Research & Development Engineer 2
Location: Riverside
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Position Information Join Our Team at the Marlan and Rosemary
Bourns College of Engineering! Position overview: Drive the next
generation of online education at UCR! We’re looking for an R&D
Engineer 2 to build and refine AI powered tools that create and
deliver multimedia content (videos, quizzes, presentations) on
GESTALT, our proprietary learning platform. What you’ll do: •
Develop & deploy AI content creation software . • Enhance and
support the GESTALT platform, resolving bugs and optimizing
performance. • Turn data into insights by collecting and analyzing
user analytics to improve engagement. • Create and curate learning
assets aligned with course objectives and accessibility standards.
• Collaborate with faculty and guide undergraduate assistants. •
Report & present technical progress to sponsors. Position details:
If you're passionate about making a difference and eager to grow
professionally, we want to hear from you. Apply now and take the
first step toward a rewarding career journey with the Marlan and
Rosemary Bourns College of Engineering. Please note: This position
is grant?funded and is contingent upon funding. The full salary
range for this position is from $73,600.00 - $133,200.00. The
expected salary range is up to $88,500.00. We base salary offers on
a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and
certifications, experience, and other business and organizational
needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when
accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor
or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a
University employee, you will be required to comply with all
applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining
agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or
local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Education Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical
Engineering or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination
of education and experience. (Required) Experience Requirements
Minimum 2 years of related experience. (Preferred) Minimum
Requirements Effective written and verbal communication skills;
ability to convey technical information to non?technical audiences.
Experience integrating web applications with Generative AI tools
Proficiency in Python and JavaScript/TypeScript, including
frameworks such as FastAPI, Node.js, and React. Ability to work in
a collaborative manner, to assist in identifying any challenges or
barriers. Preferred Qualifications Background in Mechanical
Engineering with sufficient knowledge and skills in computer
programming and software development. Working knowledge of
engineering principles and software development life?cycle
practices. Ability to conduct statistical data analysis and
visualize results to guide product decisions. Strong organizational
skills with the ability to prioritize competing assignments and
meet deadlines. Working knowledge of engineering principles and
methods in order to independently perform professional engineering
design work of limited scope and complexity. Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located
on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern
California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the
vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living
laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing
communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the
arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and
staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse
research universities in the country boasting several key rankings
of which we are extremely proud. UC Riverside is proud to be ranked
No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's
2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities
worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University
rankings. UC Riverside is the top university in the United States
for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020 UCR is a member of the
University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of
public research universities committed to improving student success
for low-income, first-generation, and students of color. Among
top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. -
Business Insider 2019 Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's
Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections
of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University
Rankings UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and
13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine. The
University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected
veteran status, or other protected categories under state or
federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to
undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts,
consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
For information about our generous employee benefits package,
visit: Employee Benefits Overview
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