They are currently looking for a Senior Software Test Developer to design, implement and execute manual and automated tests.  You will work with developers to coordinate the design, implementation and testing of features.

Note: Although some manual testing is involved, the main focus is on the design and development of a comprehensive set of automated tests using an internally-developed Python-based test automation framework.  We will consider candidates with a strong manual testing background who are interested in acquiring test automation experience.

We are specifically interested in candidates who can demonstrate experience in the following:
· QA/Software Test
· Unix/Linux

Knowledge of the following technologies would be advantageous:
· Networking
· Scripting to support and build automated tests
· Python or similar scripting language
· SQL
· HTML/XML
· Testing network/internet based systems
· Virtualisation and its use as a deployment and test vehicle
· Automated test frameworks or environments

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Acclaimed technology company is looking to recruit a Senior Software Developer to join them in their new headquarters in Cambridge. As part of their growth plans, the Senior Software Developer will join a multi-disciplinary team to work on their software suite and associated databases, comprising of software and algorithm development. Key responsibilities will include: Gaining expertise in the software suite code base; implementation and design of new modules and features; assistance to support teams; and the contribution for software improvements and optimisations.

Key requirements:
- Degree educated (1st/2.1 in software, computer science, engineering or similar).
- Excellent proven design and development experience using Visual Studio C++ for scientific/technical software applications.
- Experience in ideally 2 or more of the following: Design and development of Windows Graphical User Interfaces (GUI); Development of unit tests for software modules; Design of database schemas and development for relational databases; Build and release according to planned schedules; and Optimising code to improve performance.
- Further experience in: Web application development; C#; STL and Boost; Source code control systems; Software development within TickIT or ISO; and Algorithm development would be highly beneficial.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an exciting phase of this leading company, utilising software skills alongside a keen interest in technology and science. Senior Software Developer – Visual Studio C++, Windows development, GUI, Relational databases, C# / STL / Boost / Algorithms. Cambridge, £35,000 to £50,000 DOE + Benefits.

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To meet the requirements of this role you will have:

•           An excellent first degree or PhD in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science or a related discipline

•           Proven ability of strong mathematical skills and interest in applying mathematics to solve problems

•           Imaginative and inquisitive mind, eager to learn new skills and to develop solutions for interesting and complex problems

•           Good communication skills

•           Good software engineering skills

In addition, any experience of the following will also be beneficial:

•           Knowledge and experience of the application of Bayesian Inference in processing systems

•           Experience of using C and MATLAB

•           Experience in algorithm design, ideally in a signal processing environment

•           Experience in implementation in hardware or software, ideally in signal processing systems

Graduates with industrial experience or recent graduates with relevant academic course or research experience are welcomed.

Due to the nature of the work, it will be necessary to obtain security clearance for the successful applicant, and therefore the applicant must hold UK nationality.

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With a science or engineering background and ideally some commercial experience working in a professional services or technical environment, this is the opportunity to join an experienced team and make your move into Technical Consulting or Project Management.

Supporting projects managers and business teams, your role will be varied and will include:

-           Monitoring the progress of project activity

-           Manage project budgets, expenses and invoices

-           Liaising with clients on project issues

-           Communicating project or resource issues to the project manager and divisional management

-           Planning and coordinating project meetings

-           Liaising with suppliers and sub-contractors on project related issues

-           Working with the sales and marketing teams

-           Monitoring the compliance of project teams with quality management systems

To be considered, you will be highly numerate, able to deal with complex data and have first-class organisational skills. Knowledge of quality management systems, especially in a medical or pharmaceutical environment useful but not essential (e.g. ISO9001, ISO13485, GLP, GMP).

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Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

•           Demonstrable experience in an engineering or solution architecture role.

•           Exposure to the CDN/Video distribution industry.

•           An ability to communicate clearly and articulately with customers

•           Familiarisation with current video distribution technologies, codecs, containers and player technology.

•           Experience in software engineering, or similar technical background.

•           Strong networking/IP background and knowledge, including network design and network topology.

With a passion for technology and content (particularly video) distribution, you will be able to demonstrate a detailed technical knowledge in some of the following areas:

Content Delivery Networks (CDN), Digital Media Delivery, web technologies (HTML, TCP/IP, JavaScript, CSS, PHP, PERL), delivery protocols (RTSP, RTMP, HTTP, P2P) client-server technology, Unix/Linux/Windows platform familiarization, Streaming and media applications (Flash, Silverlight, Apple, DASH), security and DRM considerations, Network technology (topology, TCP, IP, BGP/IGP, Anycast), OSS/BSS integration points (SNMP, MiBs).

