Research Software Engineer (Digital Innovation) (111384-0326)
Posted Today by University of Warwick
£46,049 Per year
Undetermined
Undetermined
Coventry, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The University of Warwick is seeking a Research Software Engineer in Digital Innovation to join the Centre for Applications of Mathematical and Computer Sciences (CAMaCS). This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop software that supports impactful research across various sectors. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in scientific research and software engineering, focusing on creating reusable and validated software solutions. The position emphasizes collaboration, communication, and the development of software that influences policy and industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop robust, reproducible, and sustainable software for interdisciplinary research projects.
- Collaborate with Innovation Research Associates and colleagues in Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science.
- Lead the technical quality of allocated research projects.
- Consult on the development of optimized and validated software to support efficient use of faculty time and research funds.
- Advise on the development of reusable software to reduce duplication of effort.
- Ensure adherence to relevant compliance frameworks.
Key Skills:
- Postgraduate qualification in a scientific field (preferably Computer Science, Statistics, or Mathematics) or equivalent industrial experience.
- Strong background in scientific research, particularly in mathematical or computing sciences.
- Excellent software engineering skills, including proficiency in R, Python, and C++.
- Experience with AI (LLMs, NLP, and ML) or quantitative modelling in AI.
- Ability to design APIs and link systems together.
- Knowledge of statistical modelling and/or interdisciplinary mathematical modelling.
- Experience in high-performance scientific computing.
Salary (Rate): £46,049.00/year
City: Coventry
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
About The Role
Informal Queries
For informal queries about the role, please contact Tom Montenegro-Johnson, Deputy Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research (STEM and IKEP), at Tom.Montenegro-Johnson@warwick.ac.uk
The Centre for Applications of Mathematical and Computer Sciences (CAMaCS) at the University of Warwick seeks to appoint a Research Software Engineer in Digital Innovation to join their multidisciplinary team to assist in the delivery of a broad range of research projects with a variety of external partners from Business, Industry, and Government. CAMaCS aims to seed and cultivate impact-led research by building strong, sustainable and collaborative relationships with its partner organisations, and the RSE will work alongside our Innovation Research Associates and other colleagues in the departments of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science to develop robust, reproducible, and sustainable software that enables interdisciplinary research that has real-world impact. Collaboration and communication are therefore central to this role. We especially welcome applications from candidates with a background in academic scientific research (particularly in mathematical or computing sciences) alongside excellent software engineering skills with a demonstrable ability to develop codes into products that can be used outside of academia. The ideal candidate will take lead responsibility for the quality of the technical aspects of allocated research projects, contributing to the wider development of a leading technical research environment within the departments of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science. The post-holder will work proactively to develop software for a range of research activities and projects and will support the efficient use of faculty time and research funds by consulting on the development of optimised and validated software. The role will also focus on reducing duplication of effort by research staff by advising on the development of reusable software and will ensure adherence to relevant compliance frameworks. If you are inspired by contributing to real-world impact and want your software engineering skills to fuel scientific innovation, this is your opportunity to work in an environment whose outputs have the potential to influence policy, industry, and society at large.
About You
You will hold a postgraduate qualification in a scientific field (preferably Computer Science, Statistics, or Mathematics) or have equivalent industrial experience. The ideal candidate will have a scientific research background alongside excellent skills in software engineering, collaboration, and communication. Your application should include a CV (with a list of publications if you hold a PhD), along with a cover letter identifying and evidencing your experience with as many of the following areas as possible:
- R, Python, and C++
- AI (LLMs, NLP, and ML) or other quantitative modelling in AI
- Designing APIs and linking systems together
- Statistical modelling and/or interdisciplinary mathematical modelling
- High-performance scientific computing
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.
About The Department
About CAMaCS
For further information about CAMaCS, please visit the centre website: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/camacs/
Mathematics Institute
For further information about the department, please visit the departmental website: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/maths/
Statistics
For further information about the department, please visit the departmental website: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/statistics/
Computer Science
For further information about the department, please visit the departmental website: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/dcs/
About The University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK. Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.
Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
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How to Apply
CLOSING DEADLINE: Tuesday 21st April 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)
To apply, please click APPLY below and submit your application by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and cover letter. Within these documents, please:
- Outline your employment and education history (including your most recent employment).
- Outline the reasons for your interest in this position.
- Demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the role with clear reference to each of the essential and desirable criteria in the Job Description (PDF attached below).
Interview Date: In the last week of April or first week of May (to be confirmed)
Start Date: To be confirmed
Applications must be submitted by the closing deadline. Only applications submitted through our Careers Portal will be considered. You are welcome to include any careers breaks you may have taken (e.g. parental/caring/long-term sick leave). Please note that if you do not evidence the essential criteria, the hiring panel may not be able to shortlist your application. For guidance on how to format a cover letter, see here.
What we Offer
We Provide a Comprehensive Range Of Benefits, Including
- An attractive pension scheme.
- 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
- Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
- Onsite childcare facilities.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. For more information, see here.
We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.
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