them in building effective marketing campaigns to grow their business. You will work with the company founder and our Chief Operating Officer closely. Job Responsibilities: In this key role, the Technical Sales & Service Representative will be responsible for sales & servicing the business needs of our customers, including post-sales support. Key performance areas include, but are not limited to:  Develop new business and maintain customer base for all products through an active selling campaign Determining customers’ needs via consultative selling Managing a portfolio of dedicated accounts New product demonstrations and field training of clients Initial setup, geocoding, and product marketing material development to jump-start clients Establish and maintain direct contact and relationships with business clients across different sectors Field troubleshooting and problem-solving Plan and accomplish client services as required Preparing strategic sales plans Qualify prospective customers and identify cross-sell and/or up sell opportunities Job Requirements: Must have excellent communication skills, including highly developed interpersonal skills Must be self-motivated and hands-on Preferred experience with IT, software, and advertising; or selling technology-based solutions Bachelor’s Degree preferred; compensating experience acceptable Familiarity with computer systems, software, and applicable programs which may include Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word and Excel, and web-based applications. Excellent time management skills and well organized Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record as significant travel is required Compensation Basis: Base salary commensurate with experience Sales commission on client revenue T&E allocation including vehicle expense reimbursement   Apply now to join our team! Email your resume to helen@ekeyweb.com

SMART Solutions Product Manager, Technology Enabled Services The AGCO Grain & Protein SMART Solutions team is a growing organization, responsible for deploying innovative and robust technology solutions and digital services for Grain, Seed and Protein systems. Our team is focused on using digital tools and services to help our customers protect the grain and animals in their care. To support this growing initiative, the organization needs to add a Global Product Manager – Technology Enabled Services to design and deploy our digital services that will provide added profitability to our Grain, Seed & Protein customers. The position requires interaction with and support of the AGCO Grain & Protein engineering, marketing, and sales teams and the ability to develop strong relationships with our dealers and the end customers to ensure the design and quality of technology enabled services that drive the profitability of our customers. This individual must be self-motivated and customer focused.  They will need to be connected to our customers and provide accurate and insightful Voice of Customer (VOC) as we design the services using our internal equipment, process and production knowledge combined with data and insights from our digital platforms to provide services that increase profitability for our customers.   SMART Solution product managers are expected to create, manage and maintain their service(s) roadmaps and to provide support to sales and our dealer network on delivering the Technology Enabled Services that allow us to partner with our customers to optimize their operations and drive profitability with data driven intelligence and industry expertise. Farmers’ Work Can’t Stop, So Neither Can Ours! We’re Hiring to Help Feed the World Principal Responsibilities: Collect voice-of-customer (VOC) to create service specifications and requirements for NPD projects as well as insure the suitability of current services to meet market demand. Understand / monitor competitors, competitive market environment and service developments to be reflected in our service development strategy & roadmaps Identify industry trends and opportunities to expand our service capabilities Maintain the product road map and ensure that our services fit the current requirements through product rationalization and refinement and that emerging needs are addressed through new product development and modifications of existing products if required. Drive NPD by identifying product gaps and opportunities and develop business cases to evaluate and support investment of AGCO G&P resources. Maintain service pricing utilizing gross margin analysis and competitive analysis. Drive efforts to increase margin through service design and strategies. Develop and maintain relationships with third party suppliers. Develop new service and business models for our wend customer and dealers to support their business and increase their profitability as well as their efficiency ESSENTIAL SKILLS – Education Bachelor Degree in agribusiness, marketing, data analytics or other relevant degree Qualifications and Experience Minimum 3 years’ experience, preferably in agricultural digital services sales/marketing Clearly communicates digital asset applications with both farmers and executives Influences across departments without direct authority Business acumen (income statement, margin analysis, budgets, forecasting) Passionate about finding solutions for customers’ needs Makes data-based decisions, yet still functions with autonomy Industry relationships and contacts Digital Services Design, Development and Deployment Experience Travel Required Frequent travel to business & customer sites, dealerships and tradeshows. Estimated at 5-10 nights per month AGCO Grain & Protein is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace that is free of inappropriate or unlawful conduct on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or other protected group status as provided by law. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Nearest Major Market: Champaign Nearest Secondary Market: Urbana Job Segment: Information Technology, IT Manager, Agricultural, Engineer, Technology, Agriculture, Engineering, Marketing Click here to apply online.

