At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Hydroinformatics team to develop innovative flood modelling solutions.
- Company: Jacobs, a leader in solving critical global challenges.
- Benefits: Flexible working, well-being perks, and volunteering opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on innovation and growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on climate resilience and water management.
- Qualifications: Strong Python skills and experience with geospatial data.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Experienced Hydraulic Modeller with a real passion for Coding. You will join our Hydroinformatics team and play a key role in shaping the next generation of digital solutions across flood risk, water management, and wider climate resilience systems, applying your expertise in hydraulic modelling and coding to develop innovative tools and solutions that tackle industry‑wide challenges, transforming how modelling, analysis, and decision‑making are delivered.
Responsibilities:- Incorporate innovative code‑based solutions for data processing and analysis.
- Develop modelling and flood risk automation and data processing workflows.
- Apply geospatial data analysis and software automation alongside your domain knowledge.
- Contribute to technology‑led flood risk analysis projects.
- Develop and implement technical innovation.
- Excellent Python coding skills, including experience of working with geospatial data in code, working with open source geospatial libraries (such as GeoPandas, GDAL, Fiona or Rasterio).
- Experience of tools such as Flood Modeller, TUFLOW or InfoWorks ICM.
- A sound understanding of hydrological and hydraulic principles.
- A collaborative approach towards stakeholder engagement.
- Flexible working arrangements, well‑being benefits, and a global giving and volunteering program.
As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
Flood modelling software developer in Leeds employer: Jacobs
At Jacobs, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our Hydroinformatics team is dedicated to developing cutting-edge solutions for flood risk and climate resilience, providing employees with ample opportunities for professional growth and meaningful contributions to global challenges. With flexible working arrangements and a strong commitment to well-being, Jacobs is the ideal place for passionate individuals looking to make a real impact in their field.
