Research Associate / HPC System Software Engineer | Research Associate / HPC System Software Engineer (m/f/x)
Technische Universität Dresden Arbeitsstätte Dresden
Job Summary
This role is for a Research Associate and HPC System Software Engineer focused on enhancing the energy efficiency and performance of High-Performance Computing (HPC) systems within the NHR network at TUD Dresden. The successful candidate will conduct scientific research and develop tools for efficient HPC system operation, focusing on data-driven and AI-based optimizations. Day-to-day tasks involve collecting requirements, designing and establishing a modern software development platform (CI/CD, integration testing), and collaborating with international partners. Key requirements include a university degree in computer science or a related field, strong knowledge of distributed systems and Linux, and proficiency in C++ or Python. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge supercomputers, contribute to the European SEANERGYS project, and develop high-quality software in an enthusiastic, internationally connected team, with flexible working hours and competitive funding.
Required Skills
Education
University degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related field with a focus on software development or HPC
Experience
- Professional experience in HPC or cloud environments (Ideally)
- Practical experience with collaborative software development (git, code reviews)
- Experience in data analytics and machine learning (Beneficial)
- Experience with monitoring solutions (e. g. Prometheus, Grafana, InfluxDB) (Beneficial)
Languages
Additional
- The position is limited until May 31, 2029 (Fixed-Term Research Contract Act – WissZeitVG). Must be able to cooperate with German, European, and international partners.
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