SMART Solutions Product Manager, Data Insights & Intelligence The AGCO Grain & Protein SMART Solutions team is a growing organization, responsible for deploying innovative and robust technology solutions and digital services for Grain, Seed and Protein systems. Our team is focused on using digital tools and services to help our customers protect the grain and animals in their care. To support this growing initiative, the organization needs to add a Global Product Manager – Data Insights & Intelligence.  This individual will be responsible for delivering an integrated digital customer journey that utilizes our digital platforms to generate profitability for our customers by connecting the data insights and intelligence from our equipment to our internal systems, technology enabled services and industry expertise. The position requires interaction with and support of the AGCO Grain & Protein  engineering, dealer e-tools, customer & technical services, purchasing, marketing, sales and finance teams, our dealers and the end customers to deliver a world class customer journey. This individual must be self-motivated and customer focused.  They will need to be connected to our customers and provide accurate and insightful Voice of Customer (VOC) as we design our digital platforms to provide actionable insights to our customers. SMART Solution product managers are expected to create, manage and maintain their digital product(s) roadmaps and to provide support to sales and our dealer network on a digital platform that allow our customers to optimize their operations with data driven intelligence through a world class digital user experience. Farmers’ Work Can’t Stop, So Neither Can Ours! We’re Hiring to Help Feed the World Principal Responsibilities: Collect voice-of-customer (VOC) to create platform specifications and requirements for our integrated digital customer journey. Understand / monitor competitors, competitive market environment and product developments to be reflected in our product development strategy & roadmaps. Understand our internal technology tools and systems to create a better customer journey by connecting our customers to their data and our internal teams. Identify innovative data insights and intelligence capabilities by partnering with subject matter experts. Maintain the product road map and ensure that our digital assets fit the current requirements through product rationalization and refinement and that emerging needs are addressed through new product development and modifications of existing products if required. Drive NPD by identifying product gaps and opportunities and develop business cases to evaluate and support investment of AGCO G&P resources. Maintain product pricing utilizing gross margin analysis and competitive analysis. Drive efforts to increase margin through product design and supplier strategies. Develop and maintain relationships with third party suppliers.  ESSENTIAL SKILLS – Education Bachelor Degree in agribusiness, marketing, data analytics or other relevant degree Qualifications and Experience Minimum 3 years’ experience, preferably in agricultural tech industry Clearly communicates digital asset applications with both farmers and executives Influences across departments without direct authority Business acumen (income statement, margin analysis, budgets, forecasting) Passionate about finding solutions for customers’ needs Makes data-based decisions, yet still functions with autonomy Industry relationships and contacts Digital Product Development Experience Travel Required Frequent travel to business & customer sites, dealerships and tradeshows. Estimated at 5-10 nights per month AGCO Grain & Protein is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace that is free of inappropriate or unlawful conduct on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or other protected group status as provided by law. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Nearest Major Market: Champaign Nearest Secondary Market: Urbana Job Segment: Database, Agricultural, Engineer, Data Management, Technology, Agriculture, Engineering, Data, Marketing Click here to apply online.

