At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. They use the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments to study the basic constituents of matter, the fundamental particles. The particles are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives the physicists clues about how the particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature.
DAQ Specialist/Engineer Job Description
Functions
As a DAQ Specialist/Engineer for the Trigger and Data Acquisition system of the ATLAS experiment, you will work on the operation and maintenance of the existing data-conveyance infrastructure, as well as on all stages of future upgrades, from R&D through to implementation and commissioning. You will more specifically:
- Take part in the operation and maintenance of the ReadOut and DataFlow hardware and software infrastructures. This involves the active follow-up of operational problems and requirements, including performance and reliability reach.
- Contribute to the hardware upkeep, replacement and upgrade of DAQ components. This involves hardware evaluation and testing, and fostering contacts with major IT manufacturers. You will participate in the installation and (de-) commissioning of large computing infrastructures.
- Take on responsibilities in ATLAS data-acquisition software, in particular concerning the specification, design and implementation of the next-generation data-conveyance infrastructure. This requires selecting and introducing designs and software technologies capable of meeting current and future performance requirements.
- In due time, investigate, evaluate and propose new architectural and technological solutions for data acquisition in the context of the experiment's Phase-I (2019) and Phase-II (2024) upgrades.
- Participate in a team of DAQ experts that assures the smooth functioning of the DAQ system 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and supports its integration with other ATLAS sub-systems.
DAQ Specialist/Engineer Job Requirements
Qualification required
Master's degree in the field of Physics, Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent.
Experience and competencies
The experience required for this post is:
- Proven experience with multi-threading, parallel and networking programming techniques in C++, on distributed systems.
- Good knowledge in the use of tools and methods that support all phases of the software lifecycle, in particular design, coding, testing, on the Linux Operating System.
- Experience with performance tuning and optimization, especially oriented towards data throughput on networked systems.
- Practical knowledge of computing hardware and architectures and networking equipment.
- Experience in the operation of large and distributed DAQ systems and their data-conveyance sub-systems.
- Experience in the context of a large-scale computing organisation or High-Energy Physics experiment would provide a distinct advantage.
The technical competencies required for this post are:- Operation and maintenance of data acquisition systems.
- Programming/Software development: solid knowledge of C++; solid knowledge of the linux operating system environment; knowledge of python scripting.
- Systems installation/decommissioning: ability to plan and carry out installations within large computing systems.
- Systems integration: including integration of software and hardware components.
- Emerging technology monitoring.
The language competencies required are:- English or French: spoken and written, with the ability to draw-up technical specifications and/or scientific reports, and/or to make oral presentations. The ability to understand and speak the other language in professional contexts would be an advantage.
DAQ Specialist/Engineer Application Information
Eligibility conditions
Employing a diverse and international workforce is a CERN core value and central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States irrespective of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or personal situation.
This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 28.02.2016.
By applying here, you allow CERN to consider your application for any position it considers relevant with respect to your profile. Please ensure you update your profile regularly with any relevant information and that you inform the recruitment service if you wish your file to be removed from the database.
Note on Employment Conditions
We offer a limited-duration contract for a period of 5 years. Limited-duration contracts shall terminate by default on their date of expiry.
Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.
These functions require:
- Work during nights, Sundays and public holidays.
- Work in Radiation Areas.
- Interventions in underground installations.
DAQ Specialist/Engineer Summary
| Education Backgrounds: |
Mathematics
Software Engineering
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| Specialties: |
Algorithms
Programming
Software Design
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| Education Level: |
Undergraduate (Bachelors)
Postgraduate (Masters)
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| Experience: |
10 - 15 years
2 - 5 years
5 - 10 Years
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| Languages spoken: |
English
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| Job Location: |
Geneva, , Switzerland |
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