Summary: Fantastic opportunity to work with a leading independent games developer, Cambridge, to £40k + bonus + share options + excellent benefits.

This growing independent company specialises in a cutting-edge technology development for gaming clients worldwide. They have an impressive track record, are critically acclaimed and have sold many millions of copies. They're expanding in all areas to deliver on existing projects and to kick off new ones.

These key roles are to get involved in all aspects of system architecture, design and implementation, and to fully contribute to a dynamic, creative and fun environment, working with advanced technology on the leading consoles, collaborating with talented artists, animators, programmers, designers and producers.

Your background: either a good degree, or solid track record, in Computer Science, Maths or Physics; and possible specialisation in one of the following fields: 3D graphics and shaders, animation, physics, AI, audio, networking, low-level code and optimization.

Industry experience is not essential, but passion and enthusiasm are.

You must have advanced understanding of C++ and object oriented programming; and be well organized, and capable of code design. Experience of DirectX Graphics, console toolchains, GUI APIs, LUA scripts, and/or ASM are all useful.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with some excellent people in a great working environment with strong career opportunities with a stable and professional yet exciting and dynamic company.

Don't delay - apply today!

Keywords: C++, OOP, Cambridge, 3D Graphics, Games, DirectX, GUIAPIs, LUA Scripts, Networking.

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Summary: Strong C++/OOP skills needed by established software company, Cambridgeshire, to £40k.

This established company seeks a number of programmers to write platform independent code using their proprietary game engine and technology. With either a good degree, or solid track record, in Computer Science, Maths or Physics, you will have possible specialisation in one of the following fields : 3D graphics and shaders, animation, physics, AI.

You must have advanced understanding of C++ and object oriented programming. Any experience of DirectX Graphics, console toolchains, GUI APIs, LUA scripts, and/or ASM will be useful.

Keywords: C++, OOP, Games, Cambridge, Object Oriented.

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An exceptional opportunity to to kick-start your career in Mechanical Engineering by joining a global leading name in high-tech consumer goods. Cambridgeshire, to £30k + benefits.

A position has arisen with our client based in Cambridgeshire for a Mechanical Engineer to join their R&D team.

It will be your responsibility to:

- Define the architecture of future products
- Ensure products are designed to maximise eco-design with consideration for sustainability and end of life
- Continually look for best practice in your area of competence and identify opportunities to implement; share best practice with colleagues globally
- Ensure design database is maintained
- Ensure products are optimally designed for manufacturing and assembly
- Generate or modify drawings and provide technical support in line with manufacturing requests
- Establish and build strong working relationships with internal and external partners
- Help in development of suitable project packaging to include use of sustainable packaging solutions

You will have:

- A degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar
- Previous experience in or knowledge of Design for Manufacturing
- Knowledge in common plastics and metal materials used in mechanical design
- Understanding of CAD
- Understanding of injection moulding technologies would be ideal
- Good communication skills

Keywords: Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, high-tech, New Product Development, Consumer Goods, High Volume, Manufacturing, DfM, CAD, injection moulding, Cambridgeshire, to £30k

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Summary: This high-tech consultancy seeks high calibre experimental physicists to work on a range of projects, Cambridge, to £50k.

This high growth consultancy seeks a number of experimental physicists to join a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers, developing leading edge technologies such as microfluidics, optics, micro-mechanical devices and products such as medical diagnostics, fuel cells, displays and sensors for a range of markets from healthcare to consumer products.

You will work as an experimental physicist applying skills to create innovative solutions to real-world problems within technically demanding technology and product development projects. You will also participate in the client interface, communication and management and take responsibility for best in class project delivery.

You must have a 1st or 2.1 degree in physics with an applied PhD from a leading institute; broad experience in experimental physics, preferably including: sensors, actuators, optics/optoelectronics, fluidics; and very good oral and written communication, presentation, and team skills. Project management and commercial experience will be an advantage.

Keywords: 1st, 2.1, PhD, Cambridge, Experimental Physics, Sensors, Medical Devices, Consultant.

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Summary: 1st, 2.1 and A’s & B’s minimum at A level for Software Database Development, London, to £highly competitive superb benefits.

This growing R&D company specialises in leading edge algorithmic software development for finance. Small, high-quality development teams work closely with quant researchers, IT infrastructure, operations staff and business management to enhance the algorithmic trading platform and associated applications. These include tools for research, data management, simulation & back-testing, counterparty communication and monitoring.

They now seek an experienced Software Developer with significant database design and development experience. They build and maintain several large databases for comprehensive, yet complicated, datasets; well beyond average industry needs. This is primarily achieved with a combination of high-grade software skills and database cunning. They are interested in high-calibre software developers with proven experience of the software development cycle and top-notch software skills, who also have a strong background and/or interest in data modelling and theory, e.g. someone whose university data theory courses captured their imagination and shaped their career, or someone who knows, and is enthusiastic about the nitty-gritty of relational data theory and specifics of RDBMS use.

Essentially they seek a bright spark, someone who has direct, coal-face, experience with software development and its associated problem-solving, and who also delights in the process and everything technological. In this case, they need someone who has hands-on experience building, populating and optimising large datasets and databases, with an interest and enthusiasm in the whole process, from theory through to the fine detail of commercial application. Developers who have dealt with colossal non-financial datasets (e.g. large scientific projects etc; large dataset informational services.)