About the Position The Ameren Innovation Center is located at the University of Illinois’ Research Park. Its mission is to support Ameren’s innovation initiatives and contribute to the digital transformation occurring throughout the organization. The center is a modern workspace that encourages collaboration and creative thinking in an effort to solve exciting and meaningful challenges. Groups of talented, diverse students work in multi-disciplinary teams with direction from full-time staff to achieve this vision. As a Software Engineer at Ameren’s Innovation Center, the chosen candidate has the opportunity to transform the future of Ameren’s mobility initiative through supporting the development and implementation of enterprise-wide applications that employs existing, new, and emerging technologies into the business. The Software Engineer will work as part of the Innovation Center’s team to design user experiences, develop solution architectures, and ensures consistency of standards and best practices. This position is expected to accomplish these tasks through a combination of self-directed work and support from the student workforce. The Software Engineer will have the opportunity to mentor, guide and collaborate with internal and vendor teams. This position is also expected to collaborate with a multigenerational workforce as well as guide and mentor undergraduate and graduate app dev interns. The chosen candidate will gain experience in managing the lifecycle of application development and will communicate findings to both stakeholders and executive leadership. Key Responsibilities Include Works on and supports small modules of projects, develops deep understanding of own modules Implements, executes and tests code changes to fix identified defects in existing software products Adds lower level/easy enhancements to new/future software releases and/or to support creation of new software applications Troubleshoots simple bugs within code (within own component); may perform assigned actions as designated in the remediation action plan (e.g., input validation) Monitors system dashboards; investigates customer problems referred by customer support and resolves predefined, low-impact issues Reviews basic requirements and translates into technical solutions for existing systems Develops understanding of Ameren’s business to ensure successful implementation and support of project efforts Develops familiarity with the Digital organization objectives, and impact on own projects; reviews and understands new technology integration and enablement plans Works closely with business analysts to gain understanding of basic requirements, and translates into API-led connectivity solutions (e.g. integrations, interfaces, proxies, objects, shared code library) Develops understanding and familiarity with relevant technologies (e.g. MuleSoft) in order to design, develop, document and support simple integration solutions utilizing design patterns, reference architectures and best practices Collaborates with various stakeholders to test new and modified application solutions, utilizing test-driven development when possible Work off-hours for project needs, support/upgrade/outage reasons, and systems implementations Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in engineering, mathematics, computer science or business 0+ years of relevant experience required Will consider candidates without a degree if they show/demonstrate having 2+ additional years of equivalent, relevant experience in tools, systems and initiatives leveraged by Ameren In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate: Good analytical, communication, leadership and human relations skills required. Preferred candidates have experience with languages such as: Javascript/Typescript, Python, Node JS, HTML, CSS, C#, Java. Frameworks Such As Angular 7 and Ionic May Include But Not Limited To Android and iOS mobile application development languages (Objective C, Swift, Kotlin) and environments (XCode, Android Studios), Agile and Lean methodologies, API, REST, JSON, GitHub or other source control Experience collaborating with UX design teams and an understanding of responsive and adaptive design. Security paradigms such as authentication, authorization, encryption, etc. Network and Internet concepts such as firewalls, load balancers, browsers, TCP/IP, SSL, HTTP, etc Must be able to manage multiple priorities with a high incidence of changing requirements, analyze and clarify ambiguous requests/instructions, meet very aggressive deadlines and demanding work schedules, and manage large workloads. Additional Information Ameren’s selection process includes a series of interviews and may include candidate testing and/or an individual aptitude or skill-based assessment. Specific details will be provided to qualified candidates Apply through LinkedIn here.

We are seeking experienced System Software Engineers to join our Spark ETL team. Data scientists spend a considerable amount of time exploring data and iterating over machine learning (ML) experiments. Every hour of compute required to sort through datasets, extract features and fit ML algorithms impedes an efficient business workflow. Nvidia believes that data science workflows can benefit tremendously from being accelerated, to enable data scientists to explore many more and larger datasets to drive towards their business goals, faster and more efficiently. At NVIDIA, we are passionate about working on hard problems that have an impact. You will need to have strong programming skills, a deep understanding of software building and packaging, especially related to C++. You will work with a team that is using open source libraries RAPIDS and UCX to accelerate operations in Spark ETL. You will engage with members of the Apache Spark open source community. What You’ll Be Doing Develop CUDA/C++ libraries that will be used by distributed data processing engines, accelerating operations in Apache Spark Collaborate with distributed systems teams to craft solutions to distributed processing problems challenges at large scale Work with open source communities to enhance RAPIDS and UCX through technical discussion and code contributions Provide recommendations and feedback to teams regarding decisions surrounding topics such as infrastructure, continuous integration and testing strategy Build, test and optimize CUDA/C++ libraries across different platforms Build automation and tools that will increase the productivity of teams developing distributed systems What We Need To See BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related field 8+ years of work experience in software development Outstanding technical skills in designing and implementing high-quality distributed systems Excellent programming skills in C++, Java, and/or Scala Ability to work successfully with multi-functional teams across organizational boundaries and geographies Highly motivated with strong interpersonal skills OS kernel dev experience is a strong plus NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us. Are you creative and autonomous? Do you love a challenge? If so, contact us!NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. Apply through LinkedIn here.

