Summary
The Dynamical Systems Section at DTU Compute is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Software Engineering to work on applied European and national projects. The role centers on developing standardized architectures, interoperability frameworks, benchmark datasets, and evaluation methodologies for intelligent urban digital twins. The successful candidate will help bridge the gap between research prototypes and real-world, large-scale operational deployments across sectors like energy and mobility.
Postdoc in Software Engineering, DTU Compute, Denmark
Overview & Key Details
| Detail | Information |
| Designation | Postdoctoral Researcher (Postdoc) |
| Department / Section | Dynamical Systems Section, DTU Compute |
| Job ID | 7856 |
| Job Category | VIP B |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Duration | 2 Years |
| Starting Date | As soon as possible (or by mutual agreement) |
| Location | Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark (Matematiktorvet, 2800 Kgs. Lyngby) |
| Application Deadline | September 6, 2026 (23:59 Danish Time) |
Designation
- Postdoctoral Researcher in Software Engineering
Research Area
- Software Architecture, Reference Architectures, and Architectural Design Patterns
- Software Quality Attributes (interoperability, scalability, modularity, maintainability, reliability)
- Empirical Assessment, Software Evaluation, and Benchmarking
- Microservice-based, Cloud-native, Edge, and Distributed Software Systems
- Interoperability Frameworks and Cross-system Data Integration
- Intelligent Urban Digital Twins and Smart City Platforms
Location
- Matematiktorvet, 2800 Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark (Technical University of Denmark – DTU)
Eligibility & Qualifications
- Education: A PhD degree (or equivalent) in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
- Research Experience: Documented background in software engineering, distributed software systems, and edge/cloud computing.
- Publications: A strong publication record in international peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
- Project Experience: Prior experience in collaborative national or European research projects is considered an advantage.
- Skills: Excellent communication, teamwork skills, and ability to conduct independent research within agreed project timelines.
Job Description & Responsibilities
- Conduct Research: Perform research in software engineering focusing on intelligent urban digital twins, scalable architectures, and distributed systems.
- Architectural Development: Develop and evaluate standardized reference models, design patterns, and interoperability frameworks.
- Benchmarking & Validation: Design benchmark datasets and software quality evaluation methodologies to enable reproducible research.
- Empirical Testing & Deployment: Contribute to deploying, testing, and validating software prototypes in realistic urban environments and cross-sector settings.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Support large-scale demonstrations and applied case studies with European partners, municipalities, industry, and public sector actors.
- Dissemination: Publish research outcomes in high-impact journals/conferences and contribute to project deliverables, reports, and workshops.
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted online through the DTU Career Portal by clicking the “Apply Now” button.
- All application materials must be written in English and compiled into one single PDF file, containing:
- Cover Letter (Application)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) in the EuroPass format, including language proficiencies
- Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD certificates in English)
- Full List of Publications
Last Date to Apply
- September 6, 2026 (23:59 Danish Time) (Listed in system as September 7, 2026, 03:29 AM UTC)
