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Our client is a leading player in the environmental market. Due to growth, they have an opportunity for a Computational Scientist to join its team. You must have strong Python programming experience, gained in commercial environment. A background from another scientific business is needed, environmental would be a benefit. This is an onsite role, no hybrid opportunities available.
Job Title: Computational Scientist
Salary: £32k - £40k
Location: Oxford – Onsite
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Computational Scientist with expertise in Python programming and experience in analyzing and manipulating remote sensing data. The ideal candidate will develop innovative solutions to customer challenges, leveraging strong data visualization skills and effectively communicating key insights.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop algorithms to extract asset information from imagery, LiDAR, and GPR data.
  • Enhance and maintain Python-based internal software.
  • Perform computational tasks, including signal and image processing.
  • Integrate multiple data streams to generate railway condition insights.
  • Manage and analyze large-scale datasets for machine learning applications.
  • Present findings in team meetings and report to stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with an experienced team to solve day-to-day challenges efficiently.
    Requirements:
  • Master’s degree in mathematics, computer engineering, machine learning, or a related science field.
  • Proficiency in Python programming.
  • Experience in image processing.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience with collaborative programming and version control (Git).
    Preferred Skills:
  • Signal processing expertise.
  • Experience with ground-penetrating radar (GPR) and LiDAR.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Knowledge of neural network architectures and deep-learning principles.
  • Familiarity with geophysics.
    Salary & Benefits:
  • Competitive salary: £32,000 – £42,000 per annum (pro rata).
  • Regular performance and salary reviews.
  • Companywide profit-sharing scheme.
  • 5% company pension contribution.
  • Medical cash scheme (covering expenses for dental, optical, etc.).
  • 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays

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