Scientific Software Engineer - SC Cleared

OVERVIEW

Our cutting edge next-generation weather and climate simulation codes need to be connected into the downstream forecast ecosystem in order to pull through improvements and retire the older models. 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 our world-leading forecasts operational and lay the groundwork for future improvements.

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.
• New weather model -? New format -? Old systems - data format translation.
• Core Day to Day activities
  • Meetings with developers
  • Writing codes

SKILLS & QUAIFICATIONS

Evidence of the following experience is required:

• Python, GIS, Linux and Fortran
• 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

Following experience is desirable:

• Prior MET office systems experience.