Scientific Programmer

We are currently looking for a Scientific Programmer to join the team in Eindhoven.

Are you ready to use your programming skills to bridge the gap between academic research and practical industry solutions?

As a Scientific Programmer, your role will be central to converting complex research concepts into usable, efficient software tools and prototypes. This is a role for someone who is self-driven and excels at autonomous problem-solving—if you enjoy taking initiative and shaping technical solutions from a high-level scenario, you’ll fit right in!

Job details

Main responsibilities

• Develop and implement tooling solutions that integrate seamlessly with engineering environments.
• Create demonstrators and prototypes from scratch using various technologies.
• Analyze needs and select appropriate technologies for each project.
• Design and develop software solutions that enhance product development cycles at various stages.
• Demonstrate a high level of professional coding proficiency, with strong familiarity with coding standards and best practices.
• Identify and resolve technical debt.
• Experience in creating and driving technical improvement roadmaps is highly desirable.
• Understand, integrate, and implement academic research results into practical, scalable industry solutions.
• Collaborate with research fellows, team members, and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Continuously evaluate and improve existing tools and methodologies.
• Stay up to date with the latest technological advancements, academic research, and industry trends.
• Work independently by interpreting scenarios and deriving the necessary technical actions without relying on detailed technical requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in scientific programming and software development.
• Strong proficiency in multiple programming languages and technologies, including:
  • Proficiency in Java, C++, and Python, with demonstrated experience of using these languages in production.
  • Familiarity with one or more Domain-Specific Language (DSL) technologies such as Xtext, Xtend, Lark, or Langium.
  • Exposure to modeling formalisms (state machines, Petri nets) and logic-based languages such as Z3, OCL, and Prolog.
  • Working knowledge of web technologies such as HTML, JavaScript/Typescript, React, etc. is a plus.
• Experience in creating prototypes and demonstrators from concept to implementation.
• Solid understanding of software development life cycles and best practices.
• Ability to understand and apply academic research results to practical industry solutions.
• Familiarity with high-tech industry product development processes is a plus.

Competencies & Soft Skills

• Adaptability to work with various technologies and programming environments.
• Creativity in approaching complex problems and developing innovative solutions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Proactive mindset and willingness to take initiative on projects.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Enthusiasm for bridging the gap between academic research and industry applications.

Our story

At S[&]T we contribute to a safer life on earth by translating space data into valuable and actionable insights. We oversee data from instruments to application, and apply our expertise within our software frameworks, information products and consultancy.

Our society relies on space and scientific instruments for climate change monitoring, navigation, defence and national security, and other crucial services we all use in our daily lives. These instruments produce an enormous quantity of complex data, and our goal is to unlock its value.

We have more than 20 years of experience working on instrument calibration, the creation of data quality monitoring tools, the development of real-time data processing frameworks, and the development of application-specific algorithms. With this, we help organisations, governments and industries to strengthen their information position and thereby improve their decision making. We focus on the following domains: Space & Science, Defence & Security, Environment & Sustainability, and High-Tech Consulting.