Scientific Software Developer

3 weeks ago


Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Met Office Full time £37,776
Unlock the Secrets of the Ocean with Us

We are seeking a highly skilled Scientific Software Developer - Ocean Forecasting to join our team at the Met Office. As a leading authority on weather accuracy and climate prediction, we help individuals, industries, and governments make informed decisions to stay safe and thrive.

Your primary focus will be within the Ocean Forecast Verification team, where you will develop and support tools to assess and monitor the quality and accuracy of our ocean forecasts. You will work closely with numerical models, in-situ observations, and remotely sensed data to provide a comprehensive digital representation of the global ocean and shelf seas surrounding the UK.

The successful candidate will have experience with common scientific programming languages, including Python, Linux, and Bash. Additionally, they will possess strong Quality Assurance processes, best practice, and software coding standards. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge marine forecasting systems and collaborate with experts in the field.

Benefits:

  • A competitive salary of up to £37,776 annually
  • An outstanding Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
  • Recruitment Retention Allowance (RRA) of £2,200 per annum as a market supplement
  • Annual Leave starting at 27.5 days (plus Bank Holidays), rising to 32.5 days (plus Bank Holidays) after 5 years
  • Option to buy or sell up to 5 days per year of annual leave


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