Student Assistant (HiWi) - Frontend/Backend Web Development

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft
Darmstadt, Germany
4 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Part-time (≤ 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English

Job location

Darmstadt, Germany

Tech stack

HTML
JavaScript
3D Printing
Computer-Aided Design
CSS
Digital Data
Web Development
Graphical User Interface
Node.js
Software Systems
React
Backend
GIT
Information Technology
Front End Software Development
Software Version Control

Job description

The Competence Center "3D Printing Technology" researches and develops software solutions in the field of graphical 3D printing and multi-material 3D printing. A core element of our work is the 3D printer driver Cuttlefish which prepares data for 3D printing to achieve the optimal color reproduction. In addition, we develop data-driven design software to establish a digital process with additive manufacturing in the field of prosthetics. Most related to this position is Cuttlefish::Web, a browser-based frontend and backend, developed in JavaScript, proving a user-friendly graphical user interface for Cuttlefish. Therefore, you should bring knowledge in JavaScript, CSS and HTML., * Insights into research and high technology in the field of color 3D printing

  • Gain development experience using advanced integration tools
  • To be part of an international team
  • Flexible working hours
  • The option to write a Bachelor's or Master's thesis in our department

The weekly working time is 10-20 hours. The position is initially limited to three months, an extension is intended.

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. Our tasks are diverse and adaptable - for applicants with disabilities, we work together to find solutions that best promote their abilities. Remuneration according to the general works agreement for employing assistant staff.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.

Requirements

  • Enrollment as a student at a university or college in the field of computer science or similar
  • Recent hands-on experience with modern web development using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, especially React.js and Node.js
  • Demonstrated through previous employment or substantial project work (basic tutorials or introductory exercises do not qualify)
  • Must be within the past 2 years
  • Basic knowledge of software version control (especially Git)
  • Good written and spoken English skills
  • A conscientious and structured way of working

About the company

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) is one of the world's leading organizations for application-oriented research. 75 institutes develop pioneering technologies for our economy and society - more precisely: 32 000 people from technology, science, administration and IT. They know: Anyone who comes to Fraunhofer wants to and can make a difference. For themselves, for us and for the markets of today and tomorrow., We, the Fraunhofer Institute for Computer Graphics Research IGD, are looking for a student assistant for our Competence Center "3D Printing Technology" to join our team in the field of software development.

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