Radio Astronomy Data Scientist

Radio Astronomy Data Scientist (Base Level)

- Essential:

- Expertise in the development of signal and data processing algorithms in Radio Astronomy.

- Experience of software development in C and/or C++ programming languages.

- Desirable:

- Operation experience of large radio telescopes.

- Experience of distributed, multi-core or many-core data driven processing algorithm development.

Base Level
Staff offered must demonstrate:-

- Significant experience (typically 5 years full-time) in the development of relevant systems, or the equivalent, with a good understanding of development processes, common design patterns and testing techniques.

- Demonstrated experience of working using Agile and DevOps processes in a rapidly changing environment where change is embraced. Sensitive to down-stream waste and impact.

- T-shaped skills with a depth of expertise in a particular area, and an ability to collaborate across disciplines with experts in other areas and to apply knowledge in areas of expertise other than their own. Self-motivated and a willingness to take responsibility and work without direct supervision. Ability to solve technical problems, evaluating alternative courses of action and innovating where necessary.

- Ability to communicate effectively to a wide audience and in small teams.

- An understanding of staff mentoring and support.

- Ability to reliably estimate and plan developments with moderate (multi-month) time horizons.

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