PhD Student in System Software and Middleware for Autonomous Systems
Research optimization, task scheduling, and platform configuration for autonomous systems at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center.
Best for:Best for master's graduates in computer science with a strong interest in high-performance embedded systems, middleware, and autonomous software frameworks.
Overview
The High-Performance Embedded Systems (HPES) Laboratory at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center invites applications for a PhD student position focused on system software and middleware for autonomous systems. The successful candidate will research techniques to control and optimize task execution within autonomous system frameworks using high-performance devices and middlewares like ROS, ROS2, or CyberRT. Working alongside skilled postdocs, engineers, and students, the researcher will address challenges in platform configuration, task scheduling, and validation within safety-critical domains such as automotive, space, and robotics. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate on bilateral projects with European companies and various European-funded initiatives.
What you'll do
- Conduct software optimization research specifically tailored for autonomous system frameworks.
- Design and evaluate task scheduling strategies for high-performance embedded devices.
- Perform platform configuration analysis to optimize middleware execution for safety-critical applications.
- Participate in validation activities for autonomous system architectures in collaboration with project partners.
- Engage with bilateral industry projects and European-funded research initiatives.
Requirements
Degree required: Master Degree or equivalent
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English proficiency required
Instruction: English
- Background in computer science or autonomic computing
- Experience with system software or middleware environments
- Understanding of task scheduling and software optimization principles
- Hold a Master's degree or equivalent prior to appointment
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-31 (Europe/Madrid)
Interested applicants should visit the application portal link provided to submit their candidate profile and required application materials before the deadline.
- CV
- Academic transcripts
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