Job Description:
Software Developer for Track Reconstruction
CERN's ATLAS experiment is seeking a talented Software Developer to contribute to the development and optimization of the ACTS toolkit, an experiment-agnostic track reconstruction software designed for high performance in the HL-LHC era and beyond.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop, optimize, and maintain ACTS-based track finding, fitting, and vertex reconstruction software.
* Focus on adapting and fine-tuning the software for the ATLAS Inner Tracker (ITk) to ensure optimal performance.
* Lead and coordinate efforts to enhance the computational and physics performance of ACTS, supporting the ATLAS HL-LHC physics program.
* Serve as a core member of the ACTS development team, managing parts of the development and deployment processes.
* Provide advisory and supervision support to junior colleagues within ATLAS and collaborating institutions.
Your Profile:
Requirements:
* Proven experience with modern C++ programming techniques.
* Understanding of track reconstruction concepts, algorithms, and their efficient implementation in High-Energy Physics (HEP) experiments.
* Proficiency in software development tools and practices within a Linux environment.
* Ability to communicate opinions, ideas, and suggestions convincingly, clearly, and in a logical and structured manner, staying on topic.
Qualifications:
* A Master's degree with 2 to 6 years of post-graduation professional experience.
* Or a PhD with no more than 3 years of post-graduation professional experience.
This position involves working during nights, Sundays, and official holidays when required by the needs of the Organization.
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, and access to our pension fund. Depending on your individual circumstances, you may also be eligible for installation grants, family allowances, and travel expenses.
About us:
CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, is a world-leading research facility that probes the fundamental structure of the universe using the largest and most complex scientific instruments. Our work gives physicists clues about how particles interact and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature.
Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success.