12640 - Operations Software Engineer

at  CMCC Foundation

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Are you ready to join a dynamic team where your proactiveness and management prowess can translate directly into tangible outcomes in the research field?
Our Division of Regional Ocean Forecasting Systems (ROFS), part of the Institute for Earth System Predictions, is looking for a new position of Junior Operations Software Engineer to support the operational activities of our ocean forecasting systems
The job location is Lecce, Italy

ABOUT US

CMCC Foundation is a cross-cutting scientific research center on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the world of business, and policymakers. Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change. CMCC’s core objective is to conduct cutting-edge science, to train the next generation of scientists at both national and international levels, and to be a beacon for climate modelling.
CMCC pursues fundamental and applied science with utmost scientific integrity, prioritizing data-driven science and providing data, information, and research results that can support informed public debate and decision-making processes. To achieve climate research objectives at the highest international standards, we invest in training all our talents, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can excel.
At CMCC you will find a strong, professional environment. Join an inclusive community that values diversity, where every voice is heard and respected. Help foster a culture of innovation and societal change, where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and succeed.

REQUIREMENTS

We are looking for a motivated person with the following requirements:

• M.Sc. degree (or equivalent working experience) in Computer Science, Engineering, or other scientific disciplines (i.e., physics, mathematics);
• Good knowledge of Linux operating system and command line interface;
• Good knowledge of Python and Bash scripting;
• Good knowledge of version control systems (i.e., git). Furthermore, it is welcome to have the following experiences:
• Knowledge of HPC architectures and job schedulers (i.e., IBM Spectrum LSF);
• Knowledge of workflow management platforms
• Experience in managing/manipulating NetCDF data
• Experience on containerization tools (Docker);
• Fluency in English

ROLE

The Junior Operations Software Engineer reports to the ROFS Division and is responsible for the porting/recoding/re-engineering/development of the operational procedures in the frame of the ocean forecasting systems. He/She will also support their monitoring and the management of the internal and external data repository.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Junior Operations Software Engineer will support the ROFS Division activities, with:

• Implementation, maintenance, porting, monitoring, and recovery of all the operational chains (including operational validation and visualization systems).
• Tracking failures of operational chains as well as their solution and type of intervention by implementing automatic recovery procedures.
• Ensure consistency checks of operational input and output data.