Bruno Kessler Foundation (FBK) is a private research institution devoted to excellence in research in numerous disciplines and designated to the role of keeping the Autonomous Province of Trento in the mainstream of European and international research. Each research area is assigned to a specific research center, of which there are twelve totals. Information regarding the research centers, their activities and production is available at http://www.fbk.eu/research-centers.
Workplace
The FBK Cyber Security Centre (CS) develops digital technology and cyber security to foster collaboration between the various stakeholders through a combination of IT risk management techniques (in order to develop highly innovative security solutions that will mitigate vulnerabilities and reduce the risk of attacks) as well as trust management techniques (to improve the interaction between people and technology). As part of the FBK mission, which aims to achieve results of scientific excellence and to produce an impact on society, the Center's mission is to make these techniques available to the largest number of organizations, including SMEs, which account for a substantial part of the EU economy but lack cybersecurity expertise. To this end, integrating automated cyber risk assessment support with trust management that will have the ability to produce operational suggestions to assist ICT solutions designers, developers and administrators in their daily activities are critical.
The SaFEWaRe (Secure Code Lifecycle for Applications and Networking) Research Unit of Cyber Security Centre, core mission is to enhance software security. Our goal is to provide tools and practices that secure the code throughout its entire lifecycle and to ensure that code adheres to international regulations and standards (such as NIS2). Artificial intelligence plays a dual role in our work: as a challenge, we focus on securely integrating AI into software systems and as a solution, we harness AI to enhance software analysis and reduce cyber risks through improved accuracy and automation.
We are also engaged in industrial software development projects, which provide a robust foundation for our research; offering both practical inspiration and a means for real-world validation.
FBK actively seeks diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is also committed to promoting gender equality. To promote the inclusion of disabled staff as per law 68/99, the Foundation is available and interested in evaluating the applications received for technical-scientific domains that do not correspond exactly to this call.
Job Description
The successful candidate will join a team engaged in research projects focused on code security and industrial collaborations, offering valuable experience in both domains. They will contribute to the design, development, and testing of assigned components, with a key responsibility to deliver high-quality software that meets the provided specifications.
Job requirements
The ideal candidate should have:
- Master's degree in Computer Science or in related fields;
- Experience in Java development;
- Knowledge of Object-Oriented programming principles;
- Knowledge of at least one IDE (IntelliJ, Eclipse);
- Ability to write robust and well-documented code;
- Ability to design medium complex software components;
- Good knowledge of the English language (both oral and written);
- Ability to work autonomously on assigned tasks;
- Good communication and relation skills.
Furthermore, the following elements will be positively evaluated:
- Phd in Computer Science or equivalent experience;
- Good knowledge of the Italian language (both oral and written);
- Knowledge of Cloud computing, Web services;
- Knowledge of AI/ML;
- Knowledge of Web programming (JavaScript, NodeJS);
- Knowledge of Agile Methodology;
- Knowledge of database systems (RDBMS and NoSQL);
- Knowledge of a version-control system (preferable GIT);
- Knowledge of additional programming languages (e.g. python, C/C++) and scripting languages (e.g. bash).
Employment
Type of contract: fixed-term contract
Working hours: full time (38 h per week)
Start date: September 2025
Duration: 18 months, with the possibility of extending the contract depending on funding
Workplace: Povo, Trento
Gross annual salary: from €38.500 to €44.000 depending on background and expertise in the field, plus objectives achievements bonus
Benefits: flexi-time, company subsidized cafeteria or meal vouchers, internal car park, welcome office support for visa formalities and for research in accommodation, accommodation etc., supplementary pension and health fund, social security (SANIFONDS), family-work balance, free training courses, support on bank account opening, discount on public transport, sport, language course fees, counseling and psychological support service. More info at https://www.fbk.eu/en/work-with-us/
Application
Interested candidates are requested to submit their application by completing the online form (https://jobs.fbk.eu/). Please make sure that your application contains the following attachments (in pdf format):
- Detailed CV including relevant past experiences (as an attached document in PDF format);
- Cover Letter (explaining your motivation for this specific position).
Application deadline: 29th of July 2025
Please read our Recruitment Regulations before completing your application.
For further information or technical issues regarding the application, please contact the People Innovation for Research Department at jobs@fbk.eu.