Job Purpose Caterpillar uses quantitative methods such as business simulations, data mining, machine learning and advanced statistical techniques to solve problems. The Data Scientist I contributes to this mission by leveraging his or her quantitative analysis, data management, modeling and/or data visualization skills as an individual contributor to project teams tasked with solving business problems. Job Duties Caterpillar uses quantitative techniques to solve problems. Typical problems include maximizing profit through improvements in Inventory Costs, Material Costs, NPI costs, etc., determining the principal drivers of health care costs; recommending the optimal supplier for a part; identifying sales, rental, and service opportunities for Caterpillar dealers; and developing simulation/optimization capabilities to model a new facility or product feature. In addition, analytics experts provide assistance to high-profile enterprise-wide projects such as the Engineered Value Chain. The principal responsibility of the Data Scientist I is to be an independent contributor to multi-person analytic teams. This position has a depth of knowledge in quantitative analytic methods, data management, and or associated digital technologies suitable to handle all but the most complex issues. Data Analysts are expected to be familiar with the company’s processes, products, and organization, as well as its customers, competitors, and stakeholders. Work is typically directed by a direct supervisor, project or team lead through a review of results. Decisions on routine, medium risk issues that may affect the project team, suppliers or internal customers may be made by this position. Challenges include meeting expectations in delivering results, learning to refine solutions to better fit complex situations, making timely decisions, and communicating effectively with all project stakeholders. The Data Scientist I also mentors and develops the capabilities and organizational knowledge of more junior data scientists and associates. The Data Scientist I demonstrates thorough knowledge of analytical approaches including statistics, machine learning and optimization, data management techniques, and/or related digital technologies, and the ability to handle complex issues. The incumbent demonstrates very good communication and presentation skills, being able to explain conclusions to customers who have limited knowledge and experience with quantitative analytical methods. As an individual contributor on teams, they should also exhibit strong initiative and teamwork skills, and a comprehensive knowledge of Caterpillar Inc., its products and services; its internal systems, processes, and procedures; and the external environment in which it competes. Basic Requirements: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in engineering, mathematics, economics or a similar field with quantitative coursework. 1 year of experience utilizing quantitative analysis and or systems troubleshooting is required Alternatively a Master’s degree and 1 year of experience, or a PhD in one of the associated fields. Experience writing programs/queries with data analysis tools such as Python, R, SAS, SQL or Alteryx Top Candidates Will Also Have 1 year experience with Caterpillar, working with a different unit or working with different products, processes or systems is desirable Experiences with different types of database tools such as DB2, Oracle and Snowflake Experience developing dashboards in visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI Familiarity with AWS or other cloud technology Experience using data analytics techniques in e-commerce space Excellent analytical skills are essential Ability to work on increasingly more complex assignments and will have demonstrated strong leadership, initiative, interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate effectively Must have ability to communicate effectively with team members and others in the work group, as well as with customers Caterpillar is proud of the role we play in building the world’s infrastructure. The work we do drives progress for millions of people around the globe. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities – are encouraged to apply. Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers. Apply through LinkedIn here.

