The BOKU Core Facilities, Core Facility Bioinformatics is currently seeking a Research Data Infrastructure Engineer (Reference code 212). The role is a full‑time position based in 1190 Vienna. The appointment starts on 1 December 2025 and ends on 2 May 2028. The gross monthly salary is €3,390.30 (payable 14 times per year). The position is allocated to job group IVa under the collective agreement for university staff.
Responsibilities
* Plan, coordinate, implement and deploy research data management (RDM) tools and services across the entire data life cycle.
* Expand and integrate digital services enabling the processing and analysis of diverse data types, ensuring interoperability and automation.
* Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code and GitOps practices for reproducible deployment of applications, services and storage solutions.
* Containerize research applications and services using Docker, Singularity/Apptainer and deploy on Kubernetes clusters or other container orchestration frameworks.
* Implement, manage and extend open‑source solutions for high‑performance computing and data management (e.g. iRODS, Galaxy, electronic lab notebooks).
* Design and develop APIs for automation, integration and interoperability with existing IT systems.
* Work closely with BOKU‑IT and the Research Support, Innovation & Technology Transfer teams to implement authentication, encryption and monitoring solutions, and to establish backup and disaster‑recovery strategies for critical data and services.
* Procure, deploy and manage hardware and software resources within the university IT ecosystem.
* Provide consulting, training and technical support to researchers, data stewards and IT staff.
* Conduct demonstrations, workshops and hands‑on sessions to facilitate knowledge transfer.
* Document best practices, workflows and technical procedures to support long‑term maintainability.
Desirable skills and qualifications
* Minimum academic qualification: MSc in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience.
* Advanced Linux system administration experience.
* Proficiency with relational databases such as MySQL and PostgreSQL.
* Strong software development skills, including architecture, design, implementation, testing, debugging and code review, primarily in Python (additional languages such as JavaScript are a plus).
* Experience contributing to or managing open‑source software projects.
* Solid understanding of software development best practices and methodologies, including agile project management, test‑driven development, version control and code refactoring.
* Demonstrated ability to gather, document and analyse technical requirements effectively.
* Excellent teamwork, communication and organisational skills.
* Experience with web development and designing web interfaces is advantageous.
* Language skills: fluent in English (spoken and written); knowledge of German is advantageous.
* University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna strongly encourages qualified women to apply. In case of equal qualification, female candidates will be given preference unless specified otherwise. People with disabilities and appropriate qualifications are specifically encouraged to apply.
* Publication date: 13th of October 2025.
Application Procedure
Please send your application, including a motivation letter, CV, any certifications (optional) and at least one reference, to Personnel Management, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Peter‑Jordan‑Straße 70, 1190 Vienna. Email: recruiting@boku.ac.at. The closing date for applications is 3 November 2025.
Reference code: 212.
We regret that we cannot reimburse applicants for travel and lodging expenses incurred for part of the application process.
For more information, visit www.boku.ac.at.
In your application, please refer to myScience.at and reference JobID47390.
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