Online Software Developer (EP-CMS-TDQ-2026-153-GRAP) in Genève

ph3Job Description /h3 pAs a Software Developer, you will contribute to the upgrade of the CMS data acquisition system for the High-Luminosity LHC. You will design and develop software for FPGA-based electronics platforms, enabling the configuration, control and monitoring of the Trigger and Timing Control and Distribution System (TCDS). Working closely with electronics engineers, physicists and other stakeholders, you will contribute to requirements gathering, the production of detailed documentation, and direct participation in the preparation and execution of system tests at progressively larger scales, in view of deploying the production system in 2028. /p h3Job Details /h3 h3Job Description /h3 pAs a Software Developer, you will contribute to the upgrade of the CMS data acquisition system for the High-Luminosity LHC. You will design and develop software for FPGA-based electronics platforms, enabling the configuration, control and monitoring of the Trigger and Timing Control and Distribution System (TCDS). Working closely with electronics engineers, physicists and other stakeholders, you will contribute to requirements gathering, the production of detailed documentation, and direct participation in the preparation and execution of system tests at progressively larger scales, in view of deploying the production system in 2028. /p h3Your Responsibilities /h3 ul liIn collaboration with other members of the group and CMS collaborators, develop software to configure, control, and monitor the different components of the TCDS system. This requires close interaction with hardware components. /li liContribute to the setup and operation of DAQ test systems to validate the different parts of the design. /li liMaintain and improve software repositories and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) infrastructure. /li liContribute to the installation and commissioning of the Phase-2 DAQ system between 2027 and 2029. /li liProvide support to the CMS community for the commissioning of sub-detector data acquisition components. /li /ul h3Your profile /h3 ul liProficiency in designing and developing complex applications in Python and C++, including user-facing and REST-based interfaces. /li liExperience with system programming and interaction with computer hardware. /li liExperience developing software in collaborative environments and with Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) practices. /li liFamiliarity with firmware development using hardware description languages such as VHDL or Verilog would be an asset. /li liSome exposure to the challenges of data acquisition systems in modern high energy physics (HEP) experiments would be an asset. /li /ul h3Skills /h3 ul liProficiency in Python and modern C++. /li liProven background in collaborative software development and DevOps practices. /li liPractical experience with web UI development using JavaScript, TypeScript, and related modern frameworks. /li liAbility to work effectively in a team, present design options, work plans and status reports, and produce clear documentation. /li liSpoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French. /li /ul h3Eligibility Criteria /h3 ul liYou are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State. /li liYou have a professional background in Software Engineering or Applied Physics (or a related field) and have either: /li ul lia Master's degree with 2 to 6 years of post-graduation professional experience; /li lior a PhD with no more than 3 years of post-graduation professional experience. /li /ul liYou have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before. /li /ul h3Additional Information /h3 pbJob closing date: at 23:59 CEST. /b /p pContract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum. /p pWorking hours: 40 hours per week /p pJob flexibility: Hybrid /p pTarget start date: 01-January-2027 /p h3This Position Involves /h3 ul liWork during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization. /li /ul pJob reference: EP-CMS-TDQ- -GRAP /p pField of work: Information Technologies /p pBenchmark job: - Computing Engineer /p h3Global Benefits /h3 ul liA monthly net stipend of either 6372 or 7004 Swiss Francs per month depending on your degree. /li li30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure. /li liCoverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund. /li liFamily, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances. /li liA relocation package (installation grant and travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances. /li liPossibility to extend your contract up to 36 months. /li liOn-the-job and formal training including language classes. /li /ul h3Overview of CERN - Discover a world where the impossible is made possible! /h3 pAt CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, we are pushing the frontiers of science and technology. Our groundbreaking work brings together not only physicists but also a diverse range of professionals from engineering, technical, scientific, and administrative fields. Together, we foster an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. /p pEvery day, we face exciting new challenges and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes our understanding of the universe. We meet these challenges through the diverse perspectives within our teams, ensuring every contribution is valued and driving our shared sense of inclusion and purpose. Diversity is a core value of CERN since its foundation, and it remains central to our mission and continued success. /p pIf you are ready to be part of a dynamic, inclusive community pushing the boundaries of knowledge, CERN is the place where your curiosity and skills can thrive. Be part of our mission to uncover what lies at the heart of the universe! /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr