Radio Telescope Compute Systems Architect

Big Science Sweden; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Science Sweden is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support the delivery of two next-generation radio telescopes located in South Africa and Australia. The main focus will be on the computing infrastructure for monitoring and controlling the telescopes while processing and packaging scientific data.

The successful candidate will join a cross-functional team responsible for the networking and compute hardware, engaging closely with project managers and technical specialists. This role is offered as a three-year fixed-term contract based at the SKAO Headquarters in Jodrell Bank, Cheshire, UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in systems engineering including requirements, interface definition, verification, and lifecycle support.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver networking and compute hardware for two radio telescopes.
• Support procurement, installation, and testing of hardware.
• Collaborate with project managers and technical specialists.

Job description

Big Science Sweden is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support the delivery of two next-generation radio telescopes located in South Africa and Australia. The main focus will be on the computing infrastructure for monitoring and controlling the telescopes while processing and packaging scientific data.

The successful candidate will join a cross-functional team responsible for the networking and compute hardware, engaging closely with project managers and technical specialists. This role is offered as a three-year fixed-term contract based at the SKAO Headquarters in Jodrell Bank, Cheshire, UK.