Data Engineer (R&D)

JOB TITLE:      Data Engineer (R&D team)

SALARY:          Competitive

HOURS:            37 ½ hours per wk – Mon – Thurs 0815 – 1700/ Fri 0815 – 1245 (Half day Fridays!)

LOCATION:      Norwich, NR7   

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated Data Engineer to work within our thriving team of engineers across a range of disciplines within the R&D department.

Working in the Systems and Software Development team, the Data Engineer will be responsible for the design and implementation of improvements to system software (front end and back end) to meet specific project requirement sets. You will also use your mathematical experience to analyse data from trials to inform future upgrades.

The primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Planning and conducting trials events and activities and ensuring relevant data is collected.
• Analysing data in a scientific manner.
• Proposing system improvements and implementing changes where required.
• Designing and developing software, written in C++.
• Writing test specifications, engineering reports as required in the course of the activities.
• Any other such duties that may be reasonably compatible with the nature and scope of the role.

About the Person:

Essential

• A Degree Level Qualification in Engineering, Mathematics or Physics, or similar subject with a strong mathematical background.
• Strong C++ coding skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• The ability to design and implement software solutions.
• Strong organisational skills required to work on several tasks simultaneously.
• The ability to interpret, create and present technical information to audiences with all levels of technical experience.
• The ability and willingness to understand wider application concepts, and to deliver a holistic design, working as part of a multi-disciplined team, as well as on own initiative.
• A general willingness to expand knowledge into new areas and to challenge oneself.
• The ability to use initiative in in exploring new methods and technologies.
• A flexible approach in terms of both task delivery and time management.
• A willingness to perform hands-on tasks including integration activities on prototype equipment.
• A willingness to carry out occasional travel for work, both domestic and international.

Desirable

• Experience of complex weaponry and naval systems
• Experience programming with QT.
• Experience using OpenCV.
• Knowledge of the MASCOT programming design methodology.
• Experience scripting in python/bash.
• Experience programming with CUDA.
• Training and experience in Systems Engineering

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Occasional travel to customer sites both in the UK and Internationally, with some unsocial working hours as may be required from time to time.
• Working within a strict time, budgetary and quality framework.
• Working within the R&D team as part of an open plan office.
• Training will be provided to fill any gaps in knowledge.

Key Working Relationships:

Internal

• R&D Team
• Engineers
• Supply Chain
• Programmes

External

• Customer operational teams

About our benefits:

• Pension – 3.5% E’r / min 3.5% E’ee (salary sacrifice if you want to contribute more)
• Compressed working hours Monday – Thursday 0815 – 1700/ Friday 0815 – 1245 **Half day Fridays**
• 5 days/ 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (this will be pro-rata’d) **Fridays is a half day holiday**
• Christmas Shutdown**this will be taken out of the holiday allocation**
• Westfield Health Cash plan, gym discount and shopping rewards
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Long Service Award
• Training & Development
• Free on-site parking

How to apply:

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be a part of a company that values your skills and contributions, we encourage you to apply for our Data Engineer role today by emailing your CV and contact details – remembering to include the role you are applying for – to our Talent Acquisition Manager at recruitment@msi-dsl.com