Research Engineer in Computer Science and Software Development

Totalförsvarets Forskningsinstitut, Foi · Vollzeit

Olaus Magnus väg, Universitetsområdet, LINKÖPING, Schweden

Do you have a strong interest in computer science and software development, and do you want to apply this knowledge to strengthen Sweden's security? Do you thrive in an environment where collaboration, curiosity, and problem-solving are in focus? Then FOI could be your new workplace! We offer a balanced work life, a developmental work environment, and work that is important to society! About the Position As a research engineer in computer science and software development, you will be part of the entire development chain of the unit's simulation environments, which will contribute to our ability to analyze and evaluate current and future systems' electromagnetic warfare properties. An ability that strengthens Sweden's security and the Armed Forces' capabilities. You will work with programming various applications and code libraries, designing and implementing graphical user interfaces, and facilitating communication between hardware to enable simulations and further development of simulation methodologies. You will also participate in data analysis for the advancement of data presentation and visualization. As a research engineer, you will work in one or more project groups, both individually and in teams. With us, you have the opportunity to use both your practical and theoretical knowledge to solve interesting problems and tasks together with colleagues and clients. To thrive in this role, you should appreciate practical work in laboratory environments and in the field. With us, you will develop your expertise. This occurs both within the framework of project activities and through individually tailored competence development based on your and the organization's needs. About the Unit You will be part of the Material-Near Electromagnetic Warfare Analysis unit, which belongs to the Electromagnetic Warfare department. The unit conducts applied research and methodology development related to material-near analysis of sensor and electromagnetic warfare systems operating within the electromagnetic spectrum. We work, among other things, with developing, deploying, and maintaining hardware-close simulation environments used to answer questions and meet the needs of the Armed Forces and FMV. Operations are largely experimentally oriented, with work carried out both in laboratories and in the field, in close cooperation with our clients. Do you have the competency profile we need? Requirements We are looking for you who: - Hold a Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, or an equivalent relevant field. - Have practical experience with programming, for example Python, C, C++, or VHDL. - Have practical experience working with networks where programs and hardware can communicate with low latency. - Are familiar with software development via git. - Have practical experience with data visualization and analysis. - Have good ability to express yourself in speech and writing in both Swedish and English. - Have good practical skills and a strong interest in technology and experimental work. Beyond your formal qualifications, we place great importance on your personal qualities. We are looking for someone with good collaboration skills. You are proactive and can independently and methodically solve work tasks and deliver results on time to our clients. Meritorious It is meritorious if you have current experience in one or more of the following areas: - Programming of control systems. - Design and implementation of graphical user interfaces and/or code libraries. - GPU programming for scene generation in Vulkan/VulkanSceneGraph or other graphics APIs. - FPGA programming of real-time systems. - Build systems CMake or Meson. - Build and packaging system Nix. - Experimental and/or test operations. - Hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) simulation. - Development of larger open-source projects, particularly nixpkgs. - Defense, defense-related research, or defense industry. - Category B driver's license. What Do We Offer You? The Swedish Defence Research Agency (FOI) is a government agency that conducts world-leading research in defense and security to support Sweden's military and civil defense. We offer a unique workplace where you have the opportunity to work with what matters for total defense and society as a whole. The research is applied both within defense authorities and among civilian actors and plays a crucial role in building a relevant and effective defense capability. We work consciously for a good work environment with a good balance between work and personal life. In addition, we offer a range of benefits. Read more about what it's like to work with us: https://www.foi.se/jobba-hos-oss.html The position is a permanent employment that may be initiated with a six-month probationary period. Would you like to be part of finding answers for a more secure world? Welcome to submit your application in the form of a CV and personal letter via the application button no later than September 30, 2026. For more information about the position, you are welcome to contact Peter I Johansson. Trade union representatives are Jonny Genzel (Saco-S) and Pernilla Bergfeldt (OFR/S – ST). All can be reached at 08-555 030 00. Since the position is classified in a security class, Swedish citizenship is required. A security vetting with registry check will be conducted before employment in accordance with the Security Protection Act (2018:585). For the security vetting, certified copies of relevant education and service certificates for the position will be requested. FOI is a government agency, whereby submitted application documents become public record that can be released to third parties upon request in accordance with the Public Access to Information and Secrecy Act. Offers from recruitment firms are not welcome.