Research Software Engineer

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. It is renowned for its excellent education, its cutting-edge fundamental research and its efforts to put new knowledge and innovations directly into practice. Scientific Software and Data Management (SSDM), part of Scientific IT Services (SIS) within central IT, develops software and data management solutions for research projects across the ETH domain, and provides a stimulating, flexible and family-friendly working environment. It is located in Zurich and Basel.

Project background

Scientific Software and Data Management (SSDM) is part of ETH's central IT department. It comprises software engineers from diverse backgrounds who develop software to support research projects across a broad spectrum of ETH's academic departments, including biology, physics, engineering, economics, architecture and more. Due to a growing portfolio of projects. we are looking for a versatile software engineer to work to lead or contribute to a number of projects

Job description

You will work on a Horizon-funded project, EOSC Data Commons, alongside other developers within SIS and at partner institutions, to build a framework for discovering, sharing and executing data and algorithms in a distributed environment. The main technology will be Python, though Scala and Typescript knowledge are a plus.

Most importantly, we are looking for a person who is flexible, communicates well and interested in and able to aquire new skills.

Profile

Required Skills

• A degree in computer science, mathematics, science or engineering
• A minimum of 5 years working in software development
• A minimum of 3 years working with Python
• Demonstrated knowledge of Linux and Docker
• Experience building web-based APIs
• Familiarity with CI tools such as Docker and Git
• Good communication skills in English
• A team player who interacts well with other developers as well as customers
• A strong desire to learn new skills

Desirable Skills (at least some of the following)

• A Masters or Ph D
• Experience developing in an academic environment
• Kubernetes
• Typescript
• Scala
• SQL

We offer

We offer a stimulating, multicultural working environment with colleagues from a variety of disciplines. We do not have rigid job roles, nor much bureaucracy. You will have the opportunity to design and architect solutions and work with some of the best scientists in their fields. 

SIS operates in a hybrid home-office mode, with up to 3 days per week working from home. Hours are flexible, subject to customer, team and project needs.

The position is initially for a duration of 1 year with the possibilty of renewal.

We value diversity

In line with our values , ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.

Curious? So are we.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

• A motivation letter
• Your CV
• Job references and diplomas

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

Further information about SIS can be found on our website sis.id.ethz.ch . Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr Matthew Baker at matthew.baker@id.ethz.ch (no applications).

For recruitment services the GTC of ETH Zurich apply.

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in
science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education,
cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge
into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our
university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an
environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe,
yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to
develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.