We are looking for Research Engineers to join the Editekk team to help us develop and commercialize our surface modification technology in markets such as medtech, fusion energy, and others. The ideal candidate is someone who is passionate about solving real world problems by turning cutting edge research into operational production solutions. Responsibilities Surface processing development including working within a design control system, planning and carrying out surface modification experiments, performing surface and other analysis techniques (e.g., SEM, AFM, tensile testing, indentation), and interpreting results on various materials for multiple potential applications, including medtech and fusion energy. Multiple aspects of scale-up efforts including system design, equipment procurement, and construction and testing. Technical writing, including summarizing experimental results for in-house records and potential future publication, preparing documentation to meet design and manufacturing standards (design controls, standard operating procedures, etc.) and regulatory requirements (FDA), and developing research and grant proposals to secure additional funding sources. Working on projects as assigned and coordinating activities with outside collaboration as well as in-house personnel to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Qualifications: Currently pursuing or holding a BS, MS, or PhD in a STEM major, specifically including plasma engineering, materials science and engineering, or related  Strong hands-on experience working in a laboratory, preferably utilizing vacuum systems and plasma/ion sources Experience with design, troubleshooting, and operating experimental setups preferred, including equipment interfacing and remote operation  Experience with cellular biology and/or biomaterials benefitical, but not required Experience working under a Quality Management System preferred Experience using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and other analysis techniques Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing Strong academic record and prior publication preferred Passion to learn new technologies and problem-solve with our R&D team Collaboration in a cross-functional team environment; Ability to work independently To apply, send your resume and cover letter to info@editekk.com.

We are looking for a full stack software developer that would enjoy working with an enthusiastic team utilizing the latest technologies to solve technical problems of national and public interest.  The right person for the job is quick to learn new skills and technologies and eager solve problems.  One must be a team player and able to manage his or her time responsibly as most of our team is remotely based.  This position requires someone who is willing to voice his or her ideas and solutions to the team but is also flexible enough to work under direction and team consensus. As an employee, you will work on diverse projects of public import such as sustainable farming, cybersecurity, and transportation systems resiliency, and can take satisfaction in knowing that you are making a significant contribution to the public good. Most of our projects are web based; however, the scope is not limited to web applications and may include console, desktop, and mobile applications as well. Technologies Node.js, Typescript, Angular, Vue.js, PostgreSQL, .NET Core, Docker, Kubernetes Responsibilities Be part of the team and vocal in our sprint planning meetings. Take on stories each sprint, place them up for code review, and see them through to completion. This includes taking design guidelines from the story and owning the full stack of the story. Work well with others. Participate in reviewing code of others through our code review process. Provide input for consideration in the architecture of the system. Willingness to learn. Qualifications Previous experience in software development (length of experience dependent on experience level) Previous experience with Node.js, Typescript, .NET Core Previous experience with Angular, Vue.js, and Bootstrap An understanding of REST, reactive stores and extensions, dependency injection An understanding of SOLID and DRY While you don’t need to be a designer, an understanding of SCSS/CSS is necessary to implement what designers have designed An understanding of SQL and relational databases An understanding of unit testing and integration testing A clear understanding of Git (we use feature branching) Being familiar with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, CouchDB, and Redis Being familiar with architectural design patterns Being familiar with the agile methodology Ability to work remotely Preferred Experience Jira and Bitbucket Docker and Kubernetes CQRS and DDD Message queuing and streaming systems Linux, ssh, Bash scripting, and Python To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Chantelle Hougland, chougland@heartlandstg.org. Job Type: Full-time Experience Level: Junior, Mid-Level Role: Full stack developer Industry: Non-Profit, Research, Government Company Size: 1-9 people Company Type: Non-Profit Location: Champaign, IL (or remote)

The Applied Research Institute (ARI) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is seeking applicants for Staff Software Engineer and Senior Software Engineer positions. These positions will use software development methodologies, skills, and research to develop software to meet the needs and requirements of our customers and research partners. ARI has developed software and software platforms in the areas of agriculture, autonomy, defense, digital manufacturing, and medical imaging. All professionals hired into these positions will be involved in a variety of research and development (R&D) programming activities in the areas of applied science and engineering, technical training, software development and validation, and software architecture design. ARI translates innovation to practice as part of the thriving technology ecosystem at the University of Illinois. Its professional research staff provides translational, multidisciplinary solutions for real-world problems in defense and security, manufacturing