Postion Summary:
iThemba LABS seeks to appoint a Software Engineer within Accelerator Operations and Technical Support (ATS) department, under Control Electronics and Software Engineering (CESE) division.
Key Responsibilities:
- Gather user requirements and develop system specifications that includes functional and non-functional requirements for approved projects
- Design, develop and maintain software for the control and monitoring and safety systems of particle accelerators
- Maintain existing legacy software applications and databases based on operating systems, e
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- OS/2, MS-DOS, Windows XPSupport full project and software development life cycle to ensure successful outcomes;Plan and conduct software upgrades on legacy systems
- Design and develop device drivers and APIs for seamless system integrationCompile technical documentation according to project and system engineering plans
- Manage software repositories, archivers and backups
- Provide technical support to internal scientific staff & external scientific users as and when requested
Minimum Qualification:
- Bachelors Degree / Advanced Diploma / NQF 7
Minimum Experience:
- 2-2 years
- NQF7 or higher in computer engineering, electronic engineering or related engineering disciplines
Experience:
- Minimum 2 years working experience in Python or C/C++ within an engineering or research environment
Knowledge:
- Software MaintenanceIn-depth knowledge of at least one programming language (i
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- C/C++ or Python)Experience with Linux operating system or similar variantsUnderstanding of software development processes and principles to ensure high-quality software solutionsKnowledge of control and monitoring systems in an engineering or research environment
- Experience with developing APIs and/or device driversSystems integration Application supportTechnical DocumentationDatabase usagePLC programming and/or knowledge of automation systems advantageous
Additional Notes:
Software Development Life Cycle approachExcellent problem-solving abilitiesCollaborative mindsetAnalytical thinkingAgile approach to system [URL Removed] standby [URL Removed] that all NRF rules and regulations set out in HR, procurement and financial policies and procedures are adhered [URL Removed] NRF website provides more details on the initiatives and activities Applicants should submit a comprehensive CV by registering and apply online through the NRF Recruitment and Selection Portal. Applications should be accompanied by a letter of motivation indicating the applicant·s suitability for the position. The names and contact details of at least three referees should be provided.
Desired Skills:
- Skilled in applied field of position
- Knowledge to be relevant
- Responsible in performing duties
About The Employer:
The National Research Foundation (NRF) supports and promotes research and human capital development through funding, the provision of National Research Facilities and science outreach platforms and programmes to the broader community in all fields of science and technology, including natural sciences, engineering, social sciences and humanities. iThemba LABS is Africa’s leading research facility for accelerator-based science that is committed to advance knowledge, transform lives and inspire the nation. We do this through probing fundamental aspects of nuclear structure, investigating the origins of matter, and advancing humanity’s understanding of condensed matter. In addition, we have a direct societal impact through the provision of radioisotopes for the health sector and a biophysics research program focusing on the impact of radiation on human health, as well as isotope analysis for the environmental sector