Job Descriptionbr/br/pAs a member of our team, you will contribute to the development, maintenance, and operational support of CERN's cryogenics process control systems. You will play an active role in major consolidation projects carried out during Long Shutdown 3, supporting the cryogenic infrastructure of the LHC accelerator as well as the ATLAS and CMS detectors. /ppThis diverse role combines software development, hardware installation, and system integration activities. You will collaborate closely with a wide range of CERN services and work alongside the Cryogenics Operations team to deliver reliable and innovative solutions that support world-leading scientific research. /ppstrongYour responsibilities: /strong /pulliContribute to the design, development, implementation and commissioning of control systems, using automated software production methods based on GitLab CI and CERN control frameworks. /liliContribute to the review and propose improvements of process control logic. /liliParticipate in the installation and commissioning of control hardware on site. /liliParticipate to the maintenance and insertion of control system's configuration data in CERN's databases. /liliCooperate with CERN's service providers to resolve issues and share best practices. /li /ulpstrongYour profile: /strong /pulliExperience in Python and bash programming. /liliProficiency in code refactoring, optimisation, and testing. /liliExperience with relational databases (Oracle), data manipulation and SQL. /liliKnowledge of code versioning systems (Git), issue tracking (Jira) and continuous integration (GitLab CI). /liliBasic experience with PLC-based control systems (Siemens, Schneider). /liliAbility to understand and analyse systems, identify issues and propose solutions. /liliMaster's Degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Computing Engineering or Automation Engineering or a related field. /li /ulpuSkills: /u /pulliPython, Bash, Git, Jira. /liliRelational databases, SQL. /liliDevOps, Continuous Integration. /liliProcess controls, PLC programming (SCL). /liliSpoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language. /li /ulpuEligibility criteria: /u /pulliYou are a national of a a CERN Member or Associate Member State /a. /liliYou have a professional background in Computing or Automation Engineering (or a related field) and have either:ullia strongMaster's degree with 2 to 6 years /strong of post-graduation professional experience; /lilior a strongPhD with no more than 3 years /strong of post-graduation professional experience. /li /ul /liliYou have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before. /li /ulbrAdditional Informationbr/br/pJob closing date: strong at 23:59 CEST. /strong /ppContract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum. /ppWorking hours: 40 hours per week /ppJob flexibility: Hybrid /ppTarget start date: 01-September-2026 /ppThis position involves: /pulliWork in Radiation Areas. /liliInterventions in underground installations. /liliA valid driving licence. /liliExposure to electromagnetic fields under certain exposure conditions. /li /ulpemGiven the occupational health risks associated with this position, the selected candidate must obtain medical clearance before a contract offer is confirmed. /em /ppJob reference: TE-CRG-IC- -GRAP /ppField of work: Software Engineering and IT /ppBenchmark job: - Computing Engineer /p pstrongGlobal Benefits /strong /pulliA monthly stipend between Swiss Francs per month (tax free) depending on your degree. /lili30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure. /liliCoverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund. /liliFamily, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances. /liliA relocation package (installation grant and travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances. /liliPossibility to extend your contract up to 36 months. /liliOn-the-job and formal training including language classes. /li /ulpstrongOverview of CERN - Discover a world where the impossible is made possible! /strong /ppAt CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, we are pushing the frontiers of science and technology. Our groundbreaking work brings together not only physicists but also a diverse range of professionals from engineering, technical, scientific, and administrative fields. Together, we foster an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. /ppEvery day, we face exciting new challenges and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes our understanding of the universe. We meet these challenges through the diverse perspectives within our teams, ensuring every contribution is valued and driving our shared sense of inclusion and purpose. Diversity is a core value of CERN since its foundation, and it remains central to our mission and continued success. /ppIf you are ready to be part of a dynamic, inclusive community pushing the boundaries of knowledge, CERN is the place where your curiosity and skills can thrive. Be part of our mission to uncover what lies at the heart of the universe! strongTAKE PART! /strong /ppstrongMore information about us, here: /stronga strongcareers.cern /strong /a /p