Algorithm Product Lead - MBDA : Job Details

Bristol

We are a specialist and forward-thinking team that develops sophisticated mathematical algorithms for advanced weapon systems; we are increasingly adopting artificial intelligence to ensure that we retain the edge in producing world-leading capabilities.

Job Title: Algorithm Product Lead

Salary: circa£65,000 (depending on experience)

Location: Stevenage or Bristol (we may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: typically, 3-4 days per week on-site, due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

The opportunity:

You will:

• Lead and manage a team of highly skilled and technical individuals, providing support and clarity of direction to enable them to achieve their best.
• Endeavour to gain a thorough understanding of our weapons systems.
• Collaborate with systems engineering teams to understand the algorithm requirements and their operational context.
• Steer and support the high-level design of algorithms that meet the system requirements.
• Collaborate with software teams to facilitate algorithm implementation and deployment.
• Commit to ensuring reliable, robust algorithms through fostering the adoption of rigorous procedures and best working practices.
• Influence how we develop algorithms within the team and more widely across MBDA.
• Represent the team and its work to senior leadership and external partners.
• Facilitate the growth and development of the team, and how it adapts to meet evolving technological needs.

What we're looking for from you:

Essential criteria:

• Experience in:
  • Leading technical teams and taking responsibility for their personal development.
  • Overseeing and delivering complex technical projects.
• Ability to:
  • Communicate clearly and effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
  • Prioritise tasks in-line with customer demand.
  • Motivate team to focus on specific objectives.

Desirable experience:

• Software development.
• Mathematical modelling and analysis.
• Numerical simulation.
• Data science, especially machine learning.
• MATLAB, Simulink and Python.

Interested?  Apply now!

Our company:

MBDA is a leading defence organisation.  We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

What we can offer you:

• Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
• Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities

Our Business:

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential.   MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more…

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

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