Research Software Engineer / Research Software Engineeress

ETH Zurich - July 5, 2025

Research Software Engineer

80%-100%, Zurich, fixed-term

ETH Zurich is one of the world's leading universities specializing in science and technology. It is renowned for its excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research, and efforts to translate new knowledge and innovations directly into practice. Scientific Software and Data Management (SSDM), part of Scientific IT Services (SIS) within central IT, develops software and data management solutions for research projects across the ETH domain, providing a stimulating, flexible, and family-friendly working environment. The office is located in both Zurich and Basel.

Project Background

Scientific Software and Data Management (SSDM) is part of ETH's central IT department. It comprises software engineers from diverse backgrounds who develop software to support research projects across a broad spectrum of ETH's academic departments, including biology, physics, engineering, economics, architecture, and more. Due to an expanding portfolio of projects, we are seeking a versatile software engineer to lead or contribute to several initiatives.

Job Description

You will collaborate on a Horizon-funded project, EOSC Data Commons, working alongside other developers within SIS and partner institutions. Your focus will be to build a framework for discovering, sharing, and executing data and algorithms in a distributed environment. The primary technology stack will be Python, with knowledge of Scala and Typescript being advantageous.

We are looking for a candidate who is flexible, possesses strong communication skills, and is eager to acquire new expertise.

Profile

Required Skills

  • A degree in computer science, mathematics, science, or engineering
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in software development
  • A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience with Python
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Linux and Docker
  • Experience in building web-based APIs
  • Familiarity with CI tools such as Docker and Git
  • Good communication skills in English
  • A team player who interacts effectively with other developers and customers
  • A strong desire to learn new skills

Desirable Skills (some of the following)

  • A Masters or PhD
  • Experience in an academic environment
  • Kubernetes
  • Typescript
  • Scala
  • SQL

Workplace

We offer a stimulating, multicultural working environment with colleagues from various disciplines. There are no rigid job roles or excessive bureaucracy, allowing you the opportunity to design and architect innovative solutions while working alongside some of the best scientists in their fields.

SIS operates in a hybrid home-office mode, allowing for up to 3 days of remote work per week. Working hours are flexible, tailored to the needs of customers, teams, and projects.

The position is initially for a duration of 1 year with the possibility of renewal.

We Value Diversity

In line with our core values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity, and nurture a working and learning environment that respects the rights and dignity of all our staff and students. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to explore how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.

Curious? So Are We!

We look forward to receiving your online application using the form below.

Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

For further information about SIS, please visit our website at sis.id.ethz.ch. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Matthew Baker at matthew.baker@id.ethz.ch (no applications).

About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the world's leading universities specializing in science and technology. We are known for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research, and the direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 individuals from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that fosters independent thinking and inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe and maintaining connections worldwide, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.

Location : Zürich
Country : Switzerland

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