GUI Software Engineer for Research Modelling & Tools

AWE; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Reading is looking for an NTR Software Engineer to develop software for nuclear hazard modeling. The role requires strong programming skills in C++ and Python, as well as experience in creating user-friendly graphical interfaces. Successful candidates will have an undergraduate degree in a STEM field and a passion for high-quality software development. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits including flexible working arrangements and personal development opportunities.

Benefits

270 hours of annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Professional Career Development funding

Employee Assistance Programme

Defined contribution Group Personal Pension

Life Assurance

Discounts on everyday spending

Special Leave Policy for volunteering and public service

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in a STEM discipline (ideally Computer Science or Software Engineering), equivalent NQF level 6 qualification or equivalent experience.
• Strong programming skills in C++ and Python.
• Demonstrable experience developing high quality user-focussed Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs).
• Motivated to deliver high quality and maintainable software products.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of the development of the graphical front-end to the modelling capability.
• Research Software Engineering (RSE) support to scientists and modellers within the team.
• Contributing to the development of interactive briefing products used to communicate model results to stakeholders.
• Writing technical documentation, delivering training, and supporting users of the modelling capability.

Skills

Strong programming skills in C++

Strong programming skills in Python

Experience in developing Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs)

Ability to work independently

Education

Undergraduate degree in a STEM discipline

Tools

Qt framework

QGIS

Job description

A leading defense contractor in Reading is looking for an NTR Software Engineer to develop software for nuclear hazard modeling. The role requires strong programming skills in C++ and Python, as well as experience in creating user-friendly graphical interfaces. Successful candidates will have an undergraduate degree in a STEM field and a passion for high-quality software development. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits including flexible working arrangements and personal development opportunities.