Senior Technical Scientist or Technical Scientist in Software Development

Join RIKEN to research and develop next-generation programming environments for high-performance supercomputers and AI applications.

Best for:Best for experienced computational scientists and software engineers with a PhD and expertise in HPC, compilers, and accelerator-based programming environments.

RIKEN · Kobe, Japan · R3 · Established researcher

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High-Performance ComputingCompilersProgramming EnvironmentsAcceleratorsArtificial Intelligence

This is a research staff position — not a PhD studentship.

Deadline

Until filled

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Funding

Salaried

JPY 6000k/yr

Start date

As soon as possible after candidate selection

Fixed-term

Location

Kobe

Japan

Overview

RIKEN's Center for Computational Sciences seeks Senior Technical Scientists or Technical Scientists to join the Software Development Technology Unit within the Operations Technology Division. The appointee will engage in research and development of programming environments, compilers, and tools tailored for advanced accelerator-based computer systems, including the Fugaku-NEXT project. Responsibilities also involve supporting open-source software integration, performance evaluation, and mentoring younger researchers. Candidates should possess a strong background in high-performance computing, compilers, or related systems software.

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What you'll do

Conduct research and development of programming environments for supercomputers, with a focus on accelerator-based architectures including Fugaku-NEXT.
Develop and optimize software tools such as compilers, debuggers, performance profilers, and mathematical or communication libraries.
Drive research and development initiatives leveraging artificial intelligence for software creation and optimization.
Collaborate with internal research teams, other RIKEN centers, and external domestic or international institutions.
Contribute to institutional duties including junior talent development, intern supervision, and technical specification documentation.

Requirements

Degree required: PhD in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience

Language: English or Japanese proficiency sufficient for collaborative research and administration

Instruction: English and Japanese

Required skills

Expertise in computer systems, software development, or high-performance computing
Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research and development in programming environments or compilers
Strong communication and collaborative skills to work effectively with internal and external research partners
For Senior Technical Scientist positions: at least 5 years of relevant professional experience and leadership capability to guide junior staff

Nice to have

Experience working with accelerator architectures such as GPUsFamiliarity with open-source software ecosystems and Arm architectureBackground in AI-assisted software engineering or performance profiling

Eligibility

Hold a PhD degree or expect to obtain one by the appointment date, or possess equivalent research capabilities with 5+ years of experience

Funding & terms

Type

Salaried

Amount

JPY 6000k/yr

Duration

Up to a maximum of 7 years from the initial start date, subject to annual review and project continuation

Programme

RIKEN

How to apply

Deadline: 2027-10-21 · open until filled

Applicants must submit their curriculum vitae, achievement list, and other required application documents electronically through the designated RIKEN recruitment portal website.

Documents required