Senior Hydrodynamic Specialist – Software development

Location:
Oslo, Norway
Business:
Digital Solutions
Position type:
Full Time
Contract type:
Permanent Employee
Job ID:
5155
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Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About Digital Solutions

We provide engineering software tools and enterprise solutions for managing risk to improve safety and performance across industries, including the maritime, energy, and healthcare sectors. Research, development, implementations and partnerships with our customers have earned us the position as a trusted third-party vendor of software and services. We are accelerating the pace of transition toward the digitalization of systems and software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions to give customers the efficiency and flexibility of the cloud, including the power and insights from advanced analytics. 

About the role

Would you like to be part of a dedicated team that develops desktop and cloud software solutions for hydrodynamic and strength assessment of offshore and maritime structures?

The Product Line Renewables and Ocean Structures (ROS) is seeking an experienced hydrodynamic specialist with software development competence to be part of developing Sesam hydrodynamic programs. DNV Sesam software (https://www.dnv.com/sesam) is a global market leader in the maritime and oil & gas industries. As the world transitions towards renewable energy, Sesam is becoming key for the design and operation of fixed and floating offshore wind turbine (OWT) structures. You will be involved in challenging work to enhance the methodology, efficiency, and user experience of the Sesam workflows for maritime, offshore, and renewable structures.

Your primary responsibility will be to work as a software developer to enhance and renew our hydrodynamic software as part of the hydrodynamic team. The Sesam hydrodynamic software include HydroD, hydrodynamics solvers (Wadam, Wasim, Wajac), and associated tools.

The team is part of Software Engineering ROS which consists of 60+ dedicated developers and engineers in multiple locations such as Oslo, Bristol, Shanghai, and Gdynia. You will be part of a motivated team of domain experts, professional software engineers, software testers, product managers, and technical support engineers who pride themselves on delivering high-quality software. You will have the opportunity to solve hard and interesting problems.

The position is located in our office in Norway, Oslo (Høvik).

Main Responsibilities:

  • Coding and development of our Sesam hydrodynamic solvers and associated tools used for hydrodynamic and strength assessment of maritime, offshore and renewable structures
  • Maintain cutting-edge expertise in hydrodynamics and proactively drive thought leadership by scouting and integrating emerging methods and technologies
  • Assist product manager, marketing and sales to understand customers’ needs in technical perspectives, including participation in meetings with customers
  • Improve computational performance of Sesam hydrodynamic solvers and tools through profiling, code and algorithm optimization, and parallelization.
  • 3rd line support for hydrodynamic solutions
  • Understand customer needs for improving the performance and user experience of Sesam software engineering workflows
  • Contribute to improving our automated build and test systems
  • Delivery on scope and schedule according to requirements
  • Dealing with technical debt and maintain technical health

What we offer
  • The opportunity to use AI, like GitHub Copilot, as an integral part of your daily workflow
  • A strong company culture with an emphasis on competence development
  • Competence development through individual development plans, including learning from development communities and dedicated training programs
  • Great colleagues who value teamwork and support
  • Free commuter bus from Sandvika and Skøyen
  • Scenic work environment by the sea at Høvik
  • Social events and team-building activities
  • Interesting and challenging tasks
  • International working environment
  • 6 weeks of vacation
DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

About you

Position Qualifications:

Must Have:

  • MSc or PhD in hydrodynamics, Naval Architecture or a similar domain
  • 5-10 years’ experience within the relevant domain and industries
  • Familiar with frequency domain and time domain theory in hydrodynamic analysis.
  • Motivation for software development
  • Some software development experience in one of the following languages: Fortran, C++, C#
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships
  • Solution-oriented and proactive

Nice to Have:

  • Professional software programming experience in one of the following languages: Fortran, C++, C#
  • Familiarity with Sesam or similar hydrodynamic tools
  • Familiarity with software development frameworks like Agile/Scrum
  • Familiarity with DNV rules and RPs or relevant standards
Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices.

Benefits

Profit Share

Du blir en del av vår globale overskuddsdelingsordning, som betyr at vi deler suksessen vår som selskap. Når vi gjør det bra, gjør du det også. Dette er en del av vår totale kompensasjon hvert år og avhenger av årsresultatene våre.

Personlig utvikling

Du får mange muligheter til å lære og vokse. Enten det handler om å bygge nettverk, få ressurser til å planlegge og nå dine karrieremål, eller ha frihet til å følge din egen nysgjerrighet – vi sørger for at du kontinuerlig utvikler deg.

Formålsdrevet organisasjon

Du blir en del av et verdensledende selskap med et tydelig formål: å verne liv, verdier og miljø. Du får muligheten til å bidra til å møte globale endringer gjennom arbeidet ditt.

Konkurransedyktige betingelser

Vi legger vekt på balanse mellom jobb og fritid og tilbyr fleksibel arbeidstid og arbeidssted, seks ukers ferie, subsidiert kantine, konkurransedyktig pensjonsordning, forsikringer og en global overskuddsdelingsordning.

Støttende kultur

Vi gir deg muligheter til å bygge relasjoner gjennom sosiale og profesjonelle nettverk. Vårt største fellesskap, CONNECT, arrangerer sosiale sammenkomster og uformelle treff gjennom hele året.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

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Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

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Application Process

FAQs

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e. university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing. 

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role. 

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

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Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.