Scientist (f/m/d) Scientific software development and user support in the field of materials research

Scientist (f/m/d) Scientific software development and user support in the field of materials research

Tasks

You will be involved in research software engineering (RSE) in the context of high-performance computing in the field of materials research. An important focus of your work is the development of domain-specific languages and supporting tools as interfaces to improve the usability of the codes, models, and data, as well as the productivity of end users, the reusability of code and data, and thus to avoid unnecessary calculations.

You will conduct methodological research and actively participate in the planning, implementation, and testing of new features, as well as in bug fixes. Another task is the continuous maintenance of software repositories and databases.

You will publish the results of your methodological research at conferences and in seminars. Furthermore, you will support users in the use of the newly developed tools in their projects and occasionally organize tutorials for them.

Qualifications

• Finished study (Master level) and a PhD degree in computer science, mathematics, physics, or another STEM subject
• Strong programming skills in Python
• Strong knowledge of software development, ideally with experience in a scientific-technical environment
• Experience with Git, GitLab, and/or GitHub; experience with continuous integration is an advantage
• Basic knowledge of high-performance computing
• Very good English language skills

Desirable Skills

• Linux, database knowledge (MongoDB), and other programming language skills (such as C++, Fortran)
• Interest in working on an interdisciplinary project with scientific and technical challenges, as well as solving the tasks in the project independently or together with an interdisciplinary team in a short period of time
• Experience in dealing with cooperation partners and customers is an advantage

We Offer

• Science for Impact: Engage with topics of societal relevance in an excellent scientific environment that enables change
• Family-friendliness: The “KIT Family+” program assists you in reconciling work and family life by offering childcare services, holiday activities, a parent-child office space, and assistance with caring for relatives
• Flexible working hours: Take advantage of flexible hours schemes, remote work options, part-time models, and a 30-day annual leave entitlement to achieve an optimal work-life balance
• Stay healthy: Under the motto “Fit at KIT – Body, Mind and Soul,” we promote your well-being through fitness classes, mental health programs, and regular preventive health examinations
• Individualized extra benefits: Enjoy a corporate pension (VBL), a €25 monthly contribution toward a JobTicket BW, plus a broad selection of cultural and recreational programs
• Career-building and developmental opportunities: We provide you with a structured onboarding program, a broad spectrum of continuing education options, and personalized support, thereby fostering your individual growth

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