Senior Fullstack Developer at SMHI

Are you passionate about creating new services that provide great benefits to society and customers? Are you a creative software developer who enjoys being involved from idea to finished product? Then a job with us at SMHI might be right for you as we are currently looking for a senior fullstack developer with an interest in application development!

With us, you will be part of a team where researchers, scientific programmers, and software developers often work closely together. Through the various competencies, a creative and learning environment is created with great development opportunities for you in your role as a software developer. We work in a Linux environment with large data volumes and high availability requirements. Our services are based on data processing and visualization of weather, water, and climate, forming a foundation for various types of societal decisions.

For frontend development, we use JavaScript/Typescript (e.g., React), HTML, and CSS, and for backend development, we utilize a variety of technologies such as Python, Node.js, and Java. SMHI primarily uses PostgreSQL as a database, and for application development, we use Flutter, Kotlin, and Swift.

We work agile in smaller teams in close collaboration with customers and users. The daily work includes new development of smaller assignments and larger projects, as well as maintenance of these. Together, the team takes responsibility for the overall and long-term technology choices and solutions, as well as working methods. You may also work with teams in other departments.

About You

We are looking for someone with a relevant academic background in software development or computer science, or equivalent competence that SMHI assesses as equivalent. The position requires good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written.

Furthermore, we assess that you need to have:

• At least 5 years of work experience as a software developer with an interest in frontend
• At least 2 years of work experience with JavaScript and Node.js
• Experience in developing web applications
• Work experience with Linux servers
• Created usable web applications in terms of performance and intuitive use

It is an advantage if you have experience or knowledge in any of the following areas:

• Software development of stable operational handover systems
• Work experience or certification in WCAG
• Web applications with high operational requirements
• React, Typescript, or equivalent
• Flutter, Swift, and/or Kotlin for app and widget development
• Any of the programming languages Python, Java, C, or C++
• Kubernetes or similar container solutions
• Data visualization on maps
• Worked together with UX/UI designers
• Worked as a scrum master or team coach, as well as work experience with agile methods

As a person, you are a driven, structured, and responsible team player. We also expect you to be curious, service-oriented, and self-sufficient. Of course, you have a strong interest in software development and are driven to deliver good results. Your problem-solving analytical skills are pronounced, and you have strong communication skills. Translating customer requirements and ideas into cost-effective system solutions is something you are passionate about and usually succeed in, even when the conditions are not always entirely clear. We will place great emphasis on your personal qualities during the recruitment process.

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: The position is at our office in Norrköping. The majority of your working hours will be in the office, and you have the opportunity to work from home when it suits the business.

Application Deadline: 2025-01-28

SMHI is a Swedish expert authority with a global perspective and a vital task in forecasting changes in weather, water, and climate. Based on scientific principles and through knowledge, research, and services, we contribute to increasing the sustainability of society as a whole. Every day, around the clock, all year round.

SMHI is a preparedness authority, and as an employee, you may be assigned to the authority in times of war.

Please note that the documents and information you send to SMHI through your application will become a public document. This means that all material in the application, including attachments, may need to be disclosed to anyone who requests it unless the information is covered by confidentiality according to the Public Access to Information and Secrecy Act. Please consider writing primarily what you deem relevant in relation to the requirements of the position. Be mindful of your privacy and avoid providing information that contains sensitive personal data, information about your or others' health, political opinions, or religious beliefs.