Research Software Engineer

Salary: $120,000 - 120,000 per year Requirements:

• Advanced degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Experience developing and optimizing scientific software, including for high-performance computing systems.
• Experience with GPU programming.
• Strong programming skills, particularly in modern languages such as Python and C++.
• Demonstrated ability to work in high-performance computing environments, especially massively parallel systems.
• Knowledge of modern software development practices, including version control, continuous integration, and documentation tools.
• Preferred: Experience with large parallel supercomputing systems at national or regional centers.
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods.
• Please submit a cover letter with your resume.

• Create, update, and maintain software for new and ongoing research in astrophysics and particle physics.
• Advise researchers on high-performance computing, including code optimization, parallelization approaches, and the use of external libraries.
• Establish and maintain code management and support procedures aligned with modern software development practices.
• Consult with scientists who need guidance on high-performance computing.
• Collaborate with faculty on research and contribute expertise in high-performance computing, supporting research projects through the development and maintenance of optimized, stable software.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Chief Information Officer.

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We are the Institute for Advanced Study, an institution founded in 1930 to protect and promote independent inquiry and academic freedom. Our permanent Faculty and visiting researchers, known as Members, determine the direction of their study, supported by philanthropy and endowment income. Our community includes Nobel Laureates, Fields Medalists, Abel Prize Laureates, MacArthur Fellows, and Wolf Prize winners. This Research Software Engineer role reports to our Chief Information Officer and primarily supports scientists in astrophysics and particle physics. The anticipated annual salary is $120,000. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; flexible spending accounts; paid holidays and time off; tuition assistance; retirement plans; and an employee assistance program. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

last updated 41 week of 2026