Job Description

European XFEL is an international non-profit company located in the Hamburg area in Germany. It operates a 3.4 km-long X-ray laser, which produces X-rays of unique quality for studies in physics, chemistry, the life sciences, materials research and other disciplines. The diverse scientific facilities at European XFEL enable scientists from across the globe to carry out a wide range of experimental techniques.

In the frame of a R&D project for Data Reduction in our IT & Data Management group we are looking for a

Software developer for Data Reduction (f/m/d)

The primary responsibility of the position is to take a major role in developing solutions that support data reduction at the European XFEL. As a member of the IT and Data Management group, your duties will include:

• Collaborating with stakeholders to gather and analyse software requirements.
• Designing, developing, and implementing high‑quality software solutions based on the requirements collected.
• Writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.
• Participating in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to fellow team members.
• Working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Take the role of main developer of the system modules for the aforementioned project, including their prototyping and final implementation.

• University degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, or similar field.
• Proven experience in requirements gathering and analysis.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages (e. g. Ruby, Python, or JavaScript).
• Experience with software development frameworks and libraries.
• Solid understanding of software development methodologies and principles.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills in English.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• The following are considered as assets:
  • Programming experience with Python or Ruby.
  • Programming experience with Ruby on Rails.
  • Experience with creating REST APIs and Swagger.

Become part of a vibrant international and multi-cultural team of scientists, engineers, technical and administrative staff. Be involved in cutting edge scientific and technical progress and participate in our international networks. Experience our atmosphere of tolerance and respect.

Salary and benefits are similar to those of public service organizations in Germany, this includes for example:

• family friendly working environment (e. g. additional childcare days)
• flexible working times and option for work from home depending on tasks
• 30 days of vacation, 24th and 31st of December are free as a courtesy of the employer
• extensive relocation benefits
• generous company pension scheme (6,45 % of monthly salary)
• monthly social events and subsidized company restaurant
• partially financed job-tickets for public transportation
• extensive training opportunities incl. subsidized English and German language classes
• Easy and free access to a mental health platform to support your wellbeing

Our company language is English.

Reference number: E-374

Duration: The position is limited to 3 years.

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