Senior Software Engineer

KIOS RESEARCH AND INNOVATION CENTER OF EXCELLENCE

Title: Senior Software Engineer (Special Scientist)
No. of Positions: One (1)
Category: Employment contract
Location: University of Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus.

The KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence (www.kios.ucy.ac.cy) at the University of Cyprus announces one  (1) Senior Software Engineer position,  for  full-time  employment. The  successful candidate  will  work  under  multiple  KIOS  CoE  projects  funded  by  the  European  Union,  including  the flagship KIOS CoE  Teaming project, as well as national orindustry-funded projects. He/Sheshould be able  to  lead  a  team  responsible  for  building  high-quality,  innovative,  and  fully  performing  software  in order to support KIOS CoE for achieving its goals and objectives and contribute to the sustainability and development of the Center. Applicants are expected to have physical presence at the KIOS CoE in Nicosia, Cyprus.

University of Cyprus

The University of Cyprus was founded in 1989 and admitted its first students in 1992. Within a short time, the University of Cyprus achieved international distinctions. Today, it is ranked as the 84thyoung university (under 50 years) and #501-600 worldwide by the Times Higher Education Rankings.

These  notable  distinctions  are  the  result  of high dedication  to  continuous  development.  The  pursuit  of research excellence constitutes a key strategic objective of the University of Cyprus. Moreover, the University continually extends and upgrades its programs of undergraduate and graduate studies.

To best serve its strategic objectives, the University recruits high-caliber personnel who can make significant contributions  to  the  development  of  internationally  competitive  research  projects  and  to  the  design  and delivery of new curricula.

KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence (KIOS CoE)

The KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence is the largest research center at the University of Cyprus and in 2017 was upgraded to a European Research Center of Excellence through the KIOS CoE Teaming project.  Currently, the Center employs more than 145 people who are supported by externally funded research and innovation projects.

KIOS provides an inspiring environment for carrying out top level research and innovation in the area of Information and Communication Technologies with emphasis on the Monitoring, Control and Security of  Critical  Infrastructures. Such  infrastructures include power  and  energy  systems,  water  networks, transportation networks, telecommunication networks and emergency management and response. The Center instigates interdisciplinary interaction and promotes collaboration between industry, academia and research organizations in high-tech areas of global importance. The KIOS CoE operates in a diverse environment as an equal opportunity employer.

Job details:Short Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful candidate is expected to:

• Develop software solutions, identifying software system requirements, perform software system analysis,  design  and  implement  software  programs/systems,  maintain  (review, troubleshoot, debug and upgrade) existing systems, develop program and/or system documentation, including description reports, user-manuals, administrator-manuals, flowcharts/layouts/diagrams
• Manage  and/  or coordinate  teams  and/or  projects  related  to his/her expertise,  identify  and allocate tasks, communicate and arrange meetings with all the stakeholders involved in a project and be responsible for the preparation of reports and project deliverables
• Contribute to the KIOS CoE by assisting in the training, education and dissemination activities of the  Center,  attend  training  programs,  seminars,  competitions and  other  KIOS  CoE educational and networking activities as well as be involved in the committees and/or subcommittees of the Center.

Profile of the ideal candidate:

The ideal candidate must exhibit knowledge of the application of principles used in the field of engineering, to the design, development, testing, deployment and management of software systems, have excellent team-working skills, excellent organizational and self-management skills, very good communication skills and very good  knowledge  of  the  English and  Greek Language. He/She must  possess  technical  and  analytical  skills, should have the abilities of critical thinking and complex-problem solving, where he/she should be able to use logic  and  reasoning  to  identify  the  strengths  and  weaknesses  of  alternative  solutions,  conclusions  or approaches to specific problems.Further, he/she should have to take initiatives and make decisions and have the quality of being reliable and trustworthy, self-discipline, be able to demonstrate a commitment to carrying out his/her responsibilities and have an adherence to ethical principles.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science or other relevant field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a software engineer or in a relevant software developer position.

Employment Terms:

The position is on a contract basis. Initially, a two-year contract with a 6-month probation period will be offered, which is renewable based on performance. The gross monthly salary depends on the candidate’s qualifications and expertise and will be between €2900 - €4200. From this amount, employee contributions to the Cyprus Government funds will be deducted. The 13th salary bonus is incorporated in the monthly salary. Maternity leave will be granted based on Social Insurance Laws from 1980 until 2012.

Application:

Interested candidates should submit the following items online through the link: https://applications.ucy.ac.cy/recruitment.

• Cover letter explaining the interest of the applicant in pursuing a career at the KIOS CoE, along with employment availability date
• Short summary of prior work experiences, activities and accomplishments (can be combined with the cover letter) (2 pages maximum)
• Copies of transcripts of BSc/MSc/PhD degree(s) and any other relevant professional certifications
• A detailed curriculum vitae in English or in Greek
• Identify at least two referees that can provide reference letters.

The University of Cyprus will collect and process all candidate personal data according to the provisions of the General Regulation on Personal Data 2016/679 (EU).

The applications should be submitted as soon as possible, but not later than Friday, 7th of May 2021, at 5 pm. The evaluation of the applications will begin immediately. At least the best three candidates that satisfy the required qualifications, will be interviewed by the Selection Committee.

Candidates will be informed of the result of their application by the KIOS CoE.

For more information, please contact the KIOS Center of Excellence, by phone at +357 22893460 or via e-mail at kioshiring@ucy.ac.cy .