Job Reference 377_26_ES_CES_RE2
Position Python earth diagnostics developer (RE2)
Closing Date Monday, 10 August, 2026
About BSC
The Barcelona Supercomputing Center - Centro Nacional de Supercomputación (BSC-CNS) is the leading supercomputing center in Spain. It houses MareNostrum, one of the most powerful supercomputers in Europe, was a founding and hosting member of the former European HPC infrastructure PRACE (Partnership for Advanced Computing in Europe), and is now hosting entity for EuroHPC JU, the Joint Undertaking that leads large-scale investments and HPC provision in Europe. The mission of BSC is to research, develop and manage information technologies in order to facilitate scientific progress. BSC combines HPC service provision and R&D; into both computer and computational science (life, earth and engineering sciences) under one roof, and currently has over 1000 staff from 60 countries.
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We are particularly interested for this role in the strengths and lived experiences of women and underrepresented groups to help us avoid perpetuating biases and oversights in science and IT research. In instances of equal merit, the incorporation of the under-represented sex will be favoured. We promote Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, fostering an environment where each and every one of us is appreciated for who we are, regardless of our differences. If you consider that you do not meet all the requirements, we encourage you to continue applying for the job offer. We value diversity of experiences and skills, and you could bring unique perspectives to our team.
Context And Mission
Within the Earth Sciences Department of Barcelona Supercomputing Center, led by Prof Francisco Doblas-Reyes, the department aims to deliver novel, advanced and well-evaluated high-resolution global climate models, capable of simulating and predicting climate estimations with unprecedented fidelity.



Within the Computational Earth Sciences group, the successful candidate will be part of the Data and Diagnostics Team compound by 20 members.
The activities of this team consists of developing diagnostics and visualization tools in python and R for the scientists to optimize their data analysis, provide user support and develop and maintain the infrastructure needed for the work of the department and for external projects.
The successful applicant will join the team and participate in the development and general strategy regarding the implementation of physical diagnostics with software suites such as ESMValTool and AQUA. This task will include the lead of work package 2 in the european project ESO4Clima, the implementation and performance improvement of diagnostics in the destination earth project and the implementation of CMORization of ACTRIS observational data in ESMValTool for the ENE-RISE project. In addition to the technical work with the diagnostics packages, the successful applicant is expected to participate in the department’s strategy to attract competitive funding in the area related to the python diagnostics.
Moreover, the successful applicant will contribute to the ongoing strategy for the development of the Earth Sciences Department tools, further developing diagnostics with ESMValTool in the auto-ecearth workflow.
Key Duties
Lead the WP2 in ESO4CLIMA
Participate in the general department strategy in earth diagnostics with ESMValTool and AQUA
Requirements
Education – Having a Bachelor in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics,



Physics or related discipline
Essential Knowledge and Professional Experience – 3-5 years of experience on a similar position
Competences – Advanced Python skills;
Earth Diagnostics and evaluation packages (ESMValTool, AQUA,...)
Conditions
The position will be located at BSC within the Earth Sciences Department
We offer a full-time contract (35h/week), a good working environment, a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructure, versátil working hours, extensive training plan, restaurant tickets, private health insurance, support to the relocation procedures
Duration: Open-ended contract due to technical and scientific activities linked to the project and budget duration
Holidays: 22 days of holidays + 6 personal days + 24th and 31st of December per our collective agreement
Salary: we offer a competitive salary commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate and according to the cost of living in Barcelona
Starting date: August 2026
Deadline
The vacancy will remain open until a suitable candidate has been hired. Applications will be regularly reviewed and potential candidates will be contacted.
OTM-R principles for selection processes
BSC-CNS is committed to the principles of the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers of the European Commission and the Open, Transparent and Merit-based Recruitment principles (OTM-R). This is applied for any potential candidate in all our processes, for example by creating gender-balanced recruitment panels and recognizing career breaks etc. BSC-CNS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable state or local law.
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📌 Python Earth Diagnostics Developer (Barcelona)
🏢 Barcelona Supercomputing Center
📍 Barcelona