Software Engineer – Integrator
About the role
Cosylab is renowned for delivering top-of-the-line turnkey software solutions that power some of the world’s most intricate and sophisticated systems, such as particle accelerators, large telescope arrays, fusion reactors, and advanced devices in the high-tech industry.
As a Software Engineer – Integrator, you will be responsible for developing cutting-edge software solutions and integrating them with hardware components, working on projects that help research institutes achieve scientific breakthroughs in the field of fusion. Curious about the kind of projects we mean? Have you heard of ITER? It’s one of the most complex scientific projects in human history, designed to demonstrate the technological and scientific feasibility of fusion power. You will be designing and integrating control systems for ITER diagnostic systems.
We understand that our domain is highly specialized, so don’t worry if you’re not familiar with it yet. We will provide you with the necessary knowledge as you work with us. Nevertheless, proactiveness, resourcefulness, and a readiness to tackle and explore unknown challenges with curiosity are highly valued.
Key tasks and responsibilities
- Design and develop software applications for control and data acquisition systems.
- Implement real-time data acquisition, control logic, and communication protocols.
- Perform integration testing with hardware to validate performance, reliability, and accuracy.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation.
- Participate in technical discussions with internal and external stakeholders.
- Understand and address project stakeholders’ issues.
- Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of engineers.
Required qualifications and skills
- Experience with the C++ programming language.
- Familiarity with device integration and testing.
- Understanding of software and hardware architecture.
- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-disciplinary teams and communicate technical concepts clearly.
Education
- B.Sc. in Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or another related technical discipline.
Fluency in spoken and written English.
Bonus points if you have
- Knowledge of nuclear fusion.
- Basic understanding of FPGA, PLC, and their programming concepts.
- Familiarity with NI DAQ systems (cRIO, PXI, etc.).
- Familiarity with industrial communication interfaces and protocols (e.g., Modbus, OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, Serial).
- Familiarity with EPICS.
- Familiarity with the Linux environment.
- Familiarity with uTCA.
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 – Integrator by Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Thank you
Please fill in the application form and upload your English CV, motivational letter and other relevant documents.