Software Developer

Job Details

BIO

We are looking for bright, enthusiastic and committed individuals to work as software developers in one of our customer–facing product teams. Relevant industry experience is preferable but most of all we are looking for bright, enthusiastic and committed individuals with a strong academic background and the ability to learn quickly.

We have a range of roles available, from graduate entry through to experienced developers. We are interested in hearing from anyone who can make a strong contribution to our work.

What you could be doing for us:

Depending on your project assignment and level of experience, you may work on some or all of the following:

• High performance application design and development in Java and related languages.
• Developing and deploying software which typically includes low level development (eg real–time software, drivers, embedded software etc.) and requires an understanding of the underlying hardware systems.
• Managing technical tasks/projects and people
• Be involved in customer–facing delivery, sometimes to challenging deadlines.
• Customer–facing technical consultancy
• Have a strong interest in expanding technical knowledge both in areas of core expertise and more generally.
• Work towards gaining the experience required to take technical lead roles.
• Mentoring and coaching junior colleagues

What background are we looking for?

We are looking for ambitious, high–calibre people with the following characteristics:

Essential:

• Highly motivated with a strong academic background typically in Engineering, Physics or Mathematics with a 2:1 or 1st class degree. PhD applicants also encouraged.
• Proven problem–solving skills
• Broad interest in wireless technology, embedded systems and awareness of latest industry developments.
• Ability to multi–task and stay organised in a dynamic work environment
• Excellent team working abilities
• Ability to learn quickly
• Ability to produce high–quality software
• Understanding of low–level computing concepts
• Java experience
• SC Cleared

Desirable:

• Development on and for Linux based embedded systems
• Range of other development skills, including C (for embedded systems), Java, HTML5, React/Redux, Python, GDB.
• Modern software development methodologies such as Agile and Test Driven Development
• Proven track record of successfully delivering high quality software solutions
• Understanding of radio communication systems and concepts