Manager Observations R&D Scientific Systems
Department
Meteorological Office
Business Area
Sience and Engineering
Number of Vacancies
1
Location: Region
South West
Location: City/Town
Exeter
Location: Building/Site
Met Office, Exeter
Grade
Other
Equivalent Grade
RD018
Salary Minimum
£38,335
Salary Maximum
£44,880
Type of Role
Engineering
Information Technology
Science
Information Technology
Science
Reserved/Non Reserved posts
This is a Non Reserved post and is therefore open to UK, British Commonwealth and European Economic Area (EEA) Nationals and certain non EEA members
Security
Security Check
Criminal Records Bureau Check
This post requires a Criminal Records Bureau Check
Is a medical required for this post?
Yes
Job Description
Observations are fundamental to almost all the services the Met Office provides - as direct data and products; for initialising NWP and other models; for verifications of forecasts; as the basis for many weather/climate related consultancy services; and for providing evidence of climate change.
The team within Observations Research and Development are responsible for developing new measurement capability and observational products for the Met Office and delivering these into operations. Developments occur in response to new requirements or opportunities resulting from the new technology.
Observations has developed a number of IT systems for the central processing of observational data at Exeter. Some of these systems process data received from systems deployed at remote sites around the UK, others are data hubs run on behalf of EUMETNET. Several have been developed in-house by Observations R&D, but others have been procured from third parties. A new team is being created within Observations R&D to carry forward the development of these central processing systems. A priority for the team will be to reduce the current level of diversity and to create a common development environment within Observations. As well as improving efficiency within the programme, benefits will extend to TIS (stand alone applications and IT operations) who are responsible for the operational running and maintenance of the systems.
Specific job purpose
To lead the development of central processing systems within Observations in order to improve efficiency and capability.
Specific job responsibilities
To manage and lead a team of scientific software engineers to develop and re-engineer central processing systems within Observations.
Apply influencing and negotiation skills to maintain key relationships (e.g. with science and engineering managers) and facilitate the co-operative development and enhancement of software solutions used across Observations.
To manage staff, equipment and financial resources to ensure that delivered scientific software solutions meet agreed time, cost and quality criteria.
Recruit, motivate develop and mentor team members in order to increase overall effectiveness and capability of the team.
To contribute technical expertise to the solution of complex scientific problems and be pro-active in instigating new ways of improving software systems and processes.
The team within Observations Research and Development are responsible for developing new measurement capability and observational products for the Met Office and delivering these into operations. Developments occur in response to new requirements or opportunities resulting from the new technology.
Observations has developed a number of IT systems for the central processing of observational data at Exeter. Some of these systems process data received from systems deployed at remote sites around the UK, others are data hubs run on behalf of EUMETNET. Several have been developed in-house by Observations R&D, but others have been procured from third parties. A new team is being created within Observations R&D to carry forward the development of these central processing systems. A priority for the team will be to reduce the current level of diversity and to create a common development environment within Observations. As well as improving efficiency within the programme, benefits will extend to TIS (stand alone applications and IT operations) who are responsible for the operational running and maintenance of the systems.
Specific job purpose
To lead the development of central processing systems within Observations in order to improve efficiency and capability.
Specific job responsibilities
To manage and lead a team of scientific software engineers to develop and re-engineer central processing systems within Observations.
Apply influencing and negotiation skills to maintain key relationships (e.g. with science and engineering managers) and facilitate the co-operative development and enhancement of software solutions used across Observations.
To manage staff, equipment and financial resources to ensure that delivered scientific software solutions meet agreed time, cost and quality criteria.
Recruit, motivate develop and mentor team members in order to increase overall effectiveness and capability of the team.
To contribute technical expertise to the solution of complex scientific problems and be pro-active in instigating new ways of improving software systems and processes.
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Competencies
Essential
A 2:1 or first class degree in a scientific discipline, or evidence of equivalent knowledge and skills.
Proven track record of successful software application development that has delivered tangible business benefits.
Experience of leading the successful migration of large software applications from a development to an operational environment.
Proven ability to engage and negotiate with multiple stakeholders to deliver change in IT systems.
Evidence of the personal skills necessary to manage and motivate a team of scientific software engineers.
Evidence of ability to plan and prioritise work in order to deliver expected outcomes on time and budget.
Desirable
Experience of systems for the real-time processing of environmental data.
Recognised and relevant professional accreditation.
Experience of one or more of C, C++ , Java, Python programming languages.
General knowledge of Met Office IT infrastructure, e.g. hardware, databases, core IT systems.
Additional supplementary information
The post holder will be exposed to the wide range of work that takes place within Observations R&D, from hardware development, through to product development and engagement with customers. This presents opportunities to acquire and develop skills in a number of areas as preparation for other roles within Observations or other Met Office programmes.
A 2:1 or first class degree in a scientific discipline, or evidence of equivalent knowledge and skills.
Proven track record of successful software application development that has delivered tangible business benefits.
Experience of leading the successful migration of large software applications from a development to an operational environment.
Proven ability to engage and negotiate with multiple stakeholders to deliver change in IT systems.
Evidence of the personal skills necessary to manage and motivate a team of scientific software engineers.
Evidence of ability to plan and prioritise work in order to deliver expected outcomes on time and budget.
Desirable
Experience of systems for the real-time processing of environmental data.
Recognised and relevant professional accreditation.
Experience of one or more of C, C++ , Java, Python programming languages.
General knowledge of Met Office IT infrastructure, e.g. hardware, databases, core IT systems.
Additional supplementary information
The post holder will be exposed to the wide range of work that takes place within Observations R&D, from hardware development, through to product development and engagement with customers. This presents opportunities to acquire and develop skills in a number of areas as preparation for other roles within Observations or other Met Office programmes.
Qualification(s)
A 2:1 or first class degree in a scientific discipline, or evidence of equivalent knowledge and skills.
Working Pattern
This post is full time and not suitable for part time or job share applicants
Employment Terms: Post Type
Permanent
Employment Terms: Hours
37
Contact and further details
For a full job description and details on how to apply, please see the Met Office website at: http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/about-us/jobs/current-vacancies/002422
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We will not tolerate discrimination on any of the following: gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, colour, nationality, religion, age, disability, HIV positivity, working pattern, caring responsibilities, trade union activity or political beliefs - or any other grounds.
External applicants should note that for posts in Northern Ireland, applications from the Roman Catholic community are particularly welcomed as this group is currently under-represented in our workforce.
We will not tolerate discrimination on any of the following: gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, colour, nationality, religion, age, disability, HIV positivity, working pattern, caring responsibilities, trade union activity or political beliefs - or any other grounds.
External applicants should note that for posts in Northern Ireland, applications from the Roman Catholic community are particularly welcomed as this group is currently under-represented in our workforce.
Closing date
3 Jul 2012
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