CERN Organisation Européenne pour la Recherche Nucléaire
C++ Software Engineer (BE-CSS-DSP-2026-90-GRAP)
📍 Geneva
Role and responsibilities
Learn about the White Rabbit timing system, hardware modules and our real-time software framework for equipment control. Contribute to the design of the new ISOLDE timing system. Develop and commission the timing system. Participate in the design of the software which controls the White Rabbit hardware modules used to synchronise equipment. Develop the software following the design. Contribute to the adaptation of the existing real-time software to the new timing system.
Team / description
At 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. Every 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. If 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!
Qualifications and Skills
Proven experience in C++ development, in a Linux (or Unix-like) environment, including practical experience developing real-time systems.
Experience with low-level development, libraries and kernel modules.
Experience applying software quality assurance techniques and practice with corresponding tools.