Company Description
At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature. Find out more on http://home.cern.
Job Description
Introduction
The Communication Systems (CS) Group in CERNโs Information Technology (IT) Department is responsible for high-performance networks supporting CERNโs accelerators, experiments and physics programme. These networks include a mission-critical network for the accelerator infrastructure, two high-capacity datacentre networks with multiple high-bandwidth links to GรANT, ESnet and our international partners, together with a campus network including a controller-based Wi-Fi system with over 5,000 access points supporting up to 10,000 simultaneous devices and fully integrated with eduroam.
Do you have the networking engineering experience to help us develop these networks to meet our future challenges? We are particularly keen to hear from people with experience in designing and operating Wi-Fi infrastructures.
Functions
As a Computing Engineer in the Communication Systems Group within the IT Department, you will:
participate in the operation and development of CERNโs network infrastructures;implement or propose developments leading to simplified and scalable operation of the networks;interpret usersโ needs, design suitable connectivity solutions and oversee their proper implementation;provide expert advice for debugging and troubleshooting complex problems;follow-up technical issues and feature requests with equipment vendors, ensuring CERNโs interests and needs are adequately met.Qualifications
Master's degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Computer Science or a related field.
Experience:
The experience required for this post is:
Proven experience designing and operating campus or data centre networks at scale; experience designing and managing wireless networks at scale for both low- and high-density areas would be a significant advantage;Experience debugging and troubleshooting networking issues, from the physical layer to routing protocols running on equipment and including, if relevant, experience troubleshooting Wi-Fi related radio-frequency issues;Experience in maintaining regular interactions and relationships with manufacturers;Experience in software development and knowledge of scripting languages (i.e. Python or Perl) would be a plus.Technical competencies:
Administration of networksKnowledge of communication technologies and protocolsDesign of data networks Knowledge of deployment and maintenance of radio frequency systemsBehavioural competencies:
Language skills:
Spoken and written English: ability to draw-up technical specifications and/or scientific reports and to make oral presentations in English. The willingness to learn French would be an advantage.
Additional Information
Eligibility and closing date:
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. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States.
Employment Conditions
Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.
These functions require:
Work in Radiation Areas.Interventions in underground installations.A valid driving licence.Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization.This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 15.09.2024.
Job grade: 6-7
Job reference: IT-CS-NE-2024-121-LD
Benchmark Job Title: Computing Engineer