Algorithm Developer
Location: Cheadle, United Kingdom
Dive into innovation with General Sonar Studies (GSS)!
What The Role Has To Offer
Drive innovation in underwater systems by supporting R&D activities that shape the future of sonar and maritime capabilities.
* Champion the creation of innovative, collaborative solutions for Customer Funded R&D Programmes, contributing to high‑impact bid documents that secure future opportunities and advance technological frontiers.
* Deliver complex tasks, work packages, and projects with precision—ensuring outcomes are consistently on time, within budget, and aligned with the highest standards of quality and technical excellence.
* Strengthen customer engagement by providing expert technical support across delegated areas, fostering trusted long‑term relationships with internal stakeholders and external General Sonar Studies clients to unlock future collaborations.
* Fuel innovation across Thales UK’s R&D ecosystem by contributing fresh ideas, novel concepts, and breakthrough solutions that shape the next generation of maritime technologies.
* Craft compelling technical outputs—including reports, presentations, and scientific papers—that showcase cutting‑edge innovation and elevate the visibility of internal and external research achievements.
* Lead diverse technical initiatives, from developing advanced sonar processing algorithms and data fusion techniques to conducting performance prediction studies and trial analyses that inform strategic decision‑making.
* Advance sonar capability development by identifying emerging field opportunities and integrating them into forward‑looking R&D strategies; provide deep analytical and mathematical expertise to support the evolution of signal and data processing algorithms.
* Elevate the reputation and impact of sonar research within Maritime Mission Systems (MMS), positioning the team as a centre of excellence in advanced underwater sensing and signal intelligence.
About You
We are looking for someone who is flexible, curious, proactive, and can lead, learn, and communicate a clear technical vision. The ideal candidate will:
* Hold a PhD in maths, statistics, physics, engineering or computing (or an MSc/MMath 1st class or MPhil).
* Have a background in statistical or stochastic processes.
* Be an effective problem‑solver, comfortable tackling tough challenges independently or within a tight‑knit team.
* Be proficient in Matlab (or similar) and familiar with Word and PowerPoint; bonus points for experience with C/C++ and object‑oriented programming.
* Demonstrate strong technical writing and presentation skills—reports, papers, seminars, conferences.
* Possess familiarity with UK in‑service sonar systems and maritime capabilities, though this is not essential.
* Come from any background, including those outside defence or maritime sectors.
Security Clearance
This role requires a UK National and secure Security Clearance (SC) without caveats before commencing employment. Dual nationals from a non‑ITAR country may be considered with MOD approval.
Benefits
* Pension – match up to 7% of base salary.
* Life assurance – 2× base salary minimum; 8× if in pension scheme.
* Income protection – 50% of salary for 5 years.
* Annual leave – 201 hours, bank holidays, plus 1 company day.
* Private medical insurance.
* Half‑day Friday off.
* 24/7 employee assistance programme.
* Flexible benefits and discounts.
At Thales we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team.
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