Junior software developer
Deadline: November 30th, 2024
Are you ready to join a dynamic team where your proactiveness and management prowess can translate directly into tangible outcomes in the research field?
Our Division of Advanced Scientific Computing (ASC Division) at the Institute for Earth System Predictions (IESP), located in Lecce, is looking for 2 talented and enthusiastic Junior Software developers. In this role, the developers will support the division activities on large-scale data management in the field of climate sciences.
ABOUT US
CMCC Foundation is a cross-cutting scientific research center on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the world of business, and policymakers. Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change. CMCC's core objective is to conduct cutting-edge science, to train the next generation of scientists at both national and international levels, and to be a beacon for climate modelling.
CMCC pursues fundamental and applied science with utmost scientific integrity, prioritizing data-driven science and providing data, information, and research results that can support informed public debate and decision-making processes. To achieve climate research objectives at the highest international standards, we invest in training all our talents, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can excel.
At CMCC you will find a strong, professional environment. Join an inclusive community that values diversity, where every voice is heard and respected. Help foster a culture of innovation and societal change, where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and succeed.
Over the last decade, CMCC has experienced extraordinary growth. We are now embarking on a new chapter of our journey that will further boost CMCC’s global position in climate change research…Together!
To learn more about this opportunity and submit your application, please refer to the following:
ROLE
The Junior Software Developer reports to the ASC division and is responsible for designing/developing/deploying data management solutions and services for climate/environmental Big Data.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Junior Software Developer will support the ASC division, with:
- Design, development, integration and deployment of large-scale climate/environmental data management services and workflows in cloud-based or HPC infrastructures;
- Evaluation and development of software solutions and novel strategies for handling and analyzing climate/environmental data;
- Drafting of scientific reports and technical documentation related to the developed solutions.
REQUIREMENTS
- M.Sc. degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or equivalent fields;
- Demonstrated experience in programming with Python and knowledge of Python scientific libraries and tools (i.e., numpy, pandas, Jupyter notebooks);
- Good knowledge of data management systems and DBMS design;
- Experience with version control system tools (i.e., Git/GitHub);
- Relevant experience with containerization (i.e., Docker) and orchestration solutions (e.g., Kubernetes);
- Demonstrated experience with Linux environment and software setup & configuration;
- Flexibility to work on a diverse range of tasks and to manage deadlines;
- Fluency in both written and spoken English language.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
- Knowledge of Object-Oriented design and programming;
- Experience with bash scripting;
- Knowledge of cloud and HPC environments and architectures;
- Experience with NetCDF data formats and related Python libraries (e.g., xarray, cartopy), and/or cloud-based formats (e.g., Zarr);
- Knowledge of Python-based data analytics and Machine learning frameworks (e.g., Dask, PyTorch, MLFlow);
- Knowledge of data cataloguing tools (e.g., intake, STAC);
- Experience in managing data processing/analytics workflow and in handling large datasets;
- Ability to work in a team and independently.
DURATION, COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Please note that this opportunity will be issued both internally and externally.
- The Managers will be based in Lecce CMCC office;
- The appointment period will be initially of 12 months starting from December 2024, renewable pending a positive evaluation, with a gross annual salary range based on qualification and working experience and competitive with major research centers in Europe;
- Welfare package, for minimum 12 months contract;
- Flexible working time as per internal policies;
- Support during the immigration process, if needed.
PROTECTED CATEGORY
Belonging to legally protected categories (ex L. 68/99) will constitute a preferential condition.
Some fiscal benefits could be applied for repatriated workers or foreign researchers/professors, having the requirements defined by Dlgs 147/2015 (for repatriates) or Dl 78/2010 (for foreigners).
CMCC is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status, and other legally protected characteristics. Please omit from your CV any data you or we might consider discriminatory.
This job announcement is an invitation to express interest in the above-mentioned CMCC Position.
Top Skills
What We Do
The Foundation Euro-Mediterranean Centre on Climate Change (CMCC) is a research centre on climate science and policy.
The CMCC:
- Integrates all studies on climate change and adaptation/mitigation policies
- Promotes collaboration and synergy with international organisations, policy makers, and industry
- Provides technical-scientific support to the institutions involved in the negotiation and international cooperation activities.
CMCC produces thorough studies regarding climate variability, causes, and consequences, through the development of high-resolution simulations based on global models of Earth systems and regional models, with a particular focus on the Mediterranean area.
CMCC's research assures the maintenance of highly reliable products and instruments, which are made available to the scientific community and to further studies on climate science and climate change impacts.
CMCC maintains, checks, and develops numeric model simulations, which are used to study the effects of climate change on the following areas: economy, agriculture, coastal areas, marine and land environment, hydrogeological cycle, carbon cycle and human health
