Vacancy for Software Engineer at the Montserrat Volcano Observatory

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From: Graham Ryan <graham@xxxxxx>


Hello all,

The Montserrat Volcano Observatory is seeking a Software Engineer. If you
are a talented Software Engineer and would like to ride out the pandemic in
Montserrat. Please check the advertisement below.

Please pass this information along to anyone who might be interested, and
donâ??t hesitate to reach out if you have questions regarding this post.

*VACANCY NOTICE*
*SCIENTIFIC SOFTWARE ENGINEER*

Applications are invited for a highly motivated Scientific Software
Engineer to join the team at the Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) on a
two (2) year contract. The post includes the development and maintenance of
real-time data acquisition and processing systems for the detection and
reporting of phenomena related to the behaviour of the Soufrière Hills
Volcano. The applicant should be experienced in a range of computer
technologies, possess excellent communication skills and be strongly
results oriented.

*CONTEXT:*

The MVO is the organisation responsible for monitoring the Soufrière Hills
Volcano located on the island of Montserrat in the Eastern Caribbean. The
volcano is monitored using an extensive network of instruments deployed on
and around the volcano. This data must be transmitted to the observatory,
archived, processed, analysed and reported. Your primary job will be to
provide the software support necessary to make these things happen.

*Job Purpose:*

Provide computer systems design, development, support and consultation on
new and existing data collection, processing, analysis and reporting
systems, including intranet and internet Web sites and Relational Database
Management Systems (RDBMS).

*Job outline:*

   - Collaborate with local and visiting scientists and engineers to design
   systems to collect, store, process, analyse and disseminate local and
   remotely telemetered data
   - Design and implement data structures to store data efficiently using
   methods such as delimited files and RDBMS.
   - Develop batch and interactive programs in multiple languages such as
   C, Perl, Python and PHP.
   - Maintain and troubleshoot existing computer systems on multiple
   platforms, mainly Microsoft Windows and Linux.
   - Develop, maintain and troubleshoot external/internet https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.mvo.ms__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!PPn7aOUFyHbNf4UA-OD5xRD4rTnN1a4u939x-KzaVR4JNhSdzkemfKnnG5BacHk$ 
   <https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.mvo.ms__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!NvkOz7DWa-IATZvIx7lEzQqnNoSnR794BY2a210idFywVBWxA8bQuMttv6OUZWE$>
Web
   site, support staff with content management.
   - Provide ad hoc reporting, design, management and maintenance of RDBMS
   systems.
   - Interact with Government of Montserrat system administrators to manage
   network, file systems and servers.
   - Monitor systems and minimize downtime of Web sites and data collection
   processes.
   - Develop systems to analyse and transform digital imagery and video,
   including optimal compression.
   - Perform Geographical Information System (GIS) conversion between
   coordinate reference systems and perform various data manipulation.
   - Develop software for data analysis as well as user-friendly interfaces
   for existing codes.
   - Maintain the web-based tool for displaying volcano monitoring data
   sets using Linux and MATLAB scripts
   - Assist in maintenance of seismic data-acquisition system.
   - Undertake support and maintenance of software products.
   - Develop and implement automation of procedures for seismic, GPS,
   thermal infrared and other geophysical data.
   - Interact with software system users in the observatory to gather
   details on existing bugs and desirable upgrades
   - Produce functional specifications and designs in response to
   requirements for changes to software products or for new and custom
   developments.
   - Develop and test software products to meet agreed requirements
   - Other duties, as assigned.


*Qualifications and Experience:*


   - A first degree with a major in Computer Sciences or related field plus
   three years of experience or seven years of experience in relevant systems.
   A postgraduate degree in Computer Science would be an asset. Must
   demonstrate active computer systems design, development and maintenance
   experience. Exceptional candidates who are not graduates, but who have
   extensive experience in these areas will be considered.
   - Demonstrated experience in multiple operating systems, primarily Linux
   and Microsoft Windows.
   - Experience in system administration on both Windows and Linux systems
   - Preferably experienced in digital image and video translation and
   compression techniques.
   - Preferably experienced in Geographical Information Systems software
   such as GDAL, OGR, ESRI ArcGIS, Proj, vector and raster file formats and
   coordinate references systems and projections.
   - Strong skills: C++ and Java (Swing and Applets).
   - Experience in: CSS, HTML, including Web Server applications
   - Intermediate skills: Perl and JavaScript
   - Optional skills: MATLAB, Fortran, C, and Python.
   - Familiarity with Earthworm or Seisan would be an asset


*Personal Qualities:*


   - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
   - Ability to work with people from a variety of backgrounds
   - Ability to work autonomously
   - Self-motivated
   - Flexible.
   - Relish new challenges
   - Results oriented
   - Physically capable to perform work in the field when necessary



*Annual compensation:*


   1. EC$127,520 â?? EC$146,386 (commensurate with experience).


*Relocation Expenses:*

Assistance with relocation and travel expenses will be provided to the
successful candidate if needed.

*Application:*

Candidates should submit a full curriculum vitae, including the names and
addresses of two referees, and a covering letter outlining their
experience. The deadline is October 14th, 2021. Applications should be sent
to:

*The Operations Manager*
*Montserrat Volcano Observatory*
P.O. Box 318, Flemmings,
Montserrat, West Indies
Email: veda@xxxxxx
Tel: 1 (664) 491-5647



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