Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

03/10/2025

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

1129248

Position Title

Mobile Software Engineer

Department this Position Reports to

Center for Technology and Behavioral Health

Hiring Range Minimum

$115,000

Hiring Range Maximum

$143,800

Union Type

Not a Union Position

SEIU Level

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

Exempt

Employment Category

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year

12

Scheduled Hours per Week

40

Schedule

Location of Position

Lebanon, NH 03766
CTBH
46 Centerra, Suite 315

Remote Work Eligibility?

Remote eligible

Is this a term position?

No

If yes, length of term in months.

NA

Is this a grant funded position?

Yes

Position Purpose

To spearhead the development and implementation of a pioneering mobile application that combines AI-driven mental health support with passive behavioral sensing for Dartmouth College students. This innovative platform will use smartphone and wearable sensors to collect real-time behavioral data while providing students with personalized mental health and wellness resources through an AI chatbot interface. The role involves creating an engaging, user-friendly mobile application integrating behavioral data collection (sleep patterns, physical activity, stress levels) with personalized AI-driven interventions and evidence-based wellness resources. This position plays a critical role in developing technology that will serve as a model for how universities can leverage AI and mobile technology to support student well-being.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
6+ years of experience in mobile application development
Strong expertise in either native iOS (Swift) or Android (Kotlin) development, with cross-platform development experience
Proven experience with implementing background services and sensor data collection on mobile devices
Demonstrated ability to optimize mobile applications for performance and battery efficiency
Experience with secure data storage and transmission protocols
Strong understanding of mobile UI/UX principles
Experience with RESTful APIs and backend integration
Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with both iOS and Android development
Experience developing health or wellness applications
Knowledge of HIPAA compliance requirements for mobile applications
Experience with real-time data visualization in mobile applications
Familiarity with AI/ML model integration in mobile applications
Experience with passive sensing implementations on mobile devices
Background in developing applications for academic or research environments
Experience with Azure, Google Cloud Platform, or AWS services

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Jamie Ibey

Department Contact Phone Number

603-646-7080

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Nicholas Jacobson, PhD

Department Contact's Phone Number

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is funded by a grant. Continuation is based upon available funds.

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy


Additional Instructions

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/78021

Key Accountabilities

Description

Frontend Development and User Experience

• Design and implement an intuitive mobile interface using modern mobile development frameworks and best practices that effectively integrates AI chatbot capabilities with behavioral insights and wellness resources
• Create responsive and engaging user interfaces that effectively display real-time behavioral data and AI-generated insights
• Implement secure local storage solutions for sensitive user data and ensure efficient data synchronization with backend services
• Develop and maintain features for displaying personalized wellness resources, behavioral insights, and intervention tools
• Optimize application performance and responsiveness to ensure an excellent user experience

Percentage Of Time

50

Description

Passive Sensing Implementation

• Implement robust background processes for continuous collection of behavioral data from smartphone sensors (sleep patterns, physical activity, location, etc.)
• Optimize battery usage while maintaining reliable data collection
• Develop fail-safe mechanisms to handle potential sensor data collection interruptions
• Create efficient data preprocessing and local storage solutions for sensor data

Percentage Of Time

30

Description

System Integration and Optimization

• Collaborate with backend developers to ensure proper API integration and data flow
• Work with LLM developers to integrate AI-driven features into the mobile interface
• Implement secure data transmission protocols for sensitive user information
• Participate in code reviews and maintain high coding standards
• Contribute to technical documentation and development processes

Percentage Of Time

20

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume

Optional Documents