Software Engineer

Kidlington, England, United Kingdom

11/28/2024

• Kidlington
• Full-time
• Perm
• 40 hours per week
  
  

THE POWER OF NOW

Fortescue Zero’s mission is to be the world leader in zero emission power systems. We are developing and manufacturing the technologies needed to decarbonise our planet. We are expanding across the geographies of UK, US and Australia and becoming a global company. As part of Fortescue, our vision is to be the number one integrated green technology, energy, and metals company.

An opportunity has arisen for a Software Engineer to join the Elysia department in a rapidly expanding and exciting work environment. The employee will act in a software development capacity to integrate novel battery analytics methods into the Elysia automated framework under the senior data scientist’s supervision. They will focus on web front-end integration, taking requirements from the product development team and/or existing customers. The aim is to produce business relevant, actionable battery insights through an understanding of both battery electrochemistry and systems integration.

The employee will collaborate with the broader cloud team in the development of the Elysia Battery Intelligence Cloud Platform. The purpose of the team is to accelerate electrification globally by maximising, protecting, and assuring the performance, safety, and reliability of the battery through its lifecycle through advanced software and battery analytics.

The employee will act in a technical capacity for cloud-hosted battery analytics. They will have a position in the integration of the outputs of battery diagnostic and prognostic algorithms to the Elysia front-end, which is the key tool in communicating battery performance, safety and lifetime insights to clients.

Elysia is principally involved in the development and commercialisation of the Battery Intelligence software, which is revolutionizing the life, safety and performance of battery systems. As a pioneering technology company, we specialize in the development of cutting-edge software solutions that supports, optimises and de-risks the deployment of batteries, from cradle to grave, starting with design and manufacture, through to first-life monitoring and the transition to second-life or recycling.

Our team of brilliant minds and passionate experts is dedicated to pushing the boundaries in software-derived performance, both within embedded BMS and cloud-based domains. We believe in the combination of expertise in electrochemistry, battery systems and data science to build products that empower our customers to unlock the full potential of their battery assets.

How Do We Work

Our work culture is built upon collaboration, creativity, and a shared dedication to driving positive change.

We provide an inclusive and dynamic environment with a culture of empowerment. Every team member is encouraged to voice their ideas, take ownership of their projects, and contribute to the collective vision of a greener and more efficient future.

Job Role

• Integrate battery algorithm outputs into web front-end to help clients evaluate performance, lifetime and safety of batteries in live operating environments
• Ensure validity of outputs in automated environment
• Understand Elysia’s evolving position in target markets and value proposition to build algorithms generalisable across different use cases
  
  

Essential

You’ll have:

• Sufficient professional experience in python software development
• Masters level qualification in a STEM subject
• Experience with Python and its wider numerical & scientific ecosystem (e.g. numpy, scipy, pandas / polars)
• Experience with Python visualisation libraries (matplotlib, seaborn etc.)
• To be a flexible, proactive thinker who drives the design and development of new ideas that can make a difference.
  
  

Beneficial

• Understanding of front-end frameworks like React and tools for building user interfaces like Typescript, HTML, CSS etc
• Knowledge of battery systems in both mobility and stationary applications
• Experience in version control and CI/CD frameworks (e.g. Github, Gitlab, Azure DevOps etc.)
• Familiarity with data engineering, data pipelines, data back ends (i.e. SQL)
• Experience with public cloud platforms, such as AWS and Azure.
  
  

About You

If you are passionate about pioneering technology, sustainability, and being part of a team that is shaping the energy revolution, Elysia is the place for you. Join us in our mission to transform the way the world interacts with energy, and together, let's build a brighter, smarter, and more sustainable tomorrow.

Benefits

•      26 Days Holiday (increases with service)
•      Tusker Car Scheme (after passing probation)
•      Performance-based Bonus Scheme
•      Annual Elysia company offsite
•      3 hours per week dedicated learning and development allowance.
•      Childcare Benefits
•      On-site gym access and discounted national memberships
•      Private Medical Insurance
•      Pension – 8% employer contributions rising to 10% after 3 years
•      Cycle to work scheme
•      Flexible work environment
  
  

Application Deadline

The closing date for applications is 3rd January 2025.

Location:

Oxfordshire

Additional Information

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. At Fortescue Zero we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills. Fortescue Zero is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability, we are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments. You are welcome to apply no matter your age, disability, gender, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

Please note, if you are applying for a role which involves having access to personal data, you will be subject to a background check. Where checks are unsatisfactory or incomplete and/or a failure to reveal information relating to convictions that you are required to identify as part of the background checks, could lead to withdrawal of an offer of employment.