We are seeking ambitious professionals from a wide range of disciplines who are excited by the opportunity to contribute to the future of science in Europe. The ESS accelerator, target, and experimental facilities are located in the vibrant university city of Lund, Sweden, while our Data Management and Software Centre (DMSC) is based in Kongens Lyngby (North of Copenhagen), Denmark.

ESS is seeking a Scientific HPC System Officer to join the Data Systems and Technology Group in Copenhagen.

About the team

The Data Systems and Technology Group is responsible for designing, deploying, operating, and continuously developing the infrastructure that supports the storage, processing, and management of the scientific data generated at ESS. The team plays a critical role in ensuring reliable, secure, and scalable computing services for one of the world's leading research facilities.

About the role

As our future Scientific HPC System Officer, you will apply advanced technical expertise to support and further develop ESS's scientific computing infrastructure. You will work independently on complex technical challenges, contribute to strategic infrastructure initiatives, and act as a trusted resource within your area of expertise.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Driving the deployment of new IT hardware and services supporting scientific computing and data-intensive research;
• Developing, maintaining, and improving automation and deployment scripts for infrastructure and services;
• Contributing to the design, implementation, and evolution of scientific computing infrastructure for a large-scale international research facility;
• Managing technical projects and infrastructure initiatives with a high degree of independence;
• Investigating, analysing, and resolving complex technical issues where standard solutions may not always exist;
• Acting as a technical point of contact within your area of expertise and providing guidance to colleagues and stakeholders;
• Monitoring, investigating, and reporting hardware, service, and infrastructure-related incidents;
• Identifying, assessing, and reporting information security risks and incidents;
• Contributing to process improvements, operational best practices, and the development of technical procedures and standards;
• Supporting knowledge sharing and providing guidance to junior scientists and engineers.

This is a permanent, full-time position based at DTU in Kongens Lyngby, Denmark. The position is available as soon as possible