and materials, and building science. ARI staff perform research and development leveraging their broad government- and industry-based expertise in algorithm and software development, materials development and characterization, and monitoring, diagnostics, and controls with sensors and data fusion, and workforce training. ARI possesses unique capabilities for open, proprietary, and classified projects and works with collaborators across government, industry, and academia. More information about ARI can be found at http://appliedresearch.illinois.edu/. The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit http://go.illinois.edu/EEO. For the current positions, ARI is interested in hiring individuals with expertise in software development, distributed systems, and embedded systems as applied to areas such as: Full Stack Web Development (Flask, Django, NodeJS) Edge Device Image/Signal Processing Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence Due to COVID-19, there is flexibility to work remotely if shelter in place orders are active. It is expected that hires will work onsite in Champaign, IL as soon as possible when these restrictions are lifted with suitable safeguards in place. STAFF SOFTWARE ENGINEER Our Ideal Candidate:  Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Alternate degree fields will be considered if accompanied by equivalent experience, including time spent in relevant internships Experience with data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming Strong verbal, listening, and written communication skills Excellent problem-solving skills Preferred Qualifications 1-3 years software development experience, including time spent in relevant internships Demonstrated proficiency with C, C++, or Python Familiarity with the Test-Driven Development approach Prior experience with git-based version control or comparable (e.g., TFS, SVN) Working knowledge of Agile software development practices Experience with programming for embedded systems Experience with cloud-based architectures and distributed computing Duties and Responsibilities Work as part of collaborative, interdisciplinary research and development team to architect, design, implement, and test research-based software solutions in a range of application spaces. Translate specifications for software functions into application-specific codes used for research and professional field work. Write detailed supporting documentation including software requirements specifications system architecture specifications, operational requirements specifications, and user interface specifications. Prepare activity reports to monitor progress and track project status. Perform other duties as assigned. SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER Our Ideal Candidate:  Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Alternate degree fields will be considered if accompanied by equivalent experience, including time spent in relevant internships. 4 or more years of software development experience, including time spent in relevant internships Experience with data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming Working knowledge of Agile software development practices Prior experience with git-based version control or comparable (e.g., TFS, SVN) Strong verbal, listening, and written communication skills Strong leadership, research and development team management, analytic and strategic thinking skills Excellent problem-solving skills Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or a related field 5 or more years of software development experience, including time spent in relevant internships Demonstrated leadership skills Demonstrated proficiency with C, C++, or Python Familiarity with the Test-Driven Development approach Proficient in debugging methods and tools (GDB, Address Sanitizer, etc.) Experience developing software components in distributed systems, including research and/or production-quality tools Experience with machine learning programming techniques Experience with programming for embedded systems Experience with cloud-based architectures and distributed computing Ability to convey technical matters in a language understandable to non-researchers/engineers/scientists Ability to translate business requirements into technical requirements, including the ability to identify requirements that mandate further research and development activities Experience writing and developing proposals for external funding from public or private sources Duties and Responsibilities Collaborate with and lead interdisciplinary research and development teams to propose, architect, design, implement, and test research-based software solutions in a range of application spaces. Lead software development teams (including supervising staff, assigning tasks, performance management, etc.). Coordinate the translation of specifications for software functions into application-specific codes used for research and professional field work. Manage software development project planning, and as necessary, prepare activity reports to monitor progress and track project status. Assemble and finalize detailed supporting documentation including software requirements specifications, system architecture specifications, operational requirements specifications, and user interface specifications. Mentor software engineers and implement best practices across research and development software teams. Perform other duties as assigned. These positions are full-time, benefits-eligible academic professional positions appointed on a 12-month service basis (see https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits for details). The expected start date is as soon as possible, based on the business needs of the organization. Salary and position level are commensurate with experience and qualifications. To apply for this position, please create your candidate profile at http://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your cover letter, CV/resume, and names/contact information for three references as a single PDF file by July 20, 2020. Interviews and hires will take place prior to the closing date and early applications are encouraged; however, full consideration will be given to complete applications received by the closing date. For further information regarding application procedures, contact Summer Redman at sredman@illinois.edu or 217-300-5400. The University of Illinois conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility. The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export

