.Organisation/Company: Centre Tecnològic de Telecomunicacions de Catalunya (CTTC)Research Field: Technology » Telecommunications technologyResearcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)Positions: PhD PositionsCountry: SpainApplication Deadline: 23 Nov 2024 - 23:59 (Africa/Abidjan)Type of Contract: TemporaryJob Status: Full-timeIs the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? European Union / Next Generation EUIs the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? NoOffer Description Who are we looking for?The Packet Optical Networks and Services (PONS) Research Unit is searching for interested candidates in a Researcher position.We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic, empathic person, with a passion for research and desire to learn and explore new technologies, aiming at significantly improving their professional career in a stimulating environment and within a dynamic and internationally recognized research group.The successful candidate will join the PONS research unit to carry out research in Software Networks, with dedicated focus on monitoring, telemetry, and closed-loop automation. The researcher shall collaborate with other RU members and external organizations to reach the proposed objectives.Research Field: Technology » Telecommunications technologyEducation Level: PhD or equivalentSkills/Qualifications Qualifications and Experience:The successful applicant must hold a PhD degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, computer science, or closely related fields.Network monitoring and telemetry and closed-loop automation.Software Defined Networking and Zero-touch Service Management.Proven knowledge of ETSI TeraFlowSDN architecture.Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.Other skills that are valuable, but not mandatory:Hands-on experience in monitoring, streaming, and analytics software platforms.Hands-on experience in SDN/NFV/Cloud software platforms.Programming skills in one of Python, Java, or C/C++ languages.Hands-on experience on experimental demonstrations.Even if you do not meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. The candidates' past performance but also future potential will be considered as criteria for selecting researchers.Languages ENGLISH Level: ExcellentBenefits Annual gross salary according to the profile of the candidate.Full-time contract: 7.5 h/day. Flexibility.Tenure track: Career progression with possibility of stabilization through a permanent structural contract.Prospective start date: January 1st, 2025.Continuous training, access to lab facilities, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and polyvalent working spaces, participation in scientific events and R&D projects, complementary skills development.We have great benefits for employees:Paid time off: vacation (33 working days per year), holidays, sick and parental leave, and more.Up to 3 days of Telework per week (2 fixed + 1 upon request)