Computing Engineer

Job Posting Organization:
CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, is a leading scientific research institution established in 195

• It is known for its groundbreaking work in particle physics and technology, bringing together a diverse range of professionals from various fields including engineering, technical, scientific, and administrative. CERN operates in multiple countries and has a workforce of over 2,500 employees, fostering an environment of innovation and collaboration. The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion, which are core values that have been integral to its mission since its inception.

Job Overview:
The Computing Engineer position at CERN involves contributing to the Computing Resource Information Catalogue (CRIC), a vital service that describes computing and storage resources across the Worldwide LHC Computing Grid (WLCG). This role is crucial for supporting particle physics research by connecting over 150 computing centers in more than 40 countries. The successful candidate will work within the CERN IT Computing for Experiments group, focusing on enhancing the maintainability, extensibility, and operational efficiency of CRIC. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with large-scale distributed systems that underpin one of the world's largest scientific computing infrastructures, allowing for significant contributions to the evolution of CRIC through software development, automation, and operational workflows.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Computing Engineer include:

• Contributing to the development and evolution of CRIC, a plugin-based Django platform, while enhancing automation, testing, and CI/CD practices.
• Developing and operating data ingestion pipelines that collect and validate information from various external systems.
• Contributing to deployment and operational workflows for CRIC instances, which are managed through Puppet and CERN VM infrastructure.
• Collaborating with team members to build reliable and well-structured software, ensuring effective communication and teamwork in a multicultural environment.
• Evaluating trade-offs and proposing pragmatic technical solutions to improve system performance and reliability.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a professional background in Software Engineering or a related field. Eligibility criteria include being a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State and having either a Master's degree with 2 to 6 years of post-graduation professional experience or a PhD with no more than 3 years of post-graduation professional experience. Additionally, candidates must not have previously held a CERN fellow or graduate contract.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master's degree or PhD in Software Engineering or a related field. The degree should be complemented by relevant professional experience, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

Experience:
Candidates should have a professional background in Software Engineering or a related field, with specific experience requirements based on their educational qualifications. Those with a Master's degree should have 2 to 6 years of post-graduation experience, while PhD holders should have no more than 3 years of relevant experience.

Languages:
Proficiency in spoken and written English is mandatory, as it is the primary language of communication at CERN. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate a commitment to learning French, which is considered beneficial for integration into the workplace.

Additional Notes:
The contract duration for this position is 24 months, with the possibility of extension up to a maximum of 36 months. The working hours are set at 40 hours per week, and the job offers flexibility with a hybrid working model. The target start date for the position is July 1, 202

• The job reference is IT-CE-LCG-2026-54-GRAP, and it falls under the field of Software Engineering and IT. The compensation includes a monthly stipend ranging from 6372 to 7004 Swiss Francs, which is tax-free, along with 30 days of paid leave per year, comprehensive health insurance coverage, family allowances, a relocation package, and opportunities for on-the-job and formal training, including language classes.