The European Spallation Source (ESS) is a “Big Science” project that aims to be the most powerful neutron source in the world when it is fully operational in 2028. It will enable scientists to study the structure and behavior of matter at the atomic level, opening new possibilities for research and innovation in material science.
ESS invites applications for a Software Scientist position at the Data Management and Software Centre (DMSC) in Copenhagen, Denmark. The DMSC is responsible for the design, development and construction of the computer software and hardware to be used for the operation and data analysis of the experiments to be carried out on the neutron scattering and imaging instruments to be constructed at ESS.
About the position
The accurate detection of neutrons is at the core of any experiment in the future of ESS. The facility has developed a software architecture that runs on standard computing hardware to process neutron events in real time. It is written in C++ and runs on Linux operating systems. With this framework the processing can be optimized to meet the needs of the particular neutron instrument. It is important to ensure that users can trust the system to record all relevant data accurately and reliably.
The responsibilites of our future Software Scientist will include, but not be limited to:

• Collaboratively develop a software event formation system that can cope with the neutron event rates of the next generation neutron facility accurately and reliably.
• Define requirements for the processing for different detector types.
• Implement solutions within the ESS software framework.
• Support ESS staff in testing and commissioning the system.

The candidate will work on-site in Copenhagen, but will be required to visit the ESS site in Lund, Sweden, on a regular basis.
This is a permanent position with three months’ probationary period, and is to be filled as soon as practically possible.
About you
To be successful in this positions you need to have:

• A STEM or software-related degree or relevant higher qualification.
• Proven programming experience in C++ and Python or similar language.

Desirable qualifications include:

• Experience with collection, processing or analysis of data from experiments or measurements.
• Familiarity with the operating principles of particle detectors.
• Prior experience of working with or contributing to to high performance data processing projects.
• Experience with data streaming or message broker systems, such as Apache Kafka.
• Experience in building, testing and deploying software in a professional manner.
• Ability to work efficiently on Linux operating systems.

To thrive in this role, we believe that you enjoy communicating and collaborating with people of various backgrounds and areas of expertise. Working as part of a team is something you appreciate, whilst you also have the ability to take initiatives independently. You enjoy finding new solutions, and it is important to you to plan and organise your work.
What can we offer?
We are located in new offices in Kongens Lyngby in northern Copenhagen. For those not already familiar with “Wonderful Copenhagen”, see www.visitcopenhagen.com. For applicants not already living in Denmark, you can find more information here: www.europeanspallationsource.se/living-working-scandinavia/denmark
Our work environment is exciting, challenging and fast moving. We can offer you passionate and highly skilled colleagues, who take great pride in designing and building a world leading facility for materials research. DMSC has a growing team of 40 staff and at the site in Lund there are a further 500 colleagues - with a total of almost 60 nationalities. At DMSC this international team has created a friendly, open and collaborative atmosphere with regular activities and get-togethers.
Benefits include:

• 25+5 days of annual leave as well as more than 5 days of public holidays and company days off
• Attractive pension program, preventative healthcare benefit etc.
• Focus on work life balance
• Where applicable, relocation support and allowances may also be available

How to apply
Please provide your CV and cover letter in English . Please note we only accept applications via the ESS website. The last day to apply is 15 September, 2024 but we will review applications continuously.
Certain roles at ESS require health and safety checks and/or security clearance procedures, which will be performed as part of the recruitment process.
For further information regarding the ESS recruitment process, please follow this link https://europeanspallationsource.se/page/hiring-process or contact Recruitment Officer Åsa Ander, asa.ander@ess.eu
For further information regarding the position, please contact the hiring manager Fredrik Bolmsten, fredrik.bolmsten@ess.eu
We look forward to receiving your application soon!

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