Research Engineer - Process Mining Technology

The Celonis Process Mining Innovation (PMI) team is a dynamic group of R&D engineers committed to advancing process mining. We focus on hands-on development, creating new solutions and algorithms to continually elevate our platform and push the limits of best-in-class process mining technology.

• →Product & Strategy:
• →Partner with the Process Mining (PMI) team to understand the current state-of-the-art in Object-Centric Process Mining (OCPM) and identify valuable new solutions.
• →Guide and influence the development of OCPM features at Celonis by collaborating with platform product managers and engineers.
• →Define the optimal user experience by working closely with the UX team.
• →Development & Implementation:
• →Translate innovative ideas and requirements into high-quality, functional code.
• →Rigorous evaluation of the developed code's efficacy and performance.
• →Implement and integrate new solutions into the existing product suite.
• →Collaborate with product managers and fellow software engineers to ensure successful deployment to production.
• →Research & Innovation:
• →Publish research findings in top-tier scientific outlets.
• →Patent inventive work.
• →Support in coordinating funded research projects.

• PhD degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Business Informatics, or a comparable field.
• Hands-on experience with Process Mining, Data Analytics, or Business Intelligence tools (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau, Qlik).
• Initial experience in programming, working with databases, and ETL processes.
• Strong communication skills, coupled with an interest in engaging with potential customers.
• Fluent spoken and written English is mandatory.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate 'out-of-the-box' thinking are key personal traits sought for this role.

• Knowledge of German is a plus.
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems is advantageous. 

• Pioneer Innovation: Work with the global leader in Process Mining and the Process Intelligence Graph to shape the future of AI-driven business operations.
• Ownership from Day 1: Every full-time "Celonaut" is an owner, receiving Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and merit-based refresh grants.
• Unrivaled Family Support: Benefit from our inclusive parental leave policy—24 weeks of fully paid leave for primary carers and 12 weeks for supporting carers, available from your first day of employment.
• Work-Life Integration: Enjoy Unlimited PTO (in applicable regions) and generous PTO globally, as well as a flexible hybrid work model that balances remote focus with vibrant office collaboration.
• Continuous Growth: Elevate your skills through our 70-20-10 learning framework, mentorship programs, and access to a dedicated learning platform.
• Holistic Well-being: Prioritize your health with subsidized Wellhub memberships, mental health counseling, and dedicated "Wellness Weeks" that prioritize work/life balance.
• Drive Sustainability: Participate in annual Impact Days, where you receive paid time off to volunteer for community and environmental causes with your local office, or virtually.
• Global Inclusion & Belonging: Find community through our Inclusion Think Tank and participate in our annual Inclusion Days, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.
• Value-Driven Impact: Join a mission-led organization where our core values—Live for Customer Value, The Best Team Wins, We Own It, and Earth Is Our Future—drive every decision.

Celonis makes processes work — for people, companies, and the planet. Powered by process mining and AI, the Celonis Process Intelligence Platform integrates process data and business context to create a living digital twin of business operations. We enable thousands of companies worldwide to understand how their business actually runs and, together with their partners, build intelligent solutions that transform and continuously improve the way they operate — unlocking billions in value. Celonis is headquartered in Munich, Germany, and New York City, USA, with more than 20 offices worldwide.

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