We’re looking for a Sales Development Representative to lead all outbound sales effort for our AcreValue product platform operating in the farmland market. This is a unique opportunity to accelerate your career in a fast-paced environment and be a part of a small and nimble sales team. You’ll be part of a rapidly growing company full of passionate, committed people who are excited to transform agriculture. The Sales Development Representative (SDR) is responsible for driving market share by qualifying and selling prospects that build pipeline for the inside sales organization. The AcreValue SDR will be responsible for detailed customer research, developing and qualifying inbound leads, outbound prospecting via cold calling and email. The SDR role will provide the knowledge and skills required for a natural progression into an Account Executive position with closing responsibilities. More than seven billion people depend on farms for healthy and affordable food. By 2050, the global population will surpass nine billion and farmers will need new ways to deliver on this surging demand. They’ll be seeking options that both sustain the environment and help them to be economically viable, and are increasingly turning to the world’s leading Farmer Management Software (FMS), Granular. As an organization, we are committed to delivering the most innovative and industry-leading digital products that our customers will love. At Granular, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a top-tier leadership team with proven entrepreneurial expertise on a mission to revolutionize the $3 trillion agriculture industry. We’re growing quickly, and expanding our team in Champaign. We’re looking for self-motivated, intellectual, and versatile individuals to join our team to improve the lives of our farmers. What You’ll Get To Do: Inbound lead qualification and follow up activity based on marketing events and website inquiries Achieve or exceed goal for qualified meetings on a weekly basis Learn key areas of the market for AcreValue customers including agricultural lenders, farm managers, land investors, land brokers, and other real estate professionals Outbound prospecting via account/contact research and cold calling to generate and uncover opportunities Provide research within targeted accounts to identify key contacts and critical account information prior to prospecting call Produce high level of call and email activity daily Proactively continue company product and competitive product and market knowledge via website, online webinars, and marketing information Manage and log activity in Salesforce.com daily Our Ideal Candidate: Recent undergraduate with a degree in Business, Communications, or a related field Interest in agriculture and technology Sales or business development experience preferred Ability to work collaboratively in a high energy, dynamic sales team environment High stamina, with ability to look past short-term roadblocks and stay motivated for long-term win Master time manager – ability to routinely prioritize tasks by their intended impact Well-organized, self-motivated, competitive and driven by success At ease on the phone and able to engage diverse personalities Driven and persistent with daily goals to succeed individually and in a team environment Interested in gaining intimate knowledge of the agriculture industry Creative and thinks outside the box to find and sell existing and new prospects Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Docs and Salesforce.com a plus Perks and Benefits: Upward mobility.  We are growing quickly and need talent who can take on increasingly challenging and rewarding roles Generous Vacation 401k Matching Program Employer-sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision Vision and Dental FSA and Dependent Care FSA Family, Maternity and Paternity Leave Paid Adoption Leave and Adoption Assistance Learning and Development Programs Open floor plan, dog-friendly offices Who We Are: Granular is Farm Management Software (FMS) that is helping thousands of farmers to build more profitable and efficient farms today and steward their lands for generations to come. As the world’s leading FMS, Granular uniquely combines an industry-leading support team with the most recommended suite of easy-to-use powerful software to help farmers and their teams run all aspects of their farm business. From financials to agronomy to operations, farmers are now able to make data-driven decisions with greater confidence in an increasingly challenging environment. Granular was founded in 2014 with the mission of helping farmers run more profitable and efficient business instead of maximizing bushels. Built as a collaboration between several of the most advanced family farms and top technology investors including Google Ventures, Granular is widely credited for launching the first modern, built in the cloud and mobile-centric FMS in 2014.  In 2017, Corteva Agriscience acquired Granular to bring together the best technologists, scientists, and entrepreneurs from across the world with its global presence and deep resources to serve the needs of farmers through the transformative effects of digital technologies. Today, our over 400 passionate employees are on a mission helping our customers solve their problems today and for food demands in the future by transforming agriculture through continuous innovations in farm productivity, profitability, and environmental sustainability. Granular is San Francisco-based, with offices worldwide. Granular is an independent, wholly-owned subsidiary of Corteva Agriscience (NYSE:CTVA), a spin off of DowDuPont™. Learn more about our company and people at http://granular.ag/, Twitter, @GranularAg, and Instagram, @Granular_Ag, or facebook.com/GranularAgriculture/ Status: Non-Exempt Click here to apply