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We at Global Maritime Services Ltd (GMS) are looking for an experienced Principal Software Engineer, comfortable with using languages and software development frameworks such as C/C++, Qt, Python, Javascript / React, and WebAssembly, and capable of leading and driving progress for a team of developers. We are looking for someone passionate about combining the skills of software design, development, and programming with technical project management. Additionally, the individual in this role will manage software development, implementation, and deployment for various ongoing projects. This position will report directly to the Chief Technical Officer (CTO).

Founded in 2008, GMS is an established service provider specializing in marine consulting/ end user advising to EU and UK funded projects. Our team includes Master Mariners/Captains with over 50 years of experience in the maritime industry, and 30+ years in the LNG/FSRU industry alone. Since 2008, we have taken part in over 10+ large maritime projects privately and co-funded by Horizon 2020/Horizon Europe for a total amount of 30+ million euros. We are a part of a consortium of companies with a total of 40 employees, with 10 team members employed under GMS.

We have, together with the consortium of partners, won a project, focused on enhancing safer navigation at Sea, spanning 3.5 years. This project will mark the first step towards autonomous shipping. GMS is co-coordinating this project with Offshore Monitoring Ltd. (OSM) which requires an enthusiastic, challenge-driven individual who can assist the CTO in managing the consortium´s team of software developers.

For more details about the company and the services it offers, you may visit our website at www.globalmaritimeservices.com. You may also visit the website of the main coordinator of the project at www.offshoremonitoring.com

Responsibilities

• Managing the software development/technical team, and dedicating time to training, mentoring, and providing technical guidance to junior software developers / engineers
• Experience of Technical Project Management and organizing the workflow for the team of developers
• Plan and conduct team meetings and feedback sessions to discuss projects, brainstorm ideas, and put forward solutions to any issues
• Managing/overseeing design, development, testing, and maintenance of software applications, and optimizing deployment pipeline
• Managing the maintenance of code repositories, and CI / CD facilities including automated testing, and technical documentation
• Implementing and ensuring compliance with coding standards
• Assist in managing a variety of tasks, prioritize a heavy workload with multiple priorities, and meet targets
• Attend meetings (virtually and in person abroad) with other groups in the organization and possible clients, conferences, and trainings as required

About you:

• Academic background in software engineering, computer science or related discipline
• At least 5+ years of hands-on software development experience
• Strong working experience of establishing / supporting software infrastructure based on Linux/Unix, Docker, Containers, GitHub, CI/CD best practices
• Hands-on expertise writing code in some of the software development technologies that we work with: C/C++, Qt, Python, Javascript / React, WebAssembly.
• Prior experience of managing a team will be preferred
• Experience / exposure to scientific programming (data analytics, computer vision, machine learning, etc.) will be a plus
• Ability to multitask and a keen eye for detail
• Ability to collaborate with a multi-lingual and multi-cultural international team
• Analytical thinking, strategic planning and ability to problem solve and develop solutions
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and time management skills

We offer:

• Full-time remote/hybrid working arrangement with some travel requirements
• Opportunities to be part of finding solutions to the challenges the industry is facing today
• Insight into the rapidly changing Maritime Industry
• Work in a dynamic team of developers with multiple skill sets
• Supportive work culture with new and innovative visions for future development
• Market competitive salary
• Performance based bonuses
• Professional development and training opportunities

To Apply:

If you are interested, please send in your resume at [email protected] to the Project Coordinator – OSM (Offshore Monitoring) with the position you are applying for in the subject. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We at GMS are looking for a talented UI/UX Designer passionate about researching, designing, testing, and applying user-centric products and experiences.

Founded in 2008, GMS is an established service provider specializing in marine consulting/ end user advising to EU and UK funded projects. Our team includes Master Mariners/Captains with over 50 years of experience in the maritime industry, and 30+ years in the LNG/FSRU industry alone. GMS has also participated in 10+ large maritime R&D projects privately and co-funded by Horizon 2020/Horizon Europe for a total amount of 30+ million euros. We are a part of a consortium of companies with a total of 40 employees, with 10 team members employed under GMS.

We, together with a consortium of partners, have won a project, focused on enhancing safer navigation at Sea, spanning 3.5 years. This project marks the first step towards autonomous shipping. As co-coordinators of this project, we are looking to engage a creative, and enthusiastic individual who can help us enhance design and user experience of our products.

For more details about the company and the services it offers, you may visit our website at www.globalmaritimeservices.com. You may also visit the website of the main coordinator of the project at www.offshoremonitoring.com

Responsibilities

As a UI/UX Designer your responsibilities will include:

Essential:

• Collaborating with the in-house cross-functional team members and stakeholders to gather requirements and create inclusive user experience
• Organize and lead research to ensure users are integral to the design process
• Translate complex technical information into engaging and easy-to-understand digital content that meets the needs of the target audience
• Quickly and iteratively produce sketched concepts, user journeys, wireframes, and interactive prototypes that reflect user needs
• Create surveys to gather feedback on users’ ease of use and satisfaction interfacing on company product
• Identify and troubleshoot UX problems. Use analytics and metrics to make informed design decisions.

Desirable:

• Use recent studies and findings to establish the best overall design elements to include in UX design experiences
• Evaluate and recommend the latest and most suitable UX tools and ensure our processes follow the best UX standards and practices

About you:

• Minimum 2-3 years of end-user design experience in a dynamic environment
• Intuitive grasp of UI and usability best practices, emerging trends, and constraints
• Strong portfolio of UX solutions with exceptional visual design and solid information architecture
• Advanced proficiency with design (photoshop/illustrator/Sketch/Adobe XD) and prototyping tools (Azure, InDesign, or equivalent)
• Ability to prioritize and manage several milestones and projects efficiently
• Experience creating storyboards and product prototyping
• Great communication, organization, and presentation skills and a passion for problem solving/process improvement
• Ability to collaborate with a multi-lingual geographically dispersed team and customers
• Knowledge of Teams will be considered a plus
• Ability to multitask and a keen eye for detail
• Highly motivated with an ability to work in a team and independently

We offer:

• Full-time remote/hybrid working arrangement with some travel requirements
• Opportunity to be a part of finding solutions to the challenges the industry is facing today
• Insight into the rapidly changing Maritime Industry
• Supportive work culture with new and innovative visions for future development
• Market competitive salary
• Performance based bonuses
• Professional development and training opportunities

To Apply:

If you are interested, please send in your resume to the Project Coordinator – OSM (Offshore Monitoring) at [email protected] with the position you are applying for in the subject. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.