Tenure-track Faculty positions in Computer Science: Software Engineering, Data Management

Job Title: Assistant Professor in Computer Science
Location: IE University
Department: School of Science and Technology
Start Date: September 2025

Position Overview:

IE University’s School of Science and Technology invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Computer Science with a specialization in Software Engineering and Data Management. We are seeking a dynamic candidate with expertise in modern software engineering practices and database techniques, who can lead in teaching, research, and innovation. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in software architecture, agile development, cloud-native systems, and modern database techniques, as well as an understanding of emerging trends such as AI-assisted development tools and AI-enhanced database systems.

We value candidates with the capacity to collaborate in applied research projects led by the Impact Xcelerator at IE School of Science and Technology, specifically in one of the three focus areas: Climate/Energy, Healthcare, or Financial Systems. The ability to contribute to multidisciplinary research initiatives that apply cutting-edge technologies to real-world challenges in these sectors will be key to the role’s success, providing opportunities to work closely with industry partners and stakeholders to drive innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and teach courses at undergraduate and graduate levels in Software Engineering, including core topics such as software design, systems architecture, agile methodologies, DevOps, cloud-native development, and modern database techniques and scalable data storage solutions.
• Conduct high-impact research in areas such as software quality, software security, scalable systems, softwareautomation, or advanced database technologies (e.g., NoSQL, vector databases, graph databases, distributed databases, cloud databases), while actively securing competitive research funds.
• Supervise and mentor students across undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. programs.
• Collaborate with industry partners on research initiatives and innovative solutions that apply software engineering principles to real-world challenges across sectors such as business, healthcare, and industry.
• Play an active role in curriculum development, incorporating emerging trends in software development, including AI-enhanced programming environments and automated code generation.
• Participate in academic service and contribute to the strategic growth of the School of Science and Technology.

Required Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with demonstrated expertise in software development methodologies, software architecture, or DevOps practices.
• Strong research record with publications in top-tier journals and conferences related to software engineering, software automation, or database technologies (e.g., data management, distributed systems, database performance optimization).
• Experience designing and teaching courses in software engineering or database systems, with a focus on practical applications and emerging technologies.
• Proven ability to communicate concepts clearly to students and engage them in rigorous analytical thinking.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Spanish is desirable but not mandatory.

We offer:

• A competitive salary in line with top-ranked European academic institutions.
• A generous seed research fund to cover travel, equipment and relocation costs.
• State-of-the-art campus facilities and support to build your lab infrastructure.
• A professional and stimulating international working environment with English as the de facto language.
• Full access to public health services through membership of the National Insurance Scheme plus a discount plan to acquire an additional private health insurance plan.
• Diversity in an open-minded, inclusive and family-friendly environment.
• Inspiring campus life on a conveniently located, state-of-the-art unique campus in the hearts of Madrid and Segovia.

Application Instructions

Please include a cover letter and a curriculum vitae, a research statement, a statement of teaching philosophy and one recommendation letter. You may include teaching evaluations and sample course syllabi in your dossier. 
Pre-submission inquiries about the open positions may be addressed to Prof. Rafael Ballester Ripoll (Rafael.Ballester@ie.edu)

For general enquiries, contact Sara Flores sara.flores@ie.edu Associate Director of Faculty Affairs.

Create your dossier at Interfolio and apply at:  http://apply.interfolio.com/157874

We will start screening after December 15.  Applications received until this date will be considered for the first round of interviews. The position will remain open until it is filled.

About IE University and the School of Science and Technology

IE University is an internationally recognized institution originally founded as a business school. We consider ourselves the most international institution of higher education with approximately 85% of our students coming from outside Spain and typically over 120 countries represented on campus. Our Madrid postgraduate campus is situated in the financial district of this vibrant, cosmopolitan capital city of over 5 million people. In 2021 we opened the IE Tower, standing as one of the 5 towers in the business district of Madrid with a 6000-student capacity.

The School of Science and Technology prepares students with industry relevant skills in the context of STEM and related educational programs. The school offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Mathematics and Data analytics. For further information on the current faculty and lines of research, please visit IE Research Data lab.

The IE Impact Xcelerator offers new faculty the opportunity to participate in applied research labs in collaboration with research groups and companies in fields like healthcare, environmental science, finance, and cybersecurity, profiting from the rich network of the IE Business School.