Job description
Background of the recruitment and description of the project
The RIKEN Center for Computational Science (R-CCS), led by Center Director Satoshi Matsuoka, are threefold, centered around supercomputing: one is to target high performance computation itself as a scientific objective, or namely, the "Science of Computing"; another is to apply the enormous computational power thus obtained to solve difficult scientific problems, or namely, the "Science by Computing"; finally, to collaborate with other scientific disciplines that contribute to advances in both sciences, or namely, the "Science for Computing." Our goal is to be recognized as one of the global leadership research centers to advance high-end computational science in this regard.
The Software Development Technology Unit is recruiting technical employees to carry out a new theme. The research overview of the laboratory is shown below.
Our laboratory aims to develop an excellent software environment that maximizes the capabilities of the supercomputer Fugaku and the other supercomputers operated by R-CCS, such as RIKYU and ROQUO. Such a software environment includes compilers; tools (performance profilers, debuggers, etc.); mathematical libraries; and communication libraries. We also promote the use of open-source software (OSS) on Fugaku and contribute to the development of the Arm ecosystem, and we support the performance evaluation and enhancement of software developed at R-CCS. Furthermore, in the development project for the next-generation computing infrastructure (Fugaku NEXT), we conduct research and development of programming environments for accelerator-equipped computing systems and carry out application performance evaluation.
【Keywords】Compiler,GPU,Programming,AI
Work content and job description
Research and development of programming environments for supercomputers, in particular for accelerator-equipped computing systems including Fugaku NEXT. Also, research and development related to AI-driven software development. Furthermore, in cooperation with other research teams at the Center for Computational Science, other RIKEN centers, and related institutions in Japan and abroad as needed, in addition to this Unit, the position promotes research and development. In addition to the above, the position will also be responsible for tasks that contribute to research promotion within the Unit and the Center, including young researcher development such as hosting interns, as well as various contracting procedures such as drafting specifications.
The job description may be changed during the contract period or upon contract renewal to the extent described above.
Assigned department
Existing departments
Software Development Technology Unit, Operations and Computer Technologies Division, RIKEN Center for Computational Science
Job type
R&D/Engineer
Research field
- Informatics - Computer system
- Informatics - Software
- Informatics - High performance computing
Wages
Annual Salary : 6 million yen ~
Salary will be an annual salary based on experience, ability, and performance, and will consist of a base salary and a variable salary. The variable salary will be determined each fiscal year based on experience, ability, and performance. Discretionary work, commuting and housing allowances will be provided. Social insurance will be applied.
The approximate amount of salary at the time of employment:
The total amount of the monthly discretionary work allowance and the monthly salary at the time of hiring will be 595,235 JPY or more for Senior Technical Scientist, and 536,065 JPY or more for Technical Scientist.
Working hours
Working hours :09:00-17:20
Break time :12:00-12:50
Holidays : Days off include Saturdays and Sundays, public holidays, New Year's holidays (Dec. 29 – Jan. 3), and RIKEN Foundation Day.
Paid leave includes annual paid leave (up to 20 days depending on the month of employment), special paid leave (caring for a sick child, family nursing care, etc.), and work life balance holidays (up to 7 days depending on the month of employment).
Overtime and other explanations : This position falls under the specialized duties discretionary work system; one working day will be calculated as 7 hours and 30 minutes.
Application requirements
Qualifications
Education and Degree Requirements
Ph.D. / Doctor
Common to all positions
A person who is able to dedicate themselves to the job by communicating, coordinating and collaborating smoothly with people in and out of the laboratory.
Senior Technical Scientist
A PhD holder (or expected to obtain a PhD before starting the position) in a field related to the Job description. Or, a person recognized as having equal ability with 5 or more years of work experience in a related field, who is also able to provide guidance to laboratory members.
Technical Scientist
A PhD holder (or expected to obtain a PhD before starting the position) in a field related to the Job description. Or, a person recognized as having equal ability with 5 or more years of work experience in a related field.
Employment Type
Contract employee
Senior Technical Scientist or Technical Scientist
Contract period
Nontenured - Non-tenure track
1.A one year fixed-term employment contract, renewable based on evaluation, up to a maximum of 7 years of employment.
2.RIKEN may adjust the above maximum period of renewability based on a) the employee’s abilities, workload at the time of contract completion, performance and work attitude and b) the continuation of the employee’s center, laboratory or project and RIKEN’s management situation and budget at the time. In principle, employment contracts will not be renewed for individuals older than 70 years.
RIKEN has indefinite-term positions. Any scientists, including fixed-term employees who have been hired through this open call, are eligible to apply to open calls for indefinite-term positions.
Probationary period present
In principle, the first two months of employment is considered a trial period.There is no change of working conditions.
