Research Engineer in Pervasive and Mobile Computing

Luleå University of Technology is in strong growth with world-leading competence in several research areas. We shape the future through innovative education and ground-breaking research results, and based on the Arctic region, we create global social benefit. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national and regional companies, public actors and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of SEK 1.9 billion per year. We currently have 1,840 employees and 17,670 students.

In the coming years, multi-billion investments will be made in large projects in Northern Sweden to create a fossil-free society both nationally and globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these cutting-edge research projects and in the societal transformation that they entail. We offer a broad range of courses and study programmes to match the skills in demand. We hope that you will help us to build the sustainable companies and societies of the future.The division Computer Science at the department of Computer Science, Electrical and Space Engineering conducts research in software systems, distributed systems and databases, mobile networks, digital service innovation and IoT-based communication.

We are now looking for a research engineer who will work within a multi-disciplinary research group that conducts research around IoT architectures, blockchain, cloud/edge computing, and wireless access networks.

The position belongs to the research subject Pervasive and Mobile Computing.

Subject description
Pervasive and mobile computing address distributed systems and mobile networks which enable mobility, ubiquity, security and interactivity of computers, data, software and users.

Project description
You will work on projects focusing on IoT platforms, data gathering/analytics, and AI/ML, targeting the operations of big fleets of buildings for improved awareness and energy-saving measures. The position involves work with our industrial partners and the public sector.

Duties
The main task of the research engineer in this position consists of working with data collection, data analytical methods, and visualization of results.

Qualifications
We are looking for a skilled, analytical, and motivated colleague to work on our research projects in collaboration with the rest of the research team.

To be eligible, you must have a master's degree in computer science or a related field with a focus on data analytics. You should be proficient in software development and applied computer science.

Further information
Full-time employment for six months with placement in Skellefteå.

For further information about the position, please contact:
Christer Åhlund, Professor and Head of subject, 0910-585331 christer.ahlund@ltu.se
Saguna Saguna, Associate Professor, 0910-585385 saguna.saguna@ltu.se
Kåre Synnes, Division Manager, 0920 491507  kare.synnes@ltu.se

Union representatives:
SACO-S Kjell Johansson 0920-49 1529 kjell.johansson@ltu.se 
OFR-S Lars Frisk, 0920-49 1792 lars.frisk@ltu.se

Application
We prefer that you apply for this position by clicking on the apply button below. The application should include a CV, personal letter and copies of verified diplomas from high school and universities. Your application, including diplomas, must be written in English or Swedish. Mark your application with the reference number below.

Final day to apply: 10 June 2024
Reference number: 2176-2024