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Skills, Qualifications & Experience:

•           The candidate will have good writing skills and an understanding of the part that documentation plays in complex software products. Previous experience of networking and telecoms would be useful.

Competencies:

•           experience of producing customer-facing documentation and writing task-based user guides

•           can understand the target audience, hunt down the information that's relevant to their needs, and present it to them clearly

•           is able to work as part of a team and take ownership of a significant part of the team’s output

•           is a self starter, able to work effectively under pressure

•           can take ownership of documentation components and update them consistent with the quality and timescale objectives required by the business

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They are looking for an App Developer who will be responsible for developing mobile apps and SDKs for their range of consumer and business to business products.

The role will involve:

•           Developing applications and software development kits for iOS, Android and other smartphone platforms

•           Implementing interfaces to internal and third party servers

•           Producing and configuring demo apps for clients

•           Managing and prioritising multiple tasks

Essentials skills:

•           A solid understanding of object oriented design

•           Good grasp of the whole development lifecycle

•           Understanding of software version control and problem tracking

•           Extensive experience of iOS development using Xcode

and/or

•           Extensive experience of Android development using Eclipse

•           Experience of commercially releasing iOS and/or Android apps

•           Ability to produce clear, informative supporting documentation

Desirable skills:

•           Experience of client/server, relational database and low-level audio on iOS and/or Android Experience of Symbian, BlackBerry and/or Windows Phone development

•           Expertise in other languages (particularly HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP)

•           UI design

•           Android JNI

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This innovative scientific software company works with academic and industry leaders across a wide range of sectors (aerospace, energy, medical and many more). With continuing growth they’re now looking for a bright German speaking Application Engineer to demonstrate and implement their scientific software products.

This is a unique opportunity for the right candidate to utilise their engineering knowledge and German language skills to understand customers' requirements and support customers in successful software implementations. The Application Engineer can choose to be based in Cambridge or Germany, and will be required to travel to onsite projects and to client sites.

The Application Engineer must be fluent in German and have excellent presentation, communication and project management skills. An excellent degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials or similar (minimum 2.1 Hons) is essential. An in-depth knowledge of MS Office automation software, Excel and databases is required, and experience using VBA is desirable.

Any of the following is advantageous: experience in the installation, setup and management of Windows application software; experience of using or implementing CAD/CAE/PLM software; and direct industry experience (i.e. aerospace, energy, medical).

Keywords: applications engineer, customer facing, materials science, engineer, mechanical engineering, Excel, VBA, databases, scientific software, Cambridge.

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This growing, highly successful company designs, develops and manufactures electronics and software for high precision, cutting edge industrial systems.  This senior role is to join an extremely talented team of software, firmware and electronics engineers to continue their leading edge industrial drive technology, and with the potential to progress to, or for the right candidate to start with, a position of significant leadership responsibility.

Their core hardware products comprise a high speed datapath from a PC using USB. This drives a series of control boards which communicate with a wide variety of mechanical systems. They are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is achievable in order to maintain their market lead, and they hold valuable and protected IP on some of the technologies they use.

You will be familiar with a range of technologies including:

· High speed differential communications (LVDS)
· FPGA plus various types of memory
· Digital and analogue interfaces to various mechanisms - mainly low voltage but some high
· External I/O, mainly RS422/485 to encoders, limit switches etc.
· Power supply design, fixed and controllable

The company is continually expanding their product range with faster and better products needing higher speed data requirements; the next generation is already in the design phase.

You will be an exceptional senior or principal level engineer with a very good degree in an electronics discipline from a top UK university. You will be ready to be involved in all phases of the product development life cycle, and will be expected to take an active hand in the design and development of new products from concept through to manufacture.

Since this role has the potential to blossom into a very senior position for the right candidate, any experience you have in the following will be very valuable:

· Leading product development
· Engineering programme management
· Engineering team leadership
· Mentoring and training senior staff
· Liaising with peers in senior (or director-level) management positions

This is an exciting and challenging role, and for the right candidate the future has no limits on career progression. Their package will be competitive dependent on the benefits you can bring to the company, and includes bonus and company pension scheme.

