Radar R&D Software Engineer — Hybrid & Cloud

Met Office; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading meteorological authority in the UK seeks a Scientific Software Engineer in Radar R&D to enhance weather radar systems. The role requires strong skills in Python programming and quality assurance. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and experience in cloud technologies. Offering a total annual reward package of up to £51,648, with numerous benefits including annual leave, a generous pension, and options for hybrid working. The closing date for applications is 15/02/2026.

Benefits

Civil Service pension

Recruitment Retention Allowance

Generous annual leave policy

Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge in a mathematical, physical or computational science.
• Proficient in designing and writing Python code.
• Excellent communication skills with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop techniques to enhance data from weather radar systems.
• Support scientists with high-quality code development.
• Collaborate on projects that solve real-world challenges.

Skills

Python programming

Quality Assurance processes

Cloud-based technologies

Communicative skills

Proactive scientific insight

Education

Degree in mathematical, physical, or computational science

Tools

Linux

Job description

A leading meteorological authority in the UK seeks a Scientific Software Engineer in Radar R&D to enhance weather radar systems. The role requires strong skills in Python programming and quality assurance. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and experience in cloud technologies. Offering a total annual reward package of up to £51,648, with numerous benefits including annual leave, a generous pension, and options for hybrid working. The closing date for applications is 15/02/2026.