Research Engineer

**Job Reference**: - 636_25_CS_HAM_RE1 **Position**: - Research Engineer - HPC memory systems (RE1) **Closing Date**: - Saturday, 25 October, 2025 **Reference**: 636_25_CS_HAM_RE1 **Job title**: Research Engineer - HPC memory systems (RE1) **About BSC** - The Barcelona Supercomputing Center - Centro Nacional de Supercomputación (BSC-CNS) is the leading supercomputing center in Spain. It houses MareNostrum, one of the most powerful supercomputers in Europe, was a founding and hosting member of the former European HPC infrastructure PRACE (Partnership for Advanced Computing in Europe), and is now hosting entity for EuroHPC JU, the Joint Undertaking that leads large-scale investments and HPC provision in Europe. The mission of BSC is to research, develop and manage information technologies in order to facilitate scientific progress. BSC combines HPC service provision and R&D into both computer and computational science (life, earth and engineering sciences) under one roof, and currently has over 1000 staff from 60 countries. Look at the BSC experience: BSC-CNS YouTube Channel Let's stay connected with BSC Folks We promote Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, fostering an environment where each and every one of us is appreciated for who we are, regardless of our differences. **Context And Mission** The performance of AI models is typically limited by the memory wall. In this project, we aim to (re)move this wall by designing memory systems tailored to the requirements of AI models. We will explore systems based on HBM, DDR, GDDR devices, and Compute Express Link (CXL) memory expanders. Additionally, we will consider near-data processing architectures that offload part of the CPU/GPU processing to the memory system. The project is conducted in close collaboration with a major memory manufacturer. Most of the development will take place on high-end hardware products and industrial prototypes. **Key Duties** - Prototyping of industrial products and tools. - Benchmarking and performance analysis of high-end hardware products and industrial prototypes. - Close interaction and reporting to industrial partners **Requirements**: - Education - BSc or MSc in Computer Science - Essential Knowledge and Professional Experience - Good knowledge of computer architecture - Experience with Unix/Linux environments - Programming languages: C/C++, Python - Experience with profiling tools: Hardware counters, PAPI interface - Additional Knowledge and Professional Experience - Understanding of memory systems and memory technologies (e.g. DRAM, HBM) is a plus - Experience with hardware/system simulators is a plus - Fluency in English is essential - Competences - Good written and verbal communication skills - Ability to take initiative **Conditions** - The position will be located at BSC within the Computer Sciences Department - We offer a part-time contract (26.25h/week), a good working environment, a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructure, flexible working hours, extensive training plan, private health insurance, support to the relocation procedures - Duration: Open-ended contract due to technical and scientific activities linked to the project and budget duration - Holidays: 23 paid vacation days plus 24th and 31st of December per our collective agreement - Starting date: 1/Dec/2025 **Applications procedure and process** - A full CV in English including contact details - A cover/motivation letter with a statement of interest in English, clearly specifying for which specific area and topics the applicant wishes to be considered. Additionally, two references for further contacts must be included. Applications without this document will not be considered. **Development of the recruitment process** The selection will be carried out through a competitive examination system ("Concurso-Oposición"). The recruitment process consists of two phases: - **Curriculum Analysis**: Evaluation of previous experience and/or scientific history, degree, training, and other professional information relevant to the position. - **_40 points_**: The recruitment panel will be composed of at least three people, ensuring at least 25% representation of women. The panel will make a final decision, and all individuals who participated in the interview phase will receive feedback with details on the acceptance or rejection of their profile. At BSC, we seek continuous improvement in our recruitment processes. For any suggestions or comments/complaints about our recruitment processes, please contact recruitment [at] bsc [dot] es. For more information, please follow this link. **Deadline** **OTM-R principles for selection processes** BSC-CNS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protec