Keywords: Analogue, Digital, High Speed, FPGA, PCB, Senior, Principal, Director, Cambridge

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Our client has been trailblazing the technology landscape with a number of innovative products which have been used in global markets for a number of different sectors. As part of their research programme, the Research and Innovation team are looking to implement and develop specific radio communication systems. Joining this team as a Senior Research Engineer, key responsibilities will include: rapid prototyping of technical developments; writing of radio software control code; debugging of complex hardware and software; experimental verification of communication systems’ performance through complex modelling, and technology dissemination / collaboration with internal and external clients.

Key requirements:
- Excellent academic background (1st / 2.1 in Maths / Science / Engineering from a top university).
- Proven knowledge of radio standards / communication development protocols.
- Knowledge of analogue / digital design systems.
- Strong software programming skills (ideally C/C++ and scripting languages like Perl or Python).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think laterally.
- Knowledge of analogue / digital design in mixed mode ASICs; as well as MATLAB / Verilog is highly beneficial.

Utilising both strong technical skills and excellent communication skills, this is an ideal role for a proven Research Engineer with a systems level approach to problem solving – in return be rewarded with an excellent remuneration package. Research & Innovation Engineer – Radio / RF, Comms, C, MATLAB, Modelling, Analogue / Digital Systems, Programming. Cambridge, c£48,000 + Excellent Bens.

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Our client is a Cambridge success story developing innovative semiconductor technology used in a range of electronic products. With continued success they now seek an experienced Senior Product Manager to lead the marketing of semiconductor technology within the automotive sector.

The Senior Product Manager will work with engineering, finance and sales groups to implement product strategy and manage all aspects of the product lifecycle.  The Senior Product Manager will present products, complete technical specifications and determine competitive positioning.

The Senior Product Manager must have proven experience in product management of high volume semiconductor products, ideally with wireless industry experience. Excellent leadership, decision making skills and a technical understanding are essential.

As well as demonstrable experience, a good academic background with a BSc in Engineering, Science or Maths (minimum 2.1) is required. MBA or CIM qualification and previous experience with cellular apps and in the automotive sector is beneficial.

Keywords: senior product manager, wireless, semiconductors, product management, marketing, automotive, Cambridge.

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Reporting to the Engineering Director, you will be directly responsible for the management of a small team and will also have experience of interfacing with existing and potentially new suppliers.  You will have the opportunity to improve existing procedures and lay foundations for further growth.

Required Skills:
• Degree level education (in a technical and/or business discipline)
• Personnel management experience
• Operations management experience
• Experience of stock administration
• Familiarity with common laboratory test equipment (e.g. DVM, oscilloscope etc)
• Excellent Word / Excel / general PC skills for document management

Useful Experience:
• Electronic / mechanical troubleshooting
• Sage Manufacturing
• SolidWorks CAD / AutoCAD
• Working within an ISO9001 QMS environment
• MRP II principles
• Understanding of global shipping logistics

This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic Production Manager who is methodical and has excellent attention to detail, to join a successful company and ensure a dynamic and effective response to fast changing priorities and situations.

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Our client is a world leading company developing innovative wireless technology used in a diverse range of electronic products.  With continued success they’re now looking for an experienced Software Integration Engineer to join their busy team integrating and testing software components released from different subsystem teams.

This is a varied opportunity developing the test system and the infrastructure for integration testing, and working extensively with different technology teams. The Senior Software Integration Engineer will take the lead in major aspects of projects, develop test plans for and test software releases, and help mentor junior engineers.

The Senior Software Integration Engineer must have significant experience in software testing, test development and scripting / programming (e.g. Perl, Python and others considered).  A good academic record including a BSc in Engineering, Science or Maths (min 2.1) is required.

Experience of agile, embedded software and wireless communication protocols is highly desirable.

Keywords: Senior Software Integration Engineer, scripting, programming, wireless, embedded, test, build, release, agile, Cambridge.

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Developing products for the network / telecommunications sector, our client is looking for a Senior Electronics Design Engineer to take responsibilities in the design of current and next generation communications products for ADC-DAC, FPGA and processor interfaces. Key responsibilities and activities will include: Working closely with other Design Engineers and with product requirements to design and develop electronic solutions (along with any necessary test specifications and implementations); Provide manufacturing documents such as PCB layout, Bills of Materials; Provide engineering support for manufacturing, software development, and test; Management of junior team members, technicians and external contracts.

