Engineer Lead - Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom - Physics World

Description

Would you like to join a diverse team managing the tools, from concept through to delivery, which enable the successful execution of campaigns in the world leading Orion plasma physics experimental laser facility?

AWE currently have an opportunity for a Software Engineering Manager to apply their expertise to our Engineering Function and contribute towards our successful state of the art Orion facility.

What will you be responsible for as a Software Engineering Manager?
Provide regular updates on progress and raise any issues or concerns to senior management.

Must be willing to take on secondary roles to aid the minimum staffing for the facility you are located in.

What will you need to be considered for the role Software Engineering Manager?
Proven experience of managing and tasking software engineering staff.

Knowledge of a software programming system / language, preferably using one of these packages: - Labview, C, VBA, python, java.

Knowledge or experience of project life cycles and configuration control.
Market leading contributory pension scheme
Generous holiday entitlement (270 hours a year, including Bank Holidays, plus every other Friday off)
Flexible working hours & every other Friday off
AWE Life Insurance
Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training
Consideration for either full time or part time hours. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time
Relocation package available (terms and conditions apply)

Candidates must be willing to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and on occasions travel within the UK and overseas.

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