Computing Engineer (Data Storage Systems) at CERN, Geneva

h3Computing Engineer (Data Storage Systems) at CERN, Geneva /h3pDeadline : September 12, 2025 /ppCERN is hiring a Computing Engineer (Data Storage Systems) to join the CTA team managing exabyte-scale LHC data. 24-month contract in Geneva, stipend CHF 5196–5716. Apply by 12 Sept 2025. /ppThe strongEuropean Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) /strong, home to the world’s largest particle physics laboratory, invites applications for the position of strongComputing Engineer: Data Storage Systems /strong in Geneva, Switzerland. This exciting role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the archival, preservation, and distribution of strongLarge Hadron Collider (LHC) data /strong, supporting thousands of researchers across the globe. /ppIf you are a motivated early-career software engineer or computer scientist looking to make an impact at one of the most prestigious scientific institutions, this is your chance to be part of cutting-edge science and technology. /ph3Job Summary : /h3pField /ppDetails /ppstrongTitle /strong Computing Engineer: Data Storage Systems (IT-SD-TAB- -GRAE) /ppstrongOrganization/Publisher /strong CERN – European Organization for Nuclear Research /ppstrongWork Location /strong Geneva, Switzerland /ppstrongResearch Field /strong Data Storage Systems, Software Engineering, IT Infrastructure /ppstrongRequired Qualification /strong Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related /ppstrongRequired Experience /strong Max. 2 years post-graduation professional experience /ppstrongSalary Details /strong CHF 5196 – 5716/month (net of tax) + benefits /ph3strongAbout the Role /strong /h3pAs a strongComputing Engineer in CERN’s Tape Archive (CTA) team /strong, you will contribute to both strongsoftware development /strong and strongoperations /strong supporting the laboratory’s massive data storage systems, including strong2,000 servers and over 50,000 high-capacity tapes /strong. /ppYour work will involve: /ppMaintaining and developing strongC++/Linux software /strong. /ppOptimising and automating storage services. /ppEnhancing monitoring and alerting capabilities. /ppTroubleshooting operational issues and ensuring service reliability. /ppCollaborating with international experiment data management teams. /ph3strongCandidate Profile /strong /h3pstrongBash/Python scripting /strong. /ph3strongDesirable Skills /strong (training available) /h3pSQL databases. /ppGit and version control. /ppMonitoring tools (Grafana, Prometheus). /ppStrong English (spoken/written) and willingness to learn French. /ph3strongEligibility Criteria /strong /h3pNational of a CERN strongMember or Associate Member State /strong. /ppBachelor’s or Master’s degree (Computer Science/Software Engineering or related). /ppstrong≤ 2 years of professional experience /strong post-graduation. /ppNever held a CERN Fellow/Graduate contract before. /ppstrongPhD holders not eligible /strong. /ph3strongEmployment Conditions /strong /h3pstrongContract duration: /strong 24 months (possible extension to 36 months). /ppstrongWorking hours: /strong 40 hours per week; may include stand-by duties, nights, and holidays. /ppstrongTarget start date: /strong 1 January 2026. /ph3strongSalary Benefits /strong /h3pMonthly stipend: strongCHF 5,196 – 5,716 (net of tax) /strong. /ppFamily, child, and infant allowances (where applicable). /pp30 days paid leave per year. /ppTravel expenses (start and end of contract). /ppTraining, on-the-job learning, and in-house language courses. /ph3strongAbout CERN /strong /h3pCERN is the strongworld’s leading particle physics laboratory /strong, where physicists and engineers explore the fundamental structure of the universe using the strongLarge Hadron Collider (LHC) /strong and other advanced instruments. With an exabyte-scale data challenge, CERN’s computing infrastructure is among the most advanced globally, serving a diverse and international scientific community. /ph3strongApplication Process /strong /h3pInterested candidates must apply online through the official CERN portal. /ppstrongDeadline: /strong 12 September 2025 (23:59 CEST). /ppThis article provides a summary of the official job advertisement published by strongCERN /strong. For full eligibility, terms, and application requirements, please consult the official CERN recruitment portal. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr