Research Software Engineer

Österreichische Akademie der Wissenschaften
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary to permanent
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Compensation
€ 53K

Job location

Tech stack

HTML
JavaScript
API
Automation of Tests
CSS
Continuous Integration
Django
Python
Linked Data
Open Source Technology
Semantic Web
SPARQL
TypeScript
Web Applications
Automated Data Processing (ADP)
Gitlab
GIT
Kubernetes
Web Technologies
Docker

Job description

  • development of the APIS software framework (Python / Django)
  • setup and customization of project-specific instances of APIS
  • development of (semi)automated data processing pipelines
  • data enrichment using linked open data resources
  • deployment and of web applications (GitLab, Docker, Kubernetes)
  • writing documentation and implementing automated tests for the developed applications

Requirements

  • experienced Python / Django developer
  • knowledge of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript)
  • knowledge of Semantic Web Technologies, ideally in DH context (RDF, SPARQL, CIDOC CRM etc.)
  • acquaintance with modern software development environments (issue management, git, CI/CD)
  • team player with independent working style and passion for open source and open data

Benefits & conditions

  • an inclusive work environment in a diverse team in the heart of Vienna
  • an open communication / open-door policy
  • fascinating work with cultural heritage data in collaborative research settings
  • an environment that allows to develop your skills and encourages to contribute your ideas and initiatives
  • flexible and family-friendly working hours

The initial annual gross salary is € 52.787,70 (for 100% employment) in accordance with the collective agreement for employees of the Austrian Academy of Sciences. Based on your experience and academic degree, a higher salary is negotiable. Employment will start in May 2026 at the earliest and will initially last one year with the option of converting it into a permanent contract. Deadline 15.04.2026.

The Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW) pursues a non-discriminatory employment policy and values equal opportunities, as well as diversity. Individuals from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply. The OeAW cooperates with NEBA and is a member of MyAbility in order to provide appropriate workplace structures, in particular for persons with disabilities.

About the company

As a central non-university institution for science and research, the Austrian Academy of Sciences - OeAW has the task of "promoting science in every respect". Founded in 1847 as a learned society, it now has over 760 members and around 1,800 employees dedicated to innovative basic research, interdisciplinary knowledge exchange and the dissemination of new insights. The OeAW initiates and maintains partnerships worldwide and represents Austria in international scientific organizations; it cooperates with numerous institutions in the scientific field in order to actively shape the research landscape., The Austrian Centre for Digital Humanities (ACDH), a research institute of the Austrian Academy of Sciences (OeAW), Austria's leading non-university research institution, is seeking a

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