Meteorological Data Scientist (all genders)

UBIMET, based in Vienna, Austria, is a pioneering force in the global weather services sector, establishing industry benchmarks through its innovative solutions, unparalleled accuracy, and steadfast commitment to excellence. International experts in the fields of meteorology, physics and IT issue customized, individual, and precise weather forecasts for several million private and industrial customers worldwide. Furthermore, UBIMET contributes to finding solutions to the most challenging problem of our generation: Climate Change.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented specialist to play a key role in developing and enhancing VERA, our proprietary, state-of-the-art analysis and downscaling system for meteorological data.

Why UBIMET?

Contribute to meaningful projects that have a global reach and impact. Your work will play a crucial role in addressing climate change and providing precise weather solutions worldwide. UBIMET offers a dynamic and supportive environment where you can grow professionally.

Your main responsibilities are: 

• Operate, maintain, and continuously improve VERA, UBIMET’s unique meteorological analysis and downscaling method 

• Advance the development of downstream physical models and algorithms that deliver more precise forecasts. 

• Define and investigate case studies around complex weather phenomena — from convective storms to isothermal snowfall. 

• Evaluate and compare different meteorological simulation methods to ensure we’re always delivering the most accurate insights. 

• Convert and visualize analyzed and simulated results 

What you need to be successful: 

• A completed Master’s degree in Meteorology, Physics, Geophysics, or a related field  

• Experience in working with and developing meteorological forecasting models  

• Good understanding of fluid dynamics (numerics, dynamics, physics) and statistics  

• Programming skills in Python and Matlab  

• Experience with Linux as a working environment  

• Advanced English skills, German is a plus  

• A goal-oriented and result driven approach  

What we Offer:

• Flexible working hours and home office. 

• Annual pass for the Vienna public transportation system. 

• Team events such as Christmas and summer parties, participation in sports events (e.g., Wings for Life Run and Business Run). 

• Healthcare offerings (such as free vaccination campaigns). 

• Excellent career opportunities in an innovative and growing company with flat hierarchies. 

• Steep learning curve through engagement with various modern topics (e.g., AI) at or above the current state of the art.

For legal reasons, we would like to point out that the minimum salary for this position is EUR 42.000,- gross per year. Significant overpayment is possible, depending on qualifications and experience.