MSE Team Mentor - S3D - School of Computer Science

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that challenges the curious and hardworking to deliver work that matters. Our extraordinary institution has distinctive areas of excellence and a culture marked by ambition and a deep, practical engagement with challenges facing society. We continue to produce versatile alumni and draw faculty and staff eager to be a part of the university’s creative, dedicated and close-knit community. We place emphasis on practical problem solving, interdisciplinary learning, a transformative spirit, and collaboration.

The Software and Societal Systems (S3D) department within the School of Computer Science explores the vital intersection of the confluence of software, systems and society to understand how computational biology might better serve humanity. We are studying the bigger picture of computing in context in order to develop tools, policies, methods, and much more – all in the same making the world a safer, more equitable, better place to call home.

The MSE Team Mentor to provide guidance to a team of MSE students to achieve the goals of the capstone project in 17-675 Software Engineering Practicum. The mentor will apply their knowledge of software engineering principles and practices, and their significant practical experience to perform the role. In most cases, the mentor is a co-mentor to a project team alongside another assigned mentor.

Our mentors do not manage the project teams or the project sponsor. The project teams are self-managed. Mentors are seasoned professionals who provide inexperienced students with wisdom gained from many years of practical experience in a variety of situations

Core Responsibilities Include:

• Communicate and monitor progress regularly with the assigned student project team. This is typically once a week in Team Mentor Meetings.
• Meeting with project sponsor prior to the start of the project
• Attending their team’s presentations to faculty at various milestones during the project. Typically three times a semester.
• Contributing to the evaluation and grading of their assigned project team, including providing actionable feedback. This typically occurs after each presentation and at the end of the semester.
• Supporting students outside the Team Mentor Meetings with advice, consultation, and resources as needed.
• Participate in meetings with the Practicum course faculty and mentors. This typically happens before the course commences and after the course concludes
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to diversity, inclusion and equity.

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the School of Computer Science. Flexibility, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is required; Master's Preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of practical experience in software engineering, in individual contributor and leadership roles.
• Skills with using principled, disciplined approaches and practices of software engineering.
• Practical know how in managing teams and stakeholder relationships.
• Ability and interest in coaching master-level students on matters related to the 6 core areas of software engineering: requirements, software architecture and design, quality management, software construction, project management and risk management.
• Ability to foster critical and reflective thinking of students.
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Additional Requirements

• Successful background check investigation

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance. 

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

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