• Refine available building models (digital twins) in Modelica and export as FMU
• Set up the building models online to be run on demand
• Extend JuControl app to exchange data with the online building models and trigger model execution
• Extend JuControl app to present the data to the user in an understandable way
• Test and report on the effectiveness of the interventions on building users

• Ongoing masters degree studies in computer science, engineering, or other closely related field
• Excellent programming skills in Python
• Familiarity with web development (including backend frameworks like Django / FastAPI, and frontend frameworks like ReactJS)
• Knowledge of mathematical modeling of energy / building systems
• Good analytical skills, initiative, and self motivation
• Good command of the English language
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills

We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change! We support you in your work with:

• Meaningful Tasks: Your thesis deals with a future-oriented, socially relevant topic with direct practical relevance in an international environment
• Practical relevance: Hands-on as well as theoretical work in a Living Lab setup with existing tools and supporting frameworks.
• Scientific environment: You can expect excellent scientific equipment, modern technologies, and qualified support from experienced colleagues
• Personal responsibility: You organize your tasks independently—from preparation to implementation
• Onboarding & teamwork: You can look forward to working in a dedicated, international, and collegial team. It is important to us that you quickly settle into the team and are given structured training for your tasks. We also support you from the very beginning and make your start easier with our Welcome Days and Welcome Guide
• Work-life balance: We offer flexible working hours to help you balance your professional and personal life. You also have the option of flexible working (in terms of location), which is generally possible after consultation and in line with upcoming tasks and (on-site) appointments
• Flexibility: Flexible working hours make it easier for you to balance work and study
• Fair remuneration: We will pay you a reasonable remuneration for your thesis

In addition to exciting tasks and a collegial working environment, we offer you much more: https://go.fzj.de/benefits