Program Development Associate (f/m/d)

at  LeibnizRechenzentrum LRZ der Bayerischen Akademie der Wissenschaften

LOOKING FOR A PLACE AT THE CUTTING-EDGE OF SUPERCOMPUTING TO GROW YOUR CAREER? THEN READ ON!

The Quantum Computing and Technologies Department (QCT) at LRZ is a multidisciplinary team –
among us computer scientists, quantum physicists, electrical engineers, and software developers – re-
searching, advancing and providing quantum computing technologies for local and international ad-
vanced computing communities. Our QCT team provides scientific users with a broad portfolio of quan-
tum resources and services, including: access to quantum simulators, remote and on-premise quantum
systems, development environment tools, scientific consultancy, and education/training. A main focus
of our team is the research and development of system software, novel hardware architecture and dy-
namic, data-driven operations in order to integrate quantum computing as accelerators for next- gener-
ation high-performance computing (HPC) systems. Read more at quantum.lrz.de.
As a member of the LRZ Q-Crew in this role, you’re a pivotal part of the team facilitating the success of
LRZ’s quantum program. You will assist the department head and the program development team with
a myriad of tasks involving the plan, operations and execution of a large research science portfolio. Your
work will directly impact Bavaria’s efforts as a global quantum hotspot for innovative scientific discover-
ies achievable with quantum-accelerated supercomputing.
We’re actively seeking a doer and achiever as:

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS, YOU HAVE:

• Bachelor’s degree or comparable qualification, ideally from a technical field
• Proven 2+ years professional experience in the fields listed above
• Have a good understanding of workflow in the public service of Germany
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy; highly and consistently organized
• Strong sense of customer service, able to represent yourself and your organization profession-

ally

• Ability to solve problems and challenges creatively and independently
• Able to work comfortably in an agile environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Very good knowledge of digital productivity tools (wikis, etc.) and ability to learn new IT tools

when needed.

• Able to work with multiple tasks and under competing demands and deadlines
• Very good business German and English; good German is key to succeed in this position
• Able to share experiences and actively track and implement process improvement of your own

work and that of the team

• Able to work very well as a member of a team focused on mutual respect and inclusion of

various ideas, backgrounds and perspectives.

BENEFITS

e.g. bus and subway (U6) on the doorstep, free parking, pen-
sion plan of the Versorgungsanstalt des Bundes und der Län-
der (VBL), state-of-the-art work equipment
What can you find with us?
Are you looking for a multifaceted and intellectually stimulating position in a dynamic, cooperative and
innovative work environment? Then LRZ is the place to be for you! Here at LRZ a collegial, appreciative
work environment meets an international crowd of experts who work together to advance IT services for
ground-breaking research. We offer flexible work schemes for an optimal work-life balance. Our staff
values their creative leeway. As an institute of the Bavarian Academy of Science and Humanities we
offer all the benefits of public service. And of course, no wishes remain unfulfilled at the LRZ in terms of
technical equipment. We share experiences, constantly review and improve our processes, and are
proud that our service-quality and data-security are regularly certified and rated highly.
We actively promote diversity and welcome applications from talented individuals, regardless of cultural
background, nationality, ethnicity, gender and sexual identity, physical abilities, religion and age. We
give priority to applications from people with disabilities who are equally qualified (SGB IX).

THE LRZ IN A NUTSHELL:

Since 1962, Bavarian universities and research institutions have relied on
the IT expertise of the Leibniz Supercomputing Centre of the Bavarian
Academy of Sciences and Humanities. When it comes to the digital trans-
formation of science, we are traditionally ahead of the game.
We are looking forward to receiving your complete application documents. Please provide a cover let-
ter, CV and certificates in a single PDF file via e-mail. IMPORTANT: submissions not providing the
documents requested will not be reviewed. Qualified applicants will be interviewed as submissions are
received. Please submit by latest 30.04.2024:
E-Mail: jobs@lrz.de
Subject: QC-PDA (2024/20)
Are you unsure whether the job suits you or you suit us? Or do you still have questions about this po-
sition? Our colleagues will be happy to answer all your questions at the above e-mail address.
Interested, but this job doesn’t quite fit you? Then take a look at https://www.lrz.de/wir/stellen/ or send
us an unsolicited application!
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