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# Junior Research Software Engineer

- **Company:** IFAE
- **Location:** Bellaterra, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Data Analysis, Bash Shell, Big Data, Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Linux, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Github, Apache Hive, Python (Programming Language), Standard Sql, Software Engineering, PIC Microcontroller, Apache Spark, Gitlab, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Dask, Docker, Programming Languages
- **Published:** June 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://es.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=594283fdb536b4e3

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Spark?, PIC is looking for a highly motivated software engineer with a background in programming and big data analytics, and an interest in scientific research., * Degree in computer science, physics, or equivalent experience.

Experience in the following fields:

 * Python programming language
 * Distributed computing tools: Hive, Spark, Dask, HTCondor, etc
 * Relational databases, SQL
 * Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to foster a positive working environment with team members, researchers, and supervisors
 * Proactive approach and ability to adapt and enhance IT services to meet user needs
 * Competence in spoken and written English, * Unix Systems Administration
 * Other programming languages: bash, C++, Java, JavaScript
 * Container technologies: Docker, Apptainer, Kubernetes
 * Software development lifecycle and related tools: GitHub / GitLab, CI/CD
 * Working experience with research users and international research projects

## Description

* Software development of data analysis / management tools
 * Customization, configuration and integration of 3rd party software
 * Implementation of data intensive workflows
 * Service administration on Linux systems
 * User support and documentation
 * Task automation, DevOps techniques, The evaluation criteria and their weighting for the submitted applications will be the following:
Evaluation criteria
Score
Criterion 1: Programming experience in research environments according to the CV
50
Criterion 2: Suitability and interest in the position offered
20
Criterion 3: Letters of recommendation
30


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