Software Engineer (m/f)
About the role
Cosylab’s team, which is working on control software for various scientific machines and facilities, is looking for a new team member!
Working on groundbreaking scientific and technological achievements can be incredibly rewarding both personally and professionally. You will have the chance to contribute to projects that have the potential to change the world and make a real impact on society. As a software engineer, you would help develop a control system for one of the world’s largest projects for international cutting-edge research – FAIR.
We are looking for a tech-savvy individual who has an interest in developing their career in project management and team leadership direction over time. You will be creating solutions that integrate software and hardware components, meaning you won’t lose touch with the technical part of work, even as a potential project manager in the future.
Key tasks and responsibilities
- Development in object-oriented programming languages (Java, C++).
- Software development for communication with various devices in the accelerator.
- Collaboration in creating architectural solutions, code development, and review.
- Analyzing requirements and defining technical specifications together with the client.
- Regular communication with the internal team and the client.
- Writing clean, readable, and well-structured code.
- Documenting and thoroughly testing own work.
Required qualifications and skills
- Experience in working with object-oriented programming languages (Java, C++).
- Proactivity and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of software design principles, programming techniques, and computer science fundamentals.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build solid relationships and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills with a systematic approach to managing tasks and priorities.
Education
- B.Sc. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or other related technical disciplines.
- Fluency in spoken and written English.
Bonus points if you have
- Experience in leading software development projects and/or teams.
- Experience working with clients.
- Experience in hardware integration.
- Interest in or experience within the scientific domain (particle accelerators, fusion energy, space,…).
What we offer
- Employment contract for an indefinite period with a six-month probationary period.
- A work environment with flexible working hours and a hybrid work model.
- Plenty of personal and professional growth opportunities combined with a competitive and periodically updated salary tailored to your skills, experiences, and results.
- Interesting work full of challenges in an international working environment.
- Opportunities to work abroad.
- High-impact learning culture: regular in-house and external training sessions and a team of international professionals eager to help you grow.
- Many recreational after-work activities, unlimited coffee, soft drinks, fruit, and other well-being goodies.
- Cosylab events (Teambuilding, New Year’s Party, Picnic … ).
Why join Cosylab?
We are the leading software solutions provider for the world’s most complex, precise, and advanced systems, such as particle accelerators, large telescopes, fusion reactors, innovative medical devices, and cancer treatment systems. Our technology enables organizations to make scientific discoveries, offer the most cutting-edge cancer treatments, innovate in healthcare, and introduce clean fusion energy to future energy markets.
Working at Cosylab is a great opportunity to discover genuine teamwork and collaborate with experts from the world’s most important research projects. We value and strive to achieve good interpersonal relationships and try to ensure the pleasant well-being of all our employees. We are friendly, proud to work together, and able to develop just about any solution we put our minds to.
Our values
Think bold
Be modest
Work smart
Enjoy life
Do good
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CONTACT US
Apply for Software Engineer (m/f) by Monday, June 9, 2025
Thank you
Please fill in the application form and upload your English CV, motivational letter and other relevant documents.