Work location
650-0047 Hyogo ,7-1-26, Minatojima-minamimachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe, RIKEN Kobe Campus South Area
RIKEN may order the employee to change work locations, if necessary, in accordance with RIKEN regulations.
Compensation
Various systems
Pay increase system : Salary will be an annual salary based on experience, ability, and performance, and will consist of a base salary and a variable salary. The variable salary will be determined each fiscal year based on experience, ability, and performance.
Transportation expenses : available
Others : Mandatory membership in the RIKEN Mutual Benefit Society (RIKEN Kyosaikai).There are also additional leave systems such as maternity leave, childcare leave, and family nursing care leave.
Insurance
Employees' Health Insurance : available
Employees' Pension Insurance : available
Worker's accident insurance : available
Employment insurance : available
Others : available
Measures for preventing passive smoking at the workplace
Smoking is entirely prohibited on site.
Supplementary explanation of compensation
RIKEN has implemented a telecommuting system that allows employees to work from home or other locations permitted by RIKEN. Our laboratory actively utilizes the telecommuting system. The post currently being offered may be carried out through telecommuting (full-remote work) within Japan for the entire specified work period, provided that the required procedures are completed and approval is obtained from RIKEN. For more information, please get in touch with the hiring staff at kobe-jobs@riken.jp.
*Eligible to apply for the MEXT Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research (Kakenhi).
*RIKEN is actively undertaking initiatives to promote gender equality and diversity, and moving forward with the establishment of a diverse and vibrant research environment. If multiple candidates are found to have the same aptitude following a fair assessment, active efforts will be made to recruit female candidates.
*The Kobe Campus has an on-site daycare, Po-I Kids Kobe. For details, please send an email to kobe-kosei@ml.riken.jp.
Application Considerations
Number of hired
1 person(s)
Description
Senior Technical Scientist or Technical Scientist: a few positions
Position-specific tasks are as follows:
Senior Technical Scientist
Assist Laboratory Heads; provide guidance to technicians and other personnel at corresponding laboratories; autonomously develop and advance technologies needed to conduct research projects and other activities. Also be involved in developing, enhancing, and maintaining technic/technology required for the research.
Technical Scientist
Develop and advance technologies needed to conduct research projects and other activities in corresponding department. Also be involved in developing, enhancing, and maintaining technic/technology required for the research.
Job content supplemental explanation
Start of Employment
As early as possible
Application period
2026/10/21~2027/10/21 Deadline for receipt
Deadline
Open until the position is filled
Application method
Attached documents
Application Form : Online Submission
Please refer to "job Posting URL"
Achievements and Activities : Online Submission
Please refer to "job Posting URL"
Other online application forms
Please refer to "job Posting URL"
Return of application documents
Others
Application documents will not be returned.
Submitted documents including personal information will be used only for the purpose of applicant screening.
JREC-IN Portal web application
Not available
E-mail Application
Not available
Recruiting Institution's Web application system
Accept
Please refer to "job Posting URL"
URL of this job posting
https://www.riken.jp/en/careers/researchers/20261019_1/index.html
Selection / Notification of result
Selection
Selection will be made based on application screening and interview. After documents screening, only successful applicants will be invited for interview (2 interviews for Senior Technical Scientist and Technical Scientist positions). No inquiries on the selection process and results will be answered.
Notification of result
The notification of hiring decision (conditional offer of employment) regarding this selection shall be carried out through the presentation of an Employment Contract or a Conditional Offer of Employment issued by RIKEN.
Contact details
RIKEN
RIKEN
Computational Science Promotion Division
r-ccs-recruit(at)ml.riken.jp
- Please change (at) to @ and send it.
Inquiries are accepted by email only. When making an inquiry, please begin the subject line with “[26-1586] Software Development Technology Unit - Recruitment for [position applied for, e.g., Technical Scientist]”.
For inquiries on research conducted by the Unit, please contact the Unit leader by email:
Hitoshi Murai
Software Development Technology Unit, Operations and Computer Technologies Division
RIKEN Center for Computational Science
Email: h-murai@riken.jp
Notes
Handling Personal Data
Submitted documents are strictly protected under the RIKEN Privacy Policy and will be used only for the purpose of applicant screening at RIKEN. Personal information will not be disclosed, transferred or loaned to a third party under any circumstances without just cause.
Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Job Seekers
To ensure a safe and proper environment throughout our recruitment process, RIKEN has established the Guidelines for the Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Job Seekers and strictly enforces compliance among all staff members.
Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Job Seekers To ensure a safe and proper environment throughout our recruitment process, RIKEN has established the Guidelines for the Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Job Seekers and strictly enforces compliance among all staff members.