Key requirements:
- Degree in Electronic Engineering or similar subject.
- Several years of commercial experience in high-speed digital electronics design.
- Proven experience in basic mechanical design and technical drafting and schematic-capture.
- Experience of high-speed PCB design and management of PCB layout.
- Extensive experience in many of the following areas:
o High-speed network interfaces (Ethernet, ATM, E1/T1, SDH/Sonet);
o 32-bit microprocessor systems;
o Embedded software;
o Linux kernel and board support packages; Radio / RF systems;
o FPGAs, CPLDs, High-speed analogue/digital interfaces;
o High-speed clock and signal management including PCB design;
o Power subsystems; Design and test for EMC and Immunity;
o Design for manufacture and test.
- Experience of Pads-Logic schematic-capture and Pads-PCB PCB-layout software is highly desirable.
- Some of the work is to support clients and so in this role some overseas travel would be expected. Further, a clean, valid driving licence would be highly advantageous.

Working on leading hardware technology, the Senior Electronics Design Engineer will join a growing company (driven by strong sales) and engaging with tomorrow’s needs. Senior Electronics Design Engineer – PCB; Networks / Telecomms; High-speed Electronics; Mechanical Design. Cambridge, £DOE + Excellent Benefits.

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Responsibilities

• Help design, develop and maintain GUIs
• Develop requirements through customer interviews and usability tests
• Develop GUI designs through prototypes and collaborative design reviews
• Develop appropriate architecture and implement the designs
• Participate in all team activities such as team planning, design discussions and reviews
• Work effectively with other teams to provide a quality product for our customers

Qualifications Required / Preferred

• A good first degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline from a top tier university.
• A relevant PhD or equivalent experience working in a relevant industry
• Object-oriented application development experience
• Statistics, Optimization, Engineering or other related computational mathematics experience
• Demonstrated ability to ship products to customers
• Proven skills in architecture, design and implementation of user interfaces
• Strong communications skills
• Experience with technical computing languages such as MATLAB or R

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Our client is a Cambridge success story, leading the wireless electronics market.  They’re now looking for an accomplished Senior Software Engineer to play a major role in the development of their wireless products.

This is an excellent opportunity for career advancement in a world leading company. The Senior Software Engineer will be developing embedded and low level software for cutting-edge wireless technology.  The Senior Software Engineer will take ownership of key project components and help mentor junior engineers.

Proven experience developing embedded and low level software in C and Assembler is essential, and knowledge of scripting languages (Perl, Python) is desirable.  An excellent academic record and BSc (minimum 2.1) in Electronics, Software or another science is required.  Good understanding of processor architecture and experience of wireless communication protocols are advantageous.

Keywords: Senior Software Engineer, embedded, low level, electronics, software development, C, Assembler, wireless, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Cambridge.

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This is a great role for an Embedded C programmer with good experience of coding for 8, 16 and 32 bit platforms to work with a successful company in central Cambridge.  You will join a motivated team bringing novel and innovative products to the market place. Working in a professional product development and consultancy environment you will be given a wide variety of responsibility.

As the main Embedded C Software Developer / Software Engineer within this multidisciplinary development team you will be responsible for owning a suite of embedded software and leading its ongoing development and support; developing and deploying new embedded software applications; managing firmware / product release processes / upgrades. Working directly with the Product Manager, you will interface with international partners, deal with customisation requests and evolve a portfolio of innovative products.

A bright, well qualified embedded software developer, you should have an impressive academic record – with an excellent first degree in Electronics, Computer Science or a related subject from a good University. A higher degree MSc / PhD is also advantageous but not essential. You should be highly self motivated, with extensive embedded C programming experience for 8, 16 and 32 bit platforms.  You should have excellent analytical and problem solving skills - along with solid commercial skills in the development and test of embedded software for high volume product lines

In addition to a competitive salary, the role carries a great benefits package including an excellent non-contributory pension scheme and private health care.

Keywords: Embedded C Software Developer / Software Engineer  - C  programmer for 8, 16 and 32 bit platforms, Central Cambridge, £45,000 with good benefits package.

This is a great opportunity to rapidly progress your career with a top quality organisation.

