Junior Research Software Engineer
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Open Position: Junior Research Software EngineerOpening Date: June 3, ****Closing Date: June 19, ****Ref: ***_PIC-LHC-SVC-EngineerAbout IFAEThe Institut de Física d'Altes Energies (IFAE) is a public consortium of the Generalitat de Catalunya, the Autonomous Government of Catalonia, and the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB).It is dedicated to research and the development of high?energy physics from theoretical, experimental and technological perspectives.About PICPort d'Informació Científica (PIC) is a scientific?technological centre that designs, implements and manages advanced tools for scientific data analysis.PIC supports research across particle physics, astrophysics, biology, materials science and other disciplines through Machine Learning, High?Throughput Computing, Big Data techniques and distributed computing.Job DescriptionSoftware development of data analysis / management toolsCustomization, configuration and integration of third?party softwareImplementation of data?intensive workflowsService administration on Linux systemsUser support and documentationTask automation, DevOps techniquesCompetencies And Qualifications RequiredDegree in computer science, physics, or equivalent experience.Experience In The Following FieldsPython programming languageDistributed computing tools: Hive, Spark, Dask, HTCondor, etc.Relational databases, SQLStrong communication and collaboration skillsProactive approach to adapt and enhance IT servicesCompetence in spoken and written EnglishEvaluation CriteriaProgramming experience in research environments (50%)Suitability and interest in the position (20%)Letters of recommendation (30%)Experience in any of the following is a plusUnix systems administrationOther programming languages: bash, C++, Java, JavaScriptContainer technologies: Docker, Apptainer, KubernetesSoftware development lifecycle tools: GitHub / GitLab, CI/CDWorking experience with research users and international research projectsOffered ContractFull?time contract (40h/week).Temporal contract until 31/08/2027 linked to project PID******OB?C22.Position: Junior Research Software Engineer.Salary proportional to experience and qualifications within the corresponding category range.Start date: as soon as possible.Equal Opportunity StatementIFAE is committed to equal opportunities, diversity and inclusion.Women and individuals from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.The institution reserves seven percent of places for people with disabilities in accordance with article 59 of the EBEP.#J--Ljbffr
Requirements
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 Proactive approach to adapt and enhance IT services Competence in spoken and written English Evaluation Criteria Programming experience in research environments (50%) Suitability and interest in the position (20%) Letters of recommendation (30%) Experience in any of the following is a plus Unix systems administration Other programming languages: bash, C++, Java, JavaScript Container technologies: Docker, Apptainer, Kubernetes Software development lifecycle tools: GitHub / GitLab, CI/CD Working experience with research users and international research projects
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Salary proportional to experience and qualifications within the corresponding category range. Start date: as soon as possible. Equal Opportunity Statement IFAE is committed to equal opportunities, diversity and inclusion. Women and individuals from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. The institution reserves seven percent of places for people with disabilities in accordance with article 59 of the EBEP. #J-*****-Ljbffr