Scientific Software Engineer

First Military Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

First Military Recruitment are seeking a Scientific Software Engineer in Exeter. The role involves connecting data across large-scale forecast system components to keep operations running and enable future improvements.

A 60% on-site, 12-month contract with a competitive day rate Inside IR35 is offered. As a Data Interface and Workflow Software Engineer you will collaborate with data and workflow experts to design and implement software solutions for the scientific community, ensuring high

Qualifications

• Proven experience with scientific software development and delivery.
• Experience applying QA processes, best practices, standards and regulations.
• Strong written and spoken communication, able to tailor to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, maintain and support specialised scientific software applications underpinning science programmes.
• Develop software that meets scientific community needs.
• Liaise with scientific colleagues to understand requirements for software solutions.
• Maintain, document and support applications for longevity and usability.
• Contribute to software engineering standards to ensure quality of delivered solutions.
• Share knowledge with colleagues to improve team effectiveness.

Skills

Fortran

Python

GIS

Linux

Job description

HM91: Scientific Software Engineer

Location: Exeter 60% on site 12 month contract

Salary: Competitive Day Rate Inside IR35

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Scientific Software Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.

As a Data Interface and Workflow Software Engineer you will work with a team of data and workflow experts to connect data at massive scale between critical forecast system components, to keep world-leading forecasts operational and lay the groundwork for future improvements.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, build, maintain and support specialised scientific software applications required to underpin science programmes.
• Develop software applications that meet the needs of the scientific community.
• Liaise with scientific colleagues in order to understand their requirements for specialised scientific software solutions.
• Maintain, document and support software applications so as to facilitate their maximum utilisation and longevity.
• Adhere to and contribute to the improvement of software engineering procedures and standards in order to ensure delivered software solutions meet desired quality criteria.
• Share knowledge and expertise with colleagues in order to enhance overall team or group effectiveness.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Fortran, Python, GIS and Linux knowledge and experience is essential.
• Show technical insight through delivery of significant advances in software capability by the effective application of technical knowledge, understanding and skills.
• Engage with others to understand the requirements for your work and its wider context, and contribute to the development of plans to meet these requirements.
• Apply good Quality Assurance processes, best practice, standards and/or regulations in your work.
• Communicate knowledge accurately and concisely in written documents and group discussions, tailoring communication for diverse audiences and building trust / credibility.
• Proactively develop your skills and support others in developing their skills, leading to beneficial impacts.
• SC Security Clearance.

Desirable:

• Prior MET office systems experience.

Location: Exeter 60% on site 12 month contract

Salary: Competitive Day Rate Inside IR35