Developer

About

JOIN a team of Scientists, Engineers and Computer Scientists working on the Square Kilometre Array, the world's largest and most advanced radio telescope project. We are seeking a Developer with an interest in Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems for the SKA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software and systems engineering, with a focus on C++ and Python. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (typically 10 years full-time) in the development of relevant systems, with a good understanding of architectural concepts and the relationship between architecture and system quality.
• A deep understanding of Agile methodologies and DevOps processes, including the importance of customer focus, servant / leadership, and minimising waste in all areas of the system development process.
• Python programming language.
• Experience in Test Automation and Continuous Integration.
• Experience of Test-Driven Development.
• Ability to provide technical leadership to a Dev team, mentoring team members and motivating them when necessary.
• Ability to travel to international planning meetings 2-4 times / year.

Advantageous

• Experience of Software and Systems Engineering applied to the development of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems.
• Familiarity with and experience of the TANGO toolkit, including TANGO device development, and TANGO client-side tools.
• Practical experience of configuring instrumentation and commissioning control systems and parts of scientific instruments.
• Experience or understanding of Interferometry techniques.
• C / C++ Development.
• Knowledge of Behaviour Driven Development and Gherkin.
• Experience with modern container and orchestration frameworks such as Docker and Kubernetes.

Attributes

• “E-shaped” skills, with a depth of expertise in multiple areas, and experience across many areas.
• Proven execution and delivery ability, highly innovative and able to solve highly complex technical problems.
• Can reliably estimate and plan large developments with long (multi-year) time horizons.
• An understanding of the domain issues of Radio Astronomy and the SKA is highly desirable or essential in most of the roles at this level.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work effectively as part of a team.

While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.

Desired Experience & Qualification

see Duties & Responsibilities

Package & Remuneration

Negotiable