Meteorological Data Scientist (all genders) - Weather Modelling

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 advancing our multi-model forecasting approach. Your work will help ensure robust, precise, and scalable forecasts.

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: 

• Further develop and enhance UBIMET’s integrated multi-model forecasting approach

• Drive the development, evaluation, and continuous improvement of numerical weather prediction (NWP) models

• Optimize and improve forecast quality with a focus on severe weather events such as thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, wind gusts, snowfall, and freezing rain

• Analyze large meteorological datasets and model outputs from various sources, identify patterns and areas for improvement, and translate findings into actionable model improvements

• Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team of meteorologists, data scientists, and software developers

• Process, visualize, and clearly communicate simulation and analysis results

What you need to be successful: 

• Master’s degree (or higher) in Meteorology, Physics, Atmospheric Sciences, or a related field  

• Hands-on experience in working with and developing meteorological forecasting models  

• Strong understanding of numerical weather prediction (NWP) and model evaluation

• Solid programming skills in Python  

• Experience working in a Linux environment

• Excellent English skills; German is a plus  

• Structured, goal-oriented, and results-driven approach  

What we offer:

• A friendly, collaborative, and science-driven company culture

• Excellent career development opportunities in an innovative and growing organization with flat hierarchies

• A steep learning curve with exposure to modern technologies and emerging topics at or above the current state of the art

• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work (typically ~ 3 days per week in the office)

• Annual pass for the Vienna public transportation system

• Regular 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)

For legal reasons, we would like to point out that the minimum salary for this position is EUR 2.528,04 gross per month. Significant overpayment is possible, depending on qualifications and experience.