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This growing company specialises in next generation wireless on mobile devices and seeks a highly experienced DSP Team Lead to assist in driving our client’s technical road map through to product development and implementation.  The DSP Team Lead will be involved in the development of DSP software for VLIW-SIMD architectures; design and development of physical layer algorithms for LTE and 3G standards; and the management of a small team (5 - 10 engineers) including contractors and remote-site workers.

With a PhD, 1st or 2.1 minimum from a well ranked university (i.e. with good A level grades as well) you must have:

• 9+ years (or equivalent) DSP algorithms experience (including design and implementation);
• MATLAB algorithm design;
• Embedded C/C++ programming;
• a good understanding of wireless and base station receiver algorithms;
• ability to create end-to-end simulation models;
• Real-time Software Engineering principles;
• an understanding of mobile communications hardware environments and constraints 
               must be familiar with optimizing code for power, size and performance on DSP's/Vector Processors;
• familiarity with software development tools (IDE compilers, debuggers, target trace);
• evidence of technical team management;
• experience of project management and working to tight deadlines;
• Hardware/Software codesign; and
• knowledge of Software Engineering methodologies (Specification, Design, Coding, Test).

The DSP Team Lead will also have excellent personal communication skills and have a real interest in leading edge technology development.

Keywords: DSP, Embedded, C, C++, Cambridge, Team Lead, Wireless, Mobile, PhD, 1st, 2.1.

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This is a superb opportunity for a bright Senior Software Developer with extensive Linux coding skills to work in one of the best R&D software development environments in Cambridge - alongside some of the brightest software engineers – in a commercial software environment that feels more like a university research lab.

You will contribute to the development of leading edge software / new architectures and systems, with an internationally successful software company.  They offer a real "jeans & t-shirts" style set-up in modern, light and airy offices with the latest kit, flexi-time, a good relaxation area, free food and great coffee.

In this very technically challenging role as a Senior Linux / Networking Software Engineer you will join a specialist  development team working on the design and development of new features; debugging of issues that may be complex in nature and span multiple components; making quality improvements to the product by identifying and implementing improvement of areas of fragile code; and representing the development team on Open Source mailing lists.

As an experienced C / Linux developer with an impressive academic record, you should have a strong knowledge of networking and TCP/IP.  You should have a passion for Linux with a good understanding of x86 architecture, fluent in C, and will be comfortable tackling low level code.

Your experience and background in software engineering / development practices, will mean that you understand trade-offs made throughout a project lifecycle.  You should be able to produce clear and thoughtful software designs and communicate these to others.

In addition to an attractive salary, the company offers a comprehensive range of benefits. Applications should be made as soon as possible.

Keywords: Linux internals, networking, TCP/IP, open-source, C / x86 platforms, assembler, x86 architecture, low level coding, Internet / cloud computing, open source, virtualisation, Open Source, Cambridge.

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You will contribute to the development of leading edge software / new architectures and systems, with an internationally successful software company.  They offer a real "jeans & t-shirts" style set-up in modern, light and airy offices with the latest kit, flexi-time, a good relaxation area, free food and great coffee.

The roles would suit a graduate with an outstanding academic record (top qualifications / top university) and solid hands-on software skills,  through to an experienced developer with a proven track record of designing, developing, troubleshooting and debugging complex software applications. Previous experience of working within a product development team is desirable, and some Agile experience is preferred though not essential.

You will work within the .NET 4.0 framework (C#, WCF, PowerShell, WPF). Along with an impressive academic record, the following experience would be great, though not essential:

• Microsoft Systems Center (especially SCVMM, SCCM)
• Microsoft SQL Server
• Hypervisors (e.g. Hyper-V, XenServer, VMware vSphere)
• High availability, high performance enterprise environments
• jQuery

Above all, they seek talented and ambitious developers who will bring creativity and enthusiasm, with a track record of building great products!   

In addition to an attractive salary, the company offers a comprehensive range of benefits. As this client is currently interviewing for the role, applications should be made as soon as possible.

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Keywords: Senior Software Developer, .NET 4.0 framework (C#, WCF, PowerShell, WPF), Microsoft Systems Center (especially SCVMM, SCCM), Microsoft SQL Server, Hypervisors ( Hyper-V, XenServer, VMware vSphere), High availability, high performance enterprise environments,  jQuery, Cambridge.

