Data Engineer for CERN’s Corporate Information Systems

Big Science Sweden; Genf; On-site; CHF 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Science Sweden is hiring a Data Engineer for CERN’s Corporate Information Systems in Geneva, Switzerland. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree with 2-6 years of experience or a PhD (max 3 years of experience) and demonstrates expertise in data modeling, building data pipelines, and optimizing database queries. This role offers a chance to work with an agile team to reshape CERN's data platform. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply before the deadline on January 4, 2026.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 2-6 years of experience or PhD with max 3 years.
• Experience in data engineering tasks is crucial.
• Must have a solid understanding of data modeling and architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust data pipelines.
• Optimize database queries for performance.
• Integrate diverse data sources into the platform.

Skills

Data modeling

Robust data pipeline design

Database optimization

Data integration

Event-driven systems configuration

Education

Master's degree

PhD

Job description

Data Engineer for CERN’s Corporate Information Systems

Datum: 4 januari, 2026 Tid: 11:59

Placering: CERN

Mer information

Are you an experienced and motivated data engineer with a passion for data modeling and modern data architectures? We are currently rebuilding our data platform from the ground up, and we’re looking for someone who can help shape its future. If you’re at ease designing and implementing robust data pipelines, optimizing database queries, integrating diverse data sources, and configuring messaging/event-driven systems, then this is your opportunity. Join an agile team of talented software developers and contribute to application software for CERN’s Corporate Information Systems.

Be sure to meet the eligibility criteria

• By the application deadline, you have a master’s degree with 2 to 6 years of professional experience since graduation or a PhD with a maximum of 3 years of professional experience since graduation. You are not eligible with only a bachelor’s degree.
• You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
• Please pay attention to the additional criteria and requirements for this specific position and mentioned above.