Created in 2005 by the Generalitat de Catalunya (Government of Catalonia) and the University of Barcelona, IRB Barcelona is a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence—a seal that was awarded in 2011.

The institute is devoted to conducting research of excellence in biomedicine and to transferring results to clinical practice, thus improving people’s quality of life, while simultaneously promoting the training of outstanding researchers, technology transfer, and public communication of science. Its 29 laboratories and seven core facilities address basic questions in biology and are orientated to diseases such as cancer, metastasis, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and rare conditions.

IRB Barcelona is an international centre that hosts 500 members and 45 nationalities. It is located in the Barcelona Science Park. IRB Barcelona forms part of the Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) and the “Xarxa de Centres de Recerca de Catalunya” (CERCA).

Your Role & Our Team

IRB Barcelona is seeking a Software Engineer to join the Information Technology and Services Department. This position focuses on the development and optimization of technological solutions for both the scientific field and the administrative and operational management of the institute.

The candidate will contribute to the digitalization of processes, the development of software tools, and the integration of artificial intelligence-based solutions to improve efficiency in biomedical research and the general management of IRB Barcelona.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize applications for remote scientific visualization.
• Implement automation solutions for data management and process optimization in computing infrastructures.
• Collaborate with researchers and technical teams to develop interactive tools and advanced visualizations.
• Design efficient and dynamic interfaces using modern frontend and backend technologies.
• Integrate artificial intelligence models and natural language processing into data analysis tools.
• Ensure interoperability of solutions with storage and scientific computing platforms.
• Apply agile methodologies in software development, ensuring continuous delivery and iterative improvement.

You have

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or related fields. Alternatively, a Higher Vocational Training degree with at least one year of software development experience.
• Strong knowledge of Python and JavaScript for application development and process automation.
• Experience in developing web applications and interactive tools.
• Skills in data visualization and remote graphics rendering in scientific environments.
• Ability to work in collaborative and multidisciplinary teams.
• High level of technical English and strong communication skills.

You might also have

• Experience with rapid development tools such as Retool.
• Knowledge of artificial intelligence models and natural language processing, including Mistral, LLaMA, or DeepSeek.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and modern development environments.
• Experience in developing tools for managing scientific and administrative data.

WORKING CONDITIONS & ENTITLEMENTS:

• Working conditions: Employed in compliance with Spanish legislation and regulations under a full-time contract. Employees receive the benefits of the Spanish Social Security system covering sickness, maternity/paternity leaves and injuries at work. 
• International Environment: The opportunity to join a prestigious international research institution and become a member of our administration team.
• Estimated annual gross salary: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Continuous training in a high-quality environment.

HOW TO APPLY & SELECTION PROCESS:

• Deadline for applications: 14/04/2025 (If no suitable candidate is found, the deadline will be extended) 
• Number of positions available: 1
• Selection process:
  • Pre-selection: Will be based on CV, motivation letter & experience,
  • Interviews: Short-listed candidates will be interviewed.
  • Job offer: Will be sent to the successful candidate after the interview. 

Note: The strengths and weaknesses of the applications will be provided upon request.