R&D in Software Satellite Simulation

About the SnT...

SnT is a leading international research and innovation centre in secure, reliable and trustworthy ICT systems and services. We play an instrumental role in Luxembourg by fueling innovation through research partnerships with industry, boosting R&D investments leading to economic growth, and attracting highly qualified talent.

SnT is active in several national projects funded by National Research Fund (FNR) and local industries, and international research projects funded by the EU FP7 programme, H2020 programme and the European Space Agency (ESA). For further information, you may check: www.securityandtrust.lu

The SigCom research group carries out research activities in the areas of signal processing for wireless communication systems including satellite communications and radar systems and is currently expanding its research activities in exploring several emerging use cases of next generation wireless communications systems. For details, you may refer to the following: https://wwwen.uni.lu/snt/research/sigcom.

The University of Luxembourg is seeking to hire a highly motivated and an outstanding engineer in the area of Software Satellite Simulation using Julia Programming Language for its Interdisciplinary Centre of Security and Trust (SnT), within the Signal Processing and Communications (SigCom) research group, led by Prof. Björn Ottersten and Prof. Symeon Chatzinotas.

We're looking for people driven by excellence, excited about innovation, and looking to make a difference. If this sounds like you, you've come to the right place!

Your Role...

As a Research & Development Specialist in Software Satellite Simulation, you will play a crucial role in designing and developing an end-to-end SW simulator in Julia programming language, implementing the physical (PHY) layer of satellite communication systems. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and researchers to push the boundaries of what is possible with satellite communications.

• Contributing to research and development projects in the fields of: 5G/6G Non-Terrestrial Networks, DVB-S2X, and DVB-RCS2 satellite communications waveforms 
• Design and develop software simulators using the Julia and C++ programming languages
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, and maintenance
• Participate in the implementation of control, networking, and signal processing algorithms (including synchronization algorithms) for the JuliaSatSim project within the 6GSPACE Lab (https://6gspacelab.uni.lu/)
• Contributing to the dissemination of the research results
• Preparing new research proposals to attract industrial, national and European projects
• Collaborate in ongoing ESA, European, and national projects
• Assisting in the organization of relevant workshops and demonstrations

For further information, please contact: Dr. Jorge Querol ()

Your Profile...

The candidate should possess at least a MSc degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics or affine, with a proven record of accomplishment in the area of software simulation for communications systems. PhDs are also welcome.

• At least 3 years of experience in Julia and/or C++ programming in industry or publicly funded research projects
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and numerical methods
• Experience with Julia's ecosystem, including packages like DataFrames, JuMP, Flux, and others
• Familiarity with other programming languages such as Python, R, or MATLAB is a plus
• Knowledge of software development best practices, including version control (e.g. git), testing, and continuous integration
• Knowledge of Communications and Networking standards (3GPP, DVB) would be a benefit
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Here's what awaits you at SnT...

• Exciting infrastructures and unique labs. At SnT's two campuses, our researchers can take a walk on the moon at the LunaLab, build a nanosatellite, or help make autonomous vehicles even better.
• The right place for IMPACT. SnT researchers engage in demand-driven projects. Through our Partnership Programme, we work on projects with more than 55 industry partners.
• Be part of a multicultural family. At SnT we have more than 60 nationalities. Throughout the year, we organise team-building events, networking activities and more.
• Work on groundbreaking projects that shape the future of satellite communications technology.

Find out more about us!

How to apply...

Applications should be in English and include:

• Curriculum Vitae, including:
  • Contact address
  • For each degree received or currently enrolled in, provide the degree, institution name, institution city and country, and start date and date (or expected date) of graduation. Include the title and short summary of your MSc Thesis and supervisor name.
  • Name, affiliation and contact details of three referees
• Cover letter with motivations and topics of particular interest to the candidate (approx. 1 page)

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.

The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.

General information:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 24 Month (which may be extended up to five years)
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Campus Kirchberg
• Internal Title: Research and development specialist
• Job Reference: UOL06526