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Our client is expanding their team of smart, creative Software Engineers to further develop the next stage of internet and cloud computing. They’re looking for an accomplished Linux Kernel Software Engineer with originality and initiative. 

The Software Engineer will enhance the software product and be involved in the design and development of new features. The Software Engineer will be contributing to open source software and debug complex issues.

The Software Engineer must have excellent skills in C, x86 assembler experience and a good understanding of Linux internals (the block, network subsystems, virtual memory management concepts).  An excellent degree (min 2.1) and knowledge of the x86 architecture (MMU, multiprocessor environments, interrupt handling) are essential.

An understanding of virtualization technologies, previous Linux kernel development experience and experience of collaborating on open source software are advantageous, but not essential.

Keywords: software engineer, linux kernel, C, x86 assembler, cloud computing, internet, multiprocessors, Cambridge.

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Our client's flagship product is one of the most renowned, stable, secure, scalable and highly performant virtual platforms in existence today. Active ties are retained with the open source community and top academic institutions, and businesses large and small in many countries. As companies the world over move to "the cloud", virtual machines are a critical part of many infrastructures today, and this is only likely to increase over the coming years.

Our client is seeking highly skilled professionals to join a small, elite "tiger team" of specialists to address the most critical changes to the system. Whether key features, minor enhancements or vital fixes, these changes are critical to the business and hence are being placed in the hands of a new, dedicated team.

You'll be working in a small team of likeminded experts, who collectively and individually liaise with core development teams across the kernel, storage, GUI, platform and API subsystems. You will get to work with customers too, but you can also rely on a dedicated support team who handle all day to day issues and customer enquiries and resolve many requests themselves - only the most critical are passed for your team's consideration.

You'll need:

- A good degree in computer science or a related subject from a reputable university;
- 5+ years of full time, commercial development experience in C or C++; or a PhD offering comparable exposure;
- A basic understanding of the x86 architecture (memory model, style of registers and instruction set, etc.)
- Linux platform experience, including development and scripting;
- Strong problem solving, diagnostic and debugging skills and good attention to detail;
- To be ready to travel a large code base written in a variety of languages;
- Reasonable "soft" skills and a desire to see happy customers.

Ideally, you'll have one of:

- Familiarity with a range of procedural languages including C#, Java, or Python;
- An understanding of functional programming, including knowledge of a language such as F#, Nemerle, Haskell, OCaml, or Lisp;
- Experience working on major Linux kernel subsystems (memory, storage, networking), perhaps including accepted commits (however minor) to the kernel itself;
- A good grasp of the principles, benefits and techniques involved in virtual deployment;
- An understanding of datacenter storage systems (iSCSI, FC, FcOE, storage arrays).

The company offers a relaxed, "R&D" style work environment, where discussion is open and encouraged, along with flexible hours, career mobility and a competitive package, including a pension to which the company contributes a good percentage of salary. We'd love to hear from you.< Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.']]> Network Test Engineer – Linux, Python, Electronics, RF / Microwave, Comms, Networking. Cambridge, £Competitive + Bens.

Due to the growth of the company as a lead provider of networking solutions for the telecommunications sector, they are recruiting an experienced Software Test Engineer to join their team to work on current and next generation networking products. Key responsibilities will include: QA of software releases; Regression testing; Build and maintenance; Assisting in customer issues; Contributing to the execution of Approval Tests (RF, EMC, and Safety).

Requirements:
- Background education in IT / Electronics / Telecomms (ideally to degree level or ISEB certified).
- Proven background and work experience in IP based networking (understanding of TCP/IP, ATM, E1, GSM, or 3G networks a strong benefit).
- Experience testing in a Linux environment, with knowledge of scripting languages (ideally Python or Perl) – additional knowledge of Windows environments and Java would be a plus.
- Exposure / prior experience of practical electronics, microwave radio systems, and hardware test equipment would be beneficial.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, hands-on test engineer to join a progressive high-tech company, and in return be rewarded with a top salary and excellent benefits. If you tick the boxes above, and you’re keen to find out more – contact us for more information. Network Test Engineer – Linux, Python, Electronics, RF / Microwave, Comms, Networking. Cambridge, £Competitive + Bens.

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This is an exciting opportunity to join a superb, Cambridge-based company with huge potential and vision - as a member of a highly motivated team.

You'll have the opportunity for international travel and the chance to work with blue-chip, high-tech companies.

