Software Engineer / Software Engineeress for Extended Reality applications in Architecture and Civil Engineering

Department of Architecture, Architecture and Human Augmentation

The Professorship of Architecture and Human Augmentation and Design++ at ETH Zürich is seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer to contribute to the core software development of their research. This position emphasizes the development of Python and C# libraries for research in architecture, civil engineering, and extended reality (XR), building upon the open-source COMPAS XR framework developed at ETH Zürich.

Key Responsibilities

• Development and maintenance of Python and C# libraries supporting XR-based research workflows in architecture and civil engineering.
• Software integration across multiple platforms, particularly Rhino 3D, Grasshopper, and Unity.
• Collaboration within a multidisciplinary team of software engineers, architects, civil engineers, and computer scientists.
• Contribution to open-source development and research-driven prototyping.
• Integrate image processing and graphics pipelines using existing libraries (SLAM, Structure-from-Motion, radiance fields, and Gaussian Splatting).

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or a related field, with several years of professional experience as a software engineer.
• Strong proficiency in Python and C#, and experience with multiple programming languages.
• Experience with plugin-based architectures is a significant advantage.
• Familiarity with geometry processing, meshes, and/or point clouds is advantageous.
• Familiarity with continuous integration pipelines is desirable.
• Fluency in English and a keen interest in working in an international, interdisciplinary research environment.

Inclusion and Diversity

ETH Zurich is committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity, and cultivate a working and learning environment that respects the rights and dignity of all staff and students.

Application Process

Please apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

The deadline for this application is Sunday, 1 March 2026, with a possible start date of 1 April or 1 May. If an alternative start date is required due to an extended notice period in the candidate’s current position, this can be agreed upon.

For further information about our research, please visit our website. For informal inquiries about the position, you may contact Fabio Scotto at scotto@arch.ethz.ch or Danielle Griego at griego@arch.ethz.ch (no applications).

Please note that pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters, not by artificial intelligence.