Processing Engineer (P-3)

VA ID: 2422 Grade Level: P-3 Division: International Data Centre Division Section: Automatic Processing Systems Section Unit: Configuration and Data Processing Unit Type of Appointment: Fixed Term Appointment Date of Issuance: 28 May 2026 Deadline for Applications: 28 June 2026 Vacancy Reference VA246-2422-2026 Reporting Date: As soon as possible

Please note that all candidates should adhere to CTBTO Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity.

Qualified female applicants and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

A roster of suitable candidates may be established for similar positions at the same level as a result of this selection process for a period of two (2) years.

Organizational Background

The Preparatory Commission for the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization with its headquarters in Vienna, Austria is the international organization setting up the global verification system foreseen under the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT), which is the treaty banning any nuclear-weapon-test explosion or any other nuclear explosion. The Treaty provides for a global verification regime, including a network of 337 facilities worldwide, a communications system, an international data centre and on-site inspections to monitor compliance.

Organizational Setting

This position is located in the Configuration and Data Processing Unit, Automatic Processing Systems Section in International Data Centre Division (IDC).

Reporting Lines

Under the supervision of the Chief, Automatic Processing Systems Section, to:

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provide support to the data processing system of a global network of radionuclide, seismic, hydroacoustic and infrasound sensors;
2. Operate and monitor the software modules for automatic processing, the operating systems, the database interfaces, the distributed transaction management software, data distribution services and other relevant software.
3. Provide substantive technical input to ensure the proper performance of the database interfaces and of other related commercial software and support the reliable operation of the interactive analysis tools and event screening processes;
4. Document software problems, configuration changes and technical issues;
5. Implement and test new operational software releases;
6. Support the connection configuration and testing of new stations;
7. Contribute to the development of ancillary software to support operations;
8. Support training of trainees assigned to the Unit;
9. Plan, monitor and control projects using applicable project management methodologies including Agile;
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

• University degree in computer science, information technology, engineering or a related field.

Work Experience and Qualifications

• At least five (5) years of relevant working experience in data processing, application software support, programming and maintenance on Linux based operating systems, including Oracle and Postgres databases, containers, Kubernetes, and network problems diagnostics;
• Working experience with software version control systems (preferably with GIT) is essential;
• Knowledge of internet protocols is essential;
• Experience in Perl, Python, SQL, and csh/ksh/bash is a requirement. Knowledge of the C , C++ and Java programming language is essential;
• Working experience with Apache Kafka and RabbitMQ message brokers for building reliable, scalable, and event-driven distributed data pipelines is essential;
• Demonstrated software testing skills and ability to identify and address software problems quickly is essential;
• Relevant working experience in seismological/geophysical/radionuclide data processing area is highly desirable;
• Knowledge of Public Key Infrastructure is desirable;
• Experience in IT Project Management with Prince2, Scrum Master or similar certification is desirable;
• Experience in IT Service Management with ITIL certification is desirable;
• Strong knowledge of security best practices and information security principles is desirable;
• Strong ability to communicate effectively in a multicultural environment.

Languages

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are essential.
• Knowledge of other official CTBTO languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is desirable.

Competencies

• Professionalism - Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations;
• Communication - Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from other and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed;
• Planning and organizing - Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary;
• Team work - Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organisational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; builds consensus for task purpose and direction with team members; supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings;
• Accountability - Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honors commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable;
• Creativity - Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches;
• Client orientation - Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive relationships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress and setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to clients;
• Commitment to continuous learning - Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve;
• Technological Awareness - Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks, shows willingness to learn new technology.

Remuneration

CTBTO offers an attractive compensation and benefits package in accordance with the policies of the International Civil Service Commission. For more information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, see link: Salary Scales. The salary offered may be subject to deductions to the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund and/or Health Insurance Scheme.

Additional Information

• All applications must be submitted through the CTBTO e-Recruitment system before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement.
• Incomplete applications and submission of employment history in formats other than the CTBTO Employment Information Form will not be considered
• The CTBTO Preparatory Commission retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy; to make an appointment at a lower grade in particular if the candidate has less than the qualifications required; to make an appointment with a modified job description, or to offer a contract term for a shorter duration than indicated in the vacancy announcement.
• Please note that the CTBTO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list.
• The CTBTO reserves the right to undertake correspondence only with shortlisted candidates.
• Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process.