Machine Learning Engineer for Next Generation Triggers (NGT) (IT-CD-PI-2026-177-LD) — CERN
- Location
- Genève
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
Role overview
Introduction
You will develop and operate CERN's next-generation machine learning platform, enabling scientists and engineers to train, deploy and manage AI workloads at scale.
Working with cutting-edge technologies including Kubernetes, GPUs and cloud-native tools, you will help build the infrastructure supporting machine learning for the High-Luminosity LHC. Functions:
- Introduction:
- You will develop and operate CERN's next-generation machine learning platform, enabling scientists and engineers to train, deploy and manage AI workloads at scale.
Application process
- Knowledge and application of software life-cycle tools and procedures. Behavioural competencies:
- Working in Teams: working well in groups and readily fitting into a team; participating fully and taking an active role in team activities.
- Solving Problems: addressing complex problems by breaking them down into manageable components.
- Managing Self: taking initiative beyond regular tasks and making things happen.
- Building Relationships: showing appreciation for the ideas and contributions of others and encourages others to express their views, even if controversial. Language skills:
- Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French. Eligibility and closing date:
- We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States .
- This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 11.09.2026 at 23:59 CEST. Employment Conditions:
Company and context
- Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization.
- Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success.
- Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization. Job grade: 6-7 Job reference: IT-CD-PI-2026-177-LD Field of work: Software Engineering and IT Benchmark Job Title: Computing Engineer Global Benefits
- A competitive salary (tax free), increasing in line with your years of relevant experience.
- 30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
- Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
- Family, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances.
- A relocation package (installation grant, removal, travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.
- Possibility to extend your contract up to 8 years + eligibility for indefinite contract tenure.
- At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, we are pushing the frontiers of science and technology.
Additional details
- Working with cutting-edge technologies including Kubernetes, GPUs and cloud-native tools, you will help build the infrastructure supporting machine learning for the High-Luminosity LHC.
- Master's Degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Computing Engineering or a related field.
- Enthusiasm for learning new technologies and contributing to cutting-edge scientific computing is essential. Technical competencies:
- Identification and selection of relevant emerging ICT technologies.
- Knowledge and application of software life-cycle tools and procedures. Behavioural competencies:
- Building Relationships: showing appreciation for the ideas and contributions of others and encourages others to express their views, even if controversial.
- Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French. Eligibility and closing date:
- This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 11.09.2026 at 23:59 CEST. Employment Conditions:
- Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position. Working Hours: 40 hours per week Job Flexibility: Hybrid This position involves:
- Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization. Job reference: IT-CD-PI-2026-177-LD Field of work: Software Engineering and IT Benchmark Job Title: Computing Engineer
Notes and original content
- Experience:
- Enthusiasm for learning new technologies and contributing to cutting-edge scientific computing is essential.
- Technical competencies:
- Knowledge and application of software life-cycle tools and procedures.
- Behavioural competencies:
- Language skills:
- Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.
- Eligibility and closing date:
- This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 11.09.2026 at 23:59 CEST.
- Employment Conditions:
Questions about this listing
What salary does CERN offer for this role?
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Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does CERN offer?
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