Machine Learning Scientist Full Time

MACHINE LEARNING SCIENTIST

About us

MetDesk is the UK’s largest private sector weather forecasting business. Founded over ten years ago the business has established itself as the leading provider of weather information services to a global customer base.  Delivering highly specialised weather information and support services for weather-critical operations, MetDesk is at the forefront of accurate, timely and innovative services for our rapidly expanding customer-base. The company is headquartered in the Chiltern town of Wendover, just 50 minutes from Central London by train. MetDesk’s modern and vibrant offices are home to its dedicated forecast centre, utilising the very latest innovations in forecasting and monitoring technology.

Job title

Machine Learning Scientist

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Machine Learning Scientist to join our Research & Development team.  As a Machine Learning Scientist at MetDesk, you will work alongside an experienced team of meteorologists and scientists to both integrate the latest ML techniques into existing systems and help to design and prototype exciting new products. 

Responsibilities

·       Research, design, and implement ML models tailored to meteorological applications

·       Stay abreast of the latest developments in the growing field of ML-based weather forecasting

·       Integrate cutting-edge ML techniques and methodologies into our projects

·       Collaborate with our development and infrastructure teams to help guide the design of production ML systems.

Requirements

·       Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Meteorology, Physics, Atmospheric Science, or a related field

·       Strong background in machine learning, with experience in developing and implementing machine learning algorithms and models using both point based and gridded timeseries data

·       Excellent Python programming skills

·       Experience using Python ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch

• Proficient in Git and GitHub

·       Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

·       UK/EU resident or valid UK work permit

Please send your CV with covering letter in PDF or MS Word format to careers@metdesk.com

Remuneration and benefits package will be attractive and commensurate with experience. 

You will have the option of working from our offices in Wendover, hybrid working or fully remote to be agreed.

The closing date for applications is Friday 10^th May 2024

MetDesk Limited is an equal opportunities employer

MetDesk Limited is certified Carbon Neutral