Senior Research Operations Engineer

Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required. bash, awk), configuration management (e.g. Puppet, Ansible), scientific packaging frameworks (e.g. Spack, Easybuild)Competence in a high-level programming language (e.g. Python, Golang) and demonstrable experience in at least one relevant technology (e.g. HPC, Cloud computing, storage hardware configuration)Experience using AI assisted software development (e.g. VSCode CoPilot, Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, OpenCode)Ability to facilitate development of and provide guidance for more junior staff and colleagues.Strong customer service ethos (able to cater for technical novices to subject matter experts)Desirable criteriaSignificant Python development skills (e.g. working with YAML and JSON for significant ETL operations)Significant web development skills (e.g. At times, this will include balancing rights and beliefs that can feel in tension.We are committed to free speech and to academic freedom, believing that our foundational purpose as a university, is to create spaces where a wide range of ideas, including ideas that are controversial, can be discussed and debated, and where members of our community can express lawful views without fear of intimidation, harassment or discrimination.When engaging in the robust exchange of ideas, we ask that our community is mindful of our Dignity at King's guidance.We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification section of the job description. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.Artificial intelligence (AI) is evolving rapidly, and we recognise its growing role in professional work. Applicants may use AI tools to support preparation of their application, for example to research the role or structure written responses. However, applications must reflect the applicant's own work and experience. AI tools should not be used during interviews or assessment activities unless this has been agreed in advance as a reasonable adjustment. Further guidance on the use of AI in recruitment can be found here.We reserve the right to close adverts early due to the volume of applications we receive.

• £52,514 per annum, including London Weighting AllowanceJob ID : 158826Post Date : 18-Sep-2026Close Date : 18-Oct-2026Contact Person : Shane WarrenContact Details :