CMCC Position cod. 12734
Operations & DevOps Software Engineer
Deadline: July 31st, 2025
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 Operations & DevOps Software Engineer to support the activities of our ocean forecasting systems.
The job location isLecce, 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.
To learn more about this opportunity and submit your application, please refer to the following:
ROLE
The Operations & DevOps Software Engineer will be responsible for the operational procedures in the frame of the ocean forecasting systems and will also support their monitoring and the management of the internal and external data repository.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Operations & DevOps 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);
* ensure consistency checks of operational input and output data;
* design and development of Automatic Monitoring and Alerting System of operational chains;
* design and development of automatic procedure to check consistency of operational input and output data;
* build CI/CD pipeline for automatic deploy and installation of new operational chains;
* develop Automatic disaster recovery actions in case of fail of operational chain.
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., P hysics, M athematics);
* Good knowledge of Linux operating system and command line interface;
* Proficiency in one or more scripting languages ( i.e., Python, Bash, Go, ...) ;
* 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 (i.e. Cylc, Luigi)
* Experience in managing/manipulating NetCDF data (i.e. NCO, CDO routines)
* Experience on containerization tools (Docker, Singularity )
* System administration and DevOps
* Fluency in English .
DURATION, COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
* Please note that this opportunity will be issued both internally and externally.
* The Operations & DevOps Software Engineer will be based in Lecce CMCC office.
* The appointment period will be initially of 24 months starting from as soon as possible, with a gross annual salary range of 25-40K Euros.
* Welfare package, for minimum 12 months contract.
* Flexible working time as per internal policies.
* Support during the immigration process, if needed.
PROTECTED CATEGORY
Belonging to legally protected categories (ex L. 68/99) will constitute a preferential condition.
Some fiscal benefits could be applied for repatriated workers or foreign researchers/professors, having the requirements defined by Dlgs 147/2015 (for repatriates) or Dl 78/2010 (for foreigners).
CMCC is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status, and other legally protected characteristics. Please omit from your CV any data you or we might consider discriminatory.
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