Research Software Engineer / HIFIS Consultant | Research Software Engineer / HIFIS Consultant
Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum
Job Summary
This role bridges the gap between medical image computing research and Helmholtz-wide research software consulting. As a Research Software Engineer and HIFIS Consultant, you will engage in day-to-day software development using C++ and Python, contributing to the Medical Imaging Interaction Toolkit (MITK) and managing diverse medical data modalities. Beyond coding, you will act as a strategic advisor to research groups across the Helmholtz Association, providing expert guidance on software architecture, testing, CI/CD, and sustainable development workflows. You will also play a key role in open-source licensing, community building, and representing the organization in international consortia. This position is uniquely attractive as it offers the chance to work at the forefront of AI-driven cancer research while shaping the standards for research software engineering across Germany's largest scientific organization. The role provides a highly interdisciplinary environment with flexible working conditions and state-of-the-art infrastructure.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree in Computer Science, Scientific Computing, Medical Informatics, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related discipline; or equivalent professional experience.
Experience
- Professional experience in modern, sustainable software engineering including version control and CI/CD
- Strong professional experience in modern C++ or Python
- Experience in software architecture, automated testing, and containerization
- Experience in consulting, mentoring, or project management within software development projects is desirable
- Experience in research software engineering or scientific workflows is preferred
Languages
Additional
- Proof of immunity against measles required (Infection Protection Act). Location: Heidelberg, Germany. Travel to workshops and conferences required. Initial contract duration of 2 years with possibility of extension.
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