Software Engineer, Structural Geology

ECM Selection; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software development firm in Surrey is seeking a Software Engineer to work on structural geology applications. This full-time role involves software coding, interface design, and algorithm development. Candidates must have a PhD in a relevant field and strong programming skills in C/C++. Attractive salary and benefits are offered, including relocation assistance for qualifying candidates.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field with experience in structural geology or geoengineering.
• Excellent programming skills in C and C++.
• Experience in seismic processing and geological modeling is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop software related to structural geology and geoengineering projects.
• Design interfaces and conduct testing for software products.
• Collaborate with teams in an onsite environment.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Object-oriented design

Seismic processing

Fault seal analysis

Geomechanical modeling

Fracture modeling

Education

PhD in Computer Science, Geophysics, Maths, or Geology

Tools

Qt

OpenGL

CMake

JIRA

Git

CUDA

Job description

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Software Engineer, Structural Geology, Surrey

Client:

ECM Selection

Location:

Surrey, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

Based full-time in newly furbished offices, this growing industry leader develops a range of software products used by leading companies in the energy, mining, and O&G industries. They are looking to expand their team and seek a Software Engineer with experience in structural geology applications.

The company offers an extensive package including a highly competitive salary, performance-related bonus, and other benefits.

As a software engineer, your activities will include software coding, interface design, testing, and algorithm development, specifically related to structural geology or geoengineering projects.

Requirements:

• PhD in Computer Science, Geophysics, Maths, or Geology, with relevant industry or academic projects involving structural geology or geoengineering.
• Excellent C or C++ programming skills, including object-oriented design and use of standard libraries (e.g., Boost).
• Project experience in areas such as seismic processing, fault seal analysis, geomechanical and geological modeling, deformation modeling, 2D/3D kinematic modeling, or fracture modeling.
• Additional skills in GUI development (Qt, QML), 3D graphics (OpenGL, Vulkan), CI tools (CMake, JIRA, Git, Jenkins), GIS tools (GDAL, MapBox), multithreading/parallel computing (GPU, CUDA), MATLAB/Python scripting are advantageous.

Applicants without relevant project experience will not be considered. The role requires full onsite presence; candidates must be able to commute daily. Relocation assistance available for qualifying candidates. The role is for an early 2026 start.

Even if your background isn't an exact match, contact us if interested—similar opportunities may be available. We will always seek your permission before submitting your CV.