Job Description
Job description
Job Description
We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!
In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.
When considering a career move it’s vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong. See what WSP stands for in 2026 and beyond…
To find out more about our Geosciences business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: see https://www.wsp.com/en-us/services/fracman
YOUR NEW ROLE, WHAT’S INVOLVED?
• As a specialist/expert within our UK Earth & Environment business you will take up a senior position in our Geosciences team (comprising ~12 staff nationally, a further 15+ internationally) working on a wide range of projects spanning the Energy, Nuclear, Infrastructure and Mining sectors.
• Responsible for delivering software solutions for geoscience modelling tools such as FracMan (commercially developed by WSP).
• Collaborating with global geoscience practitioners to identify opportunities to enhance cutting edge applications and innovate new ones.
• Designing and implementing software solutions for use on desktop, cloud and web-based systems (e.g., for data management, simulation physical systems and visualisation) within the geoscience domain.
• Designing efficient high-quality code for scalable scientific applications. Working with other developers and consultants to deliver tested and documented code.
• Assisting with software & geoscience training and promotional activities to external and internal clients.
• Learning and understanding scientific theories, concepts and language to ensure alignment of software environment & output with geoscience practices within the Energy, Nuclear, Infrastructure and Mining sectors.
YOUR TEAM
• You will be joining a multidisciplinary team of experts in the UK, with a strong focus of the delivery of technological driven consulting and software. Our projects range across the energy industry (spanning transitional such as geothermal and CO2, and oil & gas), the nuclear waste sector (spanning geosphere characterisation, safety and engineering), through to infrastructure (including tunnels, slopes and building geotechnics), and the mining industry (from slope and bench stability, underground mining, through to lithium extraction and leaching).
• Our business and clients span all corners of the globe, covering major international companies, governmental organisations, through to academia.
• This role reports to the senior leaders of the WSP Geoscience Modelling group located in the UK. The central core of our UK based team is made up of approximately 12 members, covering geology, geomechanics/engineering, hydrogeology, and computer programming. Working further afield, we routinely integrate alongside our international geoscience and engineering colleagues in Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Australasia on the delivery of world class consulting projects.
• A choice of office locations is available for the role, with national coverage, favouring London/Reading, Bristol, Birmingham/Nottingham and Edinburgh.
WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE
• Are involved in numerical modelling and programming within the scientific/engineering sectors.
• Have experience of software development in one or more of C++, Python, Fortran, and SQL.
• Are a software engineer experienced in design and implementation of bespoke scientific software solutions.
• Have a solid mathematical knowledge, with understanding of maths concepts and methods and how to apply these in code.
• Experience of GUI, and charting/visualisation development.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communications skills to effectively interface with teams and clients, including proficiency in the English language.
• Have experience of liaising directly with non-programmers to identify development routes. Hold a Master’s degree or higher in a Computer, Earth or Physical Science related field.
About Us
We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!
In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.
When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong.
To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Who We Are | WSP
What’s In It For You
Work-life balance?
WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that’s for your families, friends, or yourself.
Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Diversity?
We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.
Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP’s Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential.
Health & Wellbeing?
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.
Flex your time?
For improved work life balance, WSP offers the “WSP Hour” which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
Your development?
We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that’s why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that’s chartership, training or mentoring.
APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!
#WeAreWSP
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, ****** orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.
Job Description
We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!
In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.
When considering a career move it’s vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong. See what WSP stands for in 2026 and beyond…
To find out more about our Geosciences business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: see https://www.wsp.com/en-us/services/fracman
YOUR NEW ROLE, WHAT’S INVOLVED?
• As a specialist/expert within our UK Earth & Environment business you will take up a senior position in our Geosciences team (comprising ~12 staff nationally, a further 15+ internationally) working on a wide range of projects spanning the Energy, Nuclear, Infrastructure and Mining sectors.
• Responsible for delivering software solutions for geoscience modelling tools such as FracMan (commercially developed by WSP).
• Collaborating with global geoscience practitioners to identify opportunities to enhance cutting edge applications and innovate new ones.
• Designing and implementing software solutions for use on desktop, cloud and web-based systems (e.g., for data management, simulation physical systems and visualisation) within the geoscience domain.
• Designing efficient high-quality code for scalable scientific applications. Working with other developers and consultants to deliver tested and documented code.
• Assisting with software & geoscience training and promotional activities to external and internal clients.
• Learning and understanding scientific theories, concepts and language to ensure alignment of software environment & output with geoscience practices within the Energy, Nuclear, Infrastructure and Mining sectors.
YOUR TEAM
• You will be joining a multidisciplinary team of experts in the UK, with a strong focus of the delivery of technological driven consulting and software. Our projects range across the energy industry (spanning transitional such as geothermal and CO2, and oil & gas), the nuclear waste sector (spanning geosphere characterisation, safety and engineering), through to infrastructure (including tunnels, slopes and building geotechnics), and the mining industry (from slope and bench stability, underground mining, through to lithium extraction and leaching).
• Our business and clients span all corners of the globe, covering major international companies, governmental organisations, through to academia.
• This role reports to the senior leaders of the WSP Geoscience Modelling group located in the UK. The central core of our UK based team is made up of approximately 12 members, covering geology, geomechanics/engineering, hydrogeology, and computer programming. Working further afield, we routinely integrate alongside our international geoscience and engineering colleagues in Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Australasia on the delivery of world class consulting projects.
• A choice of office locations is available for the role, with national coverage, favouring London/Reading, Bristol, Birmingham/Nottingham and Edinburgh.
WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE
• Are involved in numerical modelling and programming within the scientific/engineering sectors.
• Have experience of software development in one or more of C++, Python, Fortran, and SQL.
• Are a software engineer experienced in design and implementation of bespoke scientific software solutions.
• Have a solid mathematical knowledge, with understanding of maths concepts and methods and how to apply these in code.
• Experience of GUI, and charting/visualisation development.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communications skills to effectively interface with teams and clients, including proficiency in the English language.
• Have experience of liaising directly with non-programmers to identify development routes. Hold a Master’s degree or higher in a Computer, Earth or Physical Science related field.
About Us
We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!
In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.
When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong.
To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Who We Are | WSP
What’s In It For You
Work-life balance?
WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that’s for your families, friends, or yourself.
Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Diversity?
We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.
Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP’s Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential.
Health & Wellbeing?
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.
Flex your time?
For improved work life balance, WSP offers the “WSP Hour” which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
Your development?
We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that’s why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that’s chartership, training or mentoring.
APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!
#WeAreWSP
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, ****** orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior | Principal Software Engineer| Programmer position is now open for candidates interested in the IT Engineer & Developer Jobs sector. This role in Reading offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in IT Engineer & Developer Jobs is a plus.
