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1 year ago
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A brand-new and very exciting opportunity has arisen for a Data Engineer to join a Norwich-based engineering organisation, working on high-level products in a fascinating industry.

The Data Engineer will work within a 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.

    Essential Requirements

  • 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 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

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