StellenbeschreibungJob Descriptionbr/br/pAre you a skilled hardware support engineer? Does taking the responsibility of running an infrastructure dedicated to accelerating the development of cutting-edge computing technologies for the research community challenge you? Then, join the Fabric and Communication Systems (FCS) group in charge of procuring, managing, and operating the layer providing IT equipment for the CERN experiments and users community, the Data Centres and associated Computing Facilities. /ppstrongYour responsibilities /strong /ppAs a successful candidate you will be : /pulliEnsuring the smooth and reliable operation of this infrastructure. You will actively take part in the commissioning of new systems, in particular the ones part of the computing cluster for the Next Generation Triggers project. /liliRunning hardware evaluation (including benchmarking activities) and providing support to the user community. /liliFocus on the deployment and operations of systems equipped with accelerator cards such as enterprise grade GPU. /liliMaintain the existing servers, ensuring optimal performance through regular maintenance and upgrades. /li /ulpAdditional opportunities include: /pulliInteract on a regular basis with industry partners and be exposed to novel technologies. /liliOrganise topic-oriented workshops. /li /ulpstrongYour profile /strong /pulliProven experience with computer systems (BIOS/UEFI, x86/Arm processor architectures and virtualization, memory, GPU computing), interconnects (Ethernet, Infiniband) and types of storage drives (S-ATA, SAS, NVMe). /liliExperience with management and monitoring protocols such as, but not limited to, IPMI / Redfish, SMART and SNMP. /liliExtensive experience with Linux and shell scripting. /liliDemonstrated experience with Python. /li /ulpuSkills /u /ppSkills and/or knowledge: /pulliServer hardware. /liliPython. /liliShell scripting. /liliLinux system administration. /li /ulpAdditional assets: /pulliFamiliarity with performance profiling and optimisation of applications. /liliDemonstrating the ability to perform performance-oriented debugging. /liliProficiency (or willingness to rapidly acquire it) in utilising software configuration management tools, such as Puppet or Ansible. /liliThe ability to work in French would be an advantage. /liliSpoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French. /li /ulpuEligibility criteria: /u /pullistronguBy the application deadline, /u /strong you have a strongmaximum of two years of professional experience since graduation /strong in Computer Science / Computer Engineering (or a related field) stronguand /u your highest educational qualification is either a Bachelor's or Master's degree /strong. /liliYou have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before. /liliApplicants without University degree are not eligible. /liliApplicants with a PhD are not eligible. /li /ulbrAdditional Informationbr/br/pJob closing date: strong at 23:59 CEST. /strong /ppContract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum. /ppWorking hours: 40 hours per week /ppJob flexibility: Hybrid /ppTarget start date: 01-January-2027 /ppThis position involves: /pulliA valid driving licence. /li /ulpJob reference: IT-FCS-HP- -GRAE /ppField of work: Software Engineering and IT /ppBenchmark job: - Computing Engineer /p pstrongGlobal Benefits /strong /pulliA monthly stipend between Swiss Francs per month (tax free) depending on your degree. /lili30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure. /liliCoverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund. /liliFamily, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances. /liliA relocation package (installation grant and travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances. /liliPossibility to extend your contract up to 36 months. /liliOn-the-job and formal training including language classes. /li /ulpstrongOverview of CERN - Discover a world where the impossible is made possible! /strong /ppAt 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. /ppEvery 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. /ppIf 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! strongTAKE PART! /strong /ppstrongMore information about us, here: /stronga strongcareers.cern /strong /a /p
