Company Description

At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature. Find out more on http://home.cern.

Job Description

Introduction

Are you a Junior Software Developer who is passionate about implementing and testing the software required for accelerators at the high energy and intensity frontier? CERN, take part!

CERN is looking for a junior software developer to join its Beams Department which hosts the Groups responsible for beam generation, acceleration, diagnostics, controls and performance optimization. The position will be in the Software Section of the Beam Instrumentation Group. You will take part in producing, testing, commissioning and maintaining the software required for the diagnostic devices used by the accelerator operators to control the particle beams being accelerated at CERN.

Functions

As a junior software developer specialising in C/C++ programming your main tasks will be to produce, test, operationally deploy and maintain the acquisition and control software for various accelerator beam instrumentation systems installed throughout the CERN accelerator complex, including the Large Hadron Collider (LHC).

The job will involve:

• Maintaining and upgrading existing software in close collaboration with instrument specialists and end-users;
• Producing C++ software for the acquisition and control of new hardware to enable integration into the accelerator control system;
• Assisting the users (operators, specialists, physicists etc) in the exploitation of the instruments, taking on board their feedback in order to further optimise performance.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of information technologies or a related field.

Experience:

• This post requires experience in the field of computer engineering with emphasis on C++ programming.
• Experience in the field of graphical user interface design using Java, Python or C++ would be an advantage.

Technical competencies:

• Knowledge of programming techniques and languages: good knowledge of C or C++.
• Testing, diagnosing and optimization of software.
• Development of software for embedded and real-time systems with/without OS.
• Development of data visualization applications.

Behavioural competencies:

• Achieving results: delivering high quality work on time and fulfilling expectations.
• Working in teams: building and maintaining constructive and effective work relationships.
• Working well in groups and readily fitting into a team; participating fully and taking an active role in team activities.
• Demonstrating flexibility: demonstrating openness to new ideas and situations; being willing to work on different projects simultaneously.
• Solving problems: identifying, defining and assessing problems, taking action to address them; finding the information needed to solve problems; making objective judgments based on all the facts available.

Language skills:

• Spoken and written English or French: ability to draw-up technical reports and to make oral presentations in at least one of the two languages.

Additional Information

Eligibility and closing date:

Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States.

This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 31.07.2019

Employment Conditions

Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.

These functions require:

• Work in Radiation Areas.
• Interventions in underground installations.
• A valid driving licence.
• Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization.
• Stand-by duty, when required by the needs of the Organization.

Job grade: 4-5

Job reference: BE-BI-SW-2019-71-LD

Benchmark Job Title: Computing Technical Engineer

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