General information

Reference

2025-3842  

Position description

Category

F14 Information Systems - Engineer / Researcher

Job title

Tech Lead

Contract

Permanent contract

Contractual hours

Full-time

Contract duration

indeterminate

Context and contributions of the position

Joining Bureau de Recherche Géologique et Minière (BRGM), French Geological Survey, means becoming part of France's public reference institution for Earth sciences, bringing together 1,000 passionate experts across 29 entities located in mainland France and overseas territories.

BRGM's mission focuses on geological knowledge and understanding of soil and subsoil phenomena, with a key objective: addressing environmental challenges through innovative, socially impactful projects.

In a context where environmental challenges require rapid, reliable, and interoperable scientific responses, BRGM has launched the development of an Integrative Digital Platform to centralize, enhance, and disseminate scientific outputs.

This initiative is supported by a process of scientific production industrialization, ensuring the quality, maintainability, traceability, and reproducibility of research work.

The position is part of the Industrialization, Development and Integration Unit within the Digital Department (DNUM). Its mission is to support operational departments in the implementation of robust, sustainable, and business-oriented technical solutions.

Job description

As a Tech Lead in Scientific Development at BRGM, you will play a key role at the interface between research and industrialization. Your main responsibilities will include:
- Defining and implementing industrialization processes
- Supporting scientists in structuring, strengthening, and maturing their technical outputs
- Developing scientific applications
- Integrating solutions into the Integrative Digital Platform
- Building and leading a developer community

In short, we offer you the opportunity to thrive in a team that values technical and scientific excellence while actively contributing to improving our DevOps practices through innovative scientific projects.

Profile

Desired Start Date : 09/01/2025
Contract Type : Permanent
Education Required : Master's degree
Experience Required : 5 – 10 years

Technical Skills:
-Strong command of software development (Python, R, Matlab, C++); knowledge of Java or .Net / Angular is a plus
- Good understanding of software architecture
- Experience in industrialization and DevOps practices: containerization (Docker), packaging, deployment and maintenance of pipelines/applications, automated testing, CI/CD, GitLab

Scientific Skills:
- Solid understanding of data science or scientific modeling
- Strong scientific culture
- Ability to effectively communicate with researchers

Soft Skills:
- Technical leadership
- Communication and teaching skills
- Critical thinking and rigor

Working conditions

In an environment that promotes work-life balance—particularly through remote work—BRGM stands out for its supportive and friendly atmosphere.

Certified with the HRS4R label in 2021, BRGM is committed to supporting your career throughout your journey with us.

We offer various programs to develop your skills and expertise, including opportunities for career advancement and geographic mobility.
Benefits include:
• 13-month salary
• Additional leave (RTT)
• On-site cafeteria
• Sports facilities
• Vacation and leisure benefits

BRGM guarantees a transparent recruitment process. To apply, please send your updated CV and a cover letter no later than August 19, 2025.

At BRGM, we are committed to diversity and inclusion—all our positions are open to everyone.

Your application will be reviewed once the job posting closes.

If shortlisted, you will be invited for interviews with the hiring department, HR, and a cross-functional directorate.

Position location

Job location

France, Centre-Val de Loire, Loiret (45)

Location