2024-2025 Campus Graduate - Information Research (BS/MS)

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Position:2024-2025 Campus Graduate - Information Research (BS/MS)

Primary Location:Midland (MI, USA), Michigan, United States of America

Additional Locations: Freeport (TX, USA) + More - Less

Schedule:Full time

Date Posted:08/12/2024

Job Number:R2054010

Position Type:Regular

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.

Dow has immediate openings inMidland, MichiganorLake Jackson, Texasfor multiple roles in Information Research (IR), Core Research & Development (R&D) includingResearch Application/Software Developers, aData/Machine Learning (ML) Engineer, aHigh Performance Computing (HPC) Operations Analyst, and aCybersecurity Analyst. Each role is described below. When applying through this requisition, you will be asked which role you would prefer most.

IR provides leading edge information technology (I/T) capability and information resources to meet strategic R&D initiatives. IR team members bring a combination of I/T, R&D experience, and physical science knowledge to develop capabilities and analysis that help deliver R&D growth and innovation commitments. IR overall is focused on making Dow R&D the best at using information technology and informatics for a competitive advantage.

Research Application/Software Developer

The team members in this role will collaborate with scientists, other developers, and external vendors on the design, development, and deployment of digital solutions for Dow R&D. From custom applications to large-scale commercial off the shelf (COTS) systems, these digital solutions are critical to advancing research and innovation at Dow.

This is a technical role with strong focus on application development using Microsoft C#/.NET platform and Typescript, leveraging the Agile/Scrum development methodology.

Data/Machine Learning (ML) Engineer

The team member in this role will be responsible for building and optimizing data pipelines, implementing machine learning models, and deploying web-based data science applications. This role is essential in supporting the full data science workflow—from data acquisition and pre-processing to machine learning and software deployment.

The Data & ML Engineer will collaborate with data scientists, software developers, and other cross-functional teams to ensure seamless data and model delivery for digital initiatives.

High Performance Computing (HPC) Operations Analyst

The team member in this role will be tasked with the upkeep and administration of both the infrastructure and the extensive array of software that R&D scientists at Dow utilize within the cutting-edge High-Performance Computing (HPC) environment. This computational hub, equipped with over 60 specialized scientific computational applications, plays a critical role in accelerating the pace of scientific breakthroughs via enhanced modeling and simulation processes.

Key responsibilities of this role will include the support and operation of Linux-based servers and web-based HPC applications; the integration, support, and optimization of both open source and commercial software; and the maintenance of commercial modeling and simulation environments.

Cybersecurity Analyst

The team member in this role will work with a team of experienced professionals to protect Dow’s digital infrastructure from various cyber threats. Specifically, this role will apply cybersecurity principles and knowledge of IT infrastructure to monitor Dow’s R&D systems, identify vulnerabilities and assist in remediation activities, and work on other valuable project initiatives.

The Cybersecurity Analyst role will require the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and strong communication skills as interacting with employees on threats and/or the impact of incidents will be a key responsibility.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Statistics or a related STEM or technical field

• Experience via internships and/or academic projects pertaining to the responsibilities described in the chosen preferred role

• Proficiency in a modern programming and/or scripting language such as C++, C#, Python, Typescript, Bash, etc.

• Familiarity with data structure/design and working with databases

• Basic understanding of cybersecurity, approaches digital solutions with a security mindset

• Highly motivated team player and self-starter who thrives in a cross-functional environment

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills combined with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process

Preferred Skills

Research Application/Software Developer

• Familiarity with .NET development, Entity Framework, and RESTful APIs

• Experience building software in a collaborative environment (e.g. using version control, working with a product backlog, managing CI/CD pipelines via YAML)

• Experience working with containers and/or with cloud applications, specifically those built on AWS or Azure

• Server configuration experience (e.g. IIS, Tomcat) or experience with Windows and/or Linux system administration

Data/Machine Learning (ML) Engineer

• Experience involving data pipelines and extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes

• Experience with data tools such as Spark, Databricks, and cloud platforms

• Experience with DevOps engineering and pipelines (e.g. using YAML)

High Performance Computing (HPC) Operations Analyst

• Knowledge of Linux operating systems, including Linux File Systems and Permissions

• Familiarity building and maintaining open source and commercial software

• Experience with HPC job scheduling

• Familiarity with GPU, deep learning, distributed systems, and service-oriented architecture

• Understanding of parallel computing (MPI, OpenMP, etc.)

Cybersecurity Analyst

• Understanding of the NIST CSF 2.0 Framework

• Knowledgeable of IT infrastructures, including networks, operating systems, applications, and web apps

• Experience with Microsoft Defender Enterprise security software

• Relevant IT or Cybersecurity Certification

Benefits – What Dow offers you

We invest in you.

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career.  You bring your background, talent and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.

• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental and emotional well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.

• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.

• Become a Dow shareholder through various employee stock programs.

• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.

• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.

• Global Paid Time Off (PTO) policies:

• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).

• ​Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.

• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visitingwww.dow.com.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available onwww.dow.com.

Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.