Job Description:

Job Title: Senior Scientific Software Engineer

Job Purpose:

• We are seeking a software developer to join our team to undertake targeted software development to further develop our capability in preparation for next generation supercomputer architectures in the critical areas of, simulation systems; I/O; and optimisation. This will ensure the ability to use and further enhance operational weather forecasting and cutting-edge weather and climate research.
• Design, implement, test and document new software changes for weather and climate models that enable the successful exploitation of next generation supercomputers to meet Programme and Project benefits.

Experience Essential

• Familiarity with one or more compiled programming languages, e.g. Fortran, C, C++

• Demonstrated competence in Python, Linux and version control, e.g. github, svn, etc
• Experience of working within a defined quality-focused development cycle
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, including documentation

• Experience of providing support to a group of users

Desirable

• Experience of developing large scientific applications
• Experience of object-oriented Fortran 2003