The Nuclear Energy Agency - Software Engineer

Oecd; Paris; Sur place; EUR 58 000 - 67 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

OECD is seeking a Software Infrastructure Developer for the NEA Data Bank in Paris. You will modernise the CPS workflow, build secure software and database infrastructure, and ensure integration with broader IT systems.

You will implement API-enabled frameworks for nuclear data management and support logging and reporting across CPS distribution activities. You will work with Data Bank colleagues across technical fields, maintain digital services, and re-implement legacy functionality in new

Qualifications

• Two years minimum experience in software development.
• Proven use of CI/CD pipelines, version control, database administration and containerisation.
• Strong communication skills across technical fields.
• Knowledge of nuclear engineering, physics, reactor simulation or nuclear data modelling is advantageous.

Responsabilités

• Develop software infrastructure and modernise CPS workflow for secure, efficient distribution.
• Integrate new software into NEA IT infrastructure and enable logging of CPS distribution activities.
• Maintain Data Bank digital services and re-implement legacy functionality to new languages while preserving business logic.
• Assist in implementing API-enabled frameworks for management of nuclear data and related datasets.
• Engage with Data Bank staff to understand user needs and advise on software and DevOps solutions.
• Report progress to internal and external audiences about NEA Data Bank activities.

Connaissances

Python

Django

FastAPI

Django REST Framework

Linux

Docker

Kubernetes

SQL

Git

GitHub

AI methodologies

Formation

University degree in mathematics, computer science, science, engineering or equivalent

Outils

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

GitHub

Linux

Description du poste

Main Responsibilities

Software Infrastructure Development

Modernise the CPS Workflow: develop a secure, efficient software and database infrastructure to streamline code and benchmark distribution.

Work with NEA colleagues to ensure the effective integration of new software into broader NEA IT infrastructure and facilitate logging and reporting of CPS distribution activities.

Maintain and monitor relevant Data Bank digital services, interfaces and associated infrastructure, applying modern best practices in all areas of your work, including the re-implementation of functionality from legacy codebases to other programming languages while ensuring consistency of business logic and system behaviour.

Assist senior staff with the implementation and maintenance of new API-enabled frameworks for the management of nuclear physics data, nuclear energy experimental data, and other data, as required.

Communication and Liaison

Develop good working relationships and close contacts across the Agency and Data Bank to understand software and database needs across the business and act as a contact point for scientific software solutions.

Work closely with Data Bank staff to understand user needs and advise on software and DevOps solutions.

Report on and present the work of the NEA Data Bank in your area of work to internal and external audiences.

Other

Carry out other related duties as assigned by the Head of the Data Bank.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Academic and Professional Background

An university degree in mathematics, computer science, science, engineering or an equivalent qualification. An advanced degree would be an advantage but is not required.

A minimum of two years of experience in the field of software development.

Proven track record of the effective use of CI/CD pipelines, software version control, database administration and containerisation.

Strong communication skills and a demonstrated capability to work across technical fields.

Knowledge of nuclear engineering, physics, reactor simulation, nuclear data processing or modelling of nuclear systems would be an advantage.

Tools & Technical Skills

Strong expertise with Python and Django, FastAPI and/or Django Rest Framework .

Good knowledge of relational database management and SQL.

Experience with Linux-based Operating Systems.

Familiarity with cloud environments and containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes).

Experience with version control systems and associated platforms (git, GitLab, GitHub).

Knowledge of AI methodologies including LLMs and RAG pipelines would be an advantage.

Core Competencies

OECD staff are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned to six core competencies which will be assessed as part of this hiring process: Vision and Strategy (Level 1); Enable People (Level 1); Ethics and Integrity (Level 1); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 1); Achieve Results (Level 2); Innovate and Embrace Change (Level 1).

To learn more about the definitions for each competency for levels 1-3, please refer to OECD Core Competencies .

Languages

Fluency in one of the two OECD official languages (English and French) and knowledge of the other, with a commitment to reach a good working level.

Closing Date

This vacancy should be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than Sunday 4 October 2026 at 11:59 PM (Paris time).

Contract Duration

24 month fixed-term appointment, with the possibility of renewal to a maximum of 36 months.

What the OECD offers

Monthly salary starts at 5 279.34 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.

Please note that from 1 July 2025, all Official appointments will be made under the OECD's new contractual modalities .

Please note that the appointment may be made at one grade lower in the specified job family, based on the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant.

This vacancy may be used to create a pool of candidates for comparable positions, both for open-ended and fixed-term functions.

Selection Process

For retained candidates, the selection process may include a video-recorded interview, job-based assessment and panel interviews.

The OECD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes the applications of all qualified candidates who are nationals of NEA or OECD member countries , irrespective of their racial or ethnic origin, opinions or beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, health or disabilities.

The OECD promotes an optimal use of resources in order to improve its efficiency and effectiveness. Staff members are encouraged to actively contribute to this goal.