With excellent academics, as above, in Computer Science or similar, you must have extensive ability to develop high quality software, good working knowledge of SQL. Understanding and experience of a database programming language (Transact-SQL, or maybe PL/SQL on Oracle) is essential – including an appreciation for its limitations and appropriate uses. Experience of C#/.Net; or at least some familiarity with C#/.Net and a background in Java or C++. Appreciation of good software architecture and core algorithms & data structures.

Keywords: 2.1, 1st, SQL, RDBMS, C#, .Net, C++, Java, London, Finance.

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Summary: Top high tech consultancy seeks bright ambitious Software or Hardware Engineers for medical devices projects, Cambridge, to £45k

This growing consultancy seeks a number of engineers to join their group focussing on drug delivery devices, manufacturing systems, diagnostic instrumentation and surgical technology. You must have the ability to hit the ground running and be immediately effective in technically challenging projects where you can contribute to, and/or lead demanding assignments.

With at least a 2.1 Hons degree from a good university in Electronics or Computer Science, with excellent communication skills, a good mixture of analytical, experimental and creative capabilities and a strong track record (or demonstrable interest) in medical device development.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in this stimulating technology environment with professional career development possible into a variety of technical, business and leadership roles.

Keywords: Consultant, 1st, 2.1, Medical Devices, Software, Hardware, Cambridge.

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Summary: Aerosol Scientist, top company working in drug delivery and medical device technologies, Cambridge, to £50k.

Our client is seeking a bright, ambitious aerosol scientist to create, analyse and develop new medical technologies. The successful candidate will be expected to make a solid contribution to a group with core business in drug delivery devices, manufacturing systems and surgical technology. You will take a leading role in the medical applications of aerosol science, working with engineers and other aerosol scientists in the design and development of novel technologies, products and analysis techniques.

You must have a 1st or 2.1 degree in physical sciences or a related engineering discipline with subsequent experience in aerosol science, demonstrated ability to generate, analyse and interpret aerosol analysis and test data, ideally a proven track record of working in the medical field and more specifically in drug delivery/pharma, strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills with sound working knowledge of aerosol principles and characterisation, highly interactive interpersonal skills for effective communication with project team members, clients, and expertise with CFD; you will likely also be familiar with one or more of C, FORTRAN, Mathematica, MATLAB, or similar.

Keywords: Aerosol, Cambridge, 2.1, 1st, drug delivery, medical device CFD.

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Summary: PhD level Software Engineer with fluids experience for FORTRAN development, military applications, Scotland, to £35k.

This growing company has two sites in the UK and this new role is to join a growing team based in Fife. You will be developing FORTRAN code for computational fluid dynamics applications for military / government applications including explosives and propellants. You must have a PhD in Maths/Physics/Engineering or similar plus a good engineering degree and have written code in FORTRAN. You must also have fluids experience and skills in Open MPI or MPI. You will also be comfortable with military/government applications and, due to level of security clearance required for this role, you MUST be a British national.

This is an excellent opportunity to join this growing company at the cutting edge of CFD.

Keywords: Scotland, Fife, PhD, FORTRAN, CFD, Maths, Physics, Fluids, Open MPI, MPI.

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Summary: Usability, Human Factors design, growing company, Cambridge, to £50k.

Our client is seeking bright, ambitious user centred design engineers to help create, analyse and develop new medical technologies. The successful candidates will be expected to make a solid contribution to a group with core business in drug delivery devices, manufacturing systems, diagnostic instrumentation and surgical technology.

You will have:
· a 1st or 2.1 degree in engineering followed by a postgraduate qualification in industrial design (with an emphasis on usability), human factors, user centred design or similar;
· in depth knowledge of human factors and user centred design;
· experience of conducting user research;
· a track record of medical product development;
· a background in some of the following - psychology, ethnography, inclusive design or ergonomics; and
· an understanding of or experience in FDA/MDD legislation on human factors would be beneficial.

Keywords: Usability, Human Factors, 1st, 2.1, MSc, PhD, Cambridge, FDA/MDD.

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Summary: Embedded C and Win CE skills needed by precision engineering company, Suffolk, to £highly competitive + benefits.

This growing company design and manufacture high end precision products and systems for a wide range of industries including aerospace, automotive, telecoms and mass manufacturing.

They now seek a dynamic embedded engineer to design and develop current and new product ranges playing a practical, hand on role in the product design and specification. They are seeking applications from engineers with .NET embedded Win CE C# experience preferably coupled with embedded software skills in C for embedded 8 and 16 bit micros. An ability to design, develop and understand real time high end hardware would also be advantageous. You will be joining a multi disciplinary engineering team developing precision high end electro mechanical products for a broad range of hi-tech industries. Project management and an ability to mentor junior engineers would also be advantageous.

A minimum of 5 years experience with qualifications in some or all of the following subject areas would be particularly desirable:-

Embedded Windows CE development
MS Visual Studio .NET
Embedded microprocessor design – 8 through to 32bit systems
C programming
Analogue and digital design skills
Power Electronic design – High power, high voltage, switch mode
Project Management
Man management
3D mechanical design
Dynamic mechanical modelling

Keywords: Embedded C, Embedded WinCE, Suffolk, Microprocessors, Precision Engineering.

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