The successful Field Applications Engineer will have a good degree in Computer Science, Electronics or similar, be credible in front of customers and have excellent communication skills.

The role would suit either someone already in an FAE / pre-sales job, or an engineer keen to move into a client facing role.

You'll have experience of software development using C / C++ in a resource-constrained environment, ideally developing multithreaded software for cross-platform use. Any of the following in your CV will strengthen your case: mobile devices, embedded operating systems, networking protocols.

The position carries an attractive package appropriate to qualifications and experience, to include a competitive salary, a 35 hour week, and generous benefits including share options, contributory pension and private healthcare.

Contact us now for full details.

Keywords: Field Applications Engineer, FAE, pre-sales, Computer Science, Electronics, client facing, customer liaison, software development, C, C++, resource-constrained, multithreaded software, RTOS, real-time, cross-platform, mobile devices, embedded operating systems, networking protocols.

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Join a world leading, profitable and expanding company whose products are used by millions of people across the globe.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a superb, Cambridge-based company with huge potential and vision - as a member of a highly motivated team.

The successful C++ Software Engineer will have a good degree in Computer Science or similar, and experience of software development using C++ in a resource-constrained environment, ideally developing networked software for mobile platforms.

Any of the following in your CV will strengthen your case: mobile application development, embedded operating systems, networking protocols, mobile OS, developing multithreaded software for cross-platform use.

The position carries an attractive package appropriate to qualifications and experience, to include a competitive salary, a 35 hour week, and generous benefits including share options, contributory pension and private healthcare.

A range of experience will be considered, from graduate to highly experienced engineer. Excellent career progression prospects.

Contact us now for full details.

Keywords: software development, networked software, mobile platforms, Android, iPhone, BlackBerry, Windows Mobile, Windows CE, Symbian, Qt, Mobile Linux, mobile device architecture, mobile operating system internals, mobile network technologies, development toolkits, C++, Java, network programming, protocol design, user interface design, compression, security, multithreaded programming, graduate, Cambridge.

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With continued success this leading company seek additional high calibre Linux Device Driver software engineers to contribute to their success and innovation. The role offers superb career development opportunities to be part of an innovative and successful company - working alongside very bright and motivated Embedded C software design / development engineers within a real "techie" environment. 

As part of a motivated team, you will work on the design and implementation of network drivers for next generation network controllers - programming in C and ideally assembler on occasion. Liaising closely with their silicon team initially, you will help to refine the design and performance models of next generation silicon devices - before progressing to the full development of production firmware and drivers.

To be successful you will have the ability to quickly understand a complex hardware and software architecture. You will have worked extensively as a Linux Device Driver / Kernel Developer at the hardware / software interface involving Networking in some capacity, programming in C ideally on Linux kernel components.

• PhD, first class or 2:1 from well ranked university
• Extensive hands-on software experience
• Solid knowledge of Linux kernel and device drivers
• Hardware/software codesign and server system architecture understanding
• Ethernet & TCP/IP
• Embedded systems
• PCI-Express, server virtualization (Xen/Vmware/KVM)
• Experience of digital design (EDA tools, Verilog, VHDL) an advantage

In addition to a very competitive salary, depending on experience, the excellent benefits package includes share options, private health / dentistry, critical illness cover and employer contribution to pension.

Keywords: Linux Device Driver / Kernel Developer / Programmer, Silicon Devices / Network Contollers, C, Linux kernel and device drivers, Ethernet, TCP/IP, Embedded systems, PCI-Express, server virtualization.

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This is a superb opportunity for a Senior Software Developer / Engineer to join a small multi-disciplinary product development R&D group of an international company.  They are involved in the innovation, design and development of specialised diagnostic instruments and consumer products.  With rapid growth, they now seek a well-qualified, experienced Software Developer / Engineer

Product technology areas range from Embedded Systems right through to Web / Cloud based Applications. The position offers a great variety of work - from early-stage research through full systems development and manufacture. The projects encompass a wide range of technical disciplines and involve both internal and external (third party) resources worldwide. You will be expected to drive product development forward by turning ideas into software architecture, system designs and implement these on commercial products.

With a very impressive academic record (ideally to postgraduate level with a top university) in a suitable technical / scientific discipline, you should have extensive hands-on software development experience on embedded platform development, ideally for consumer products. Your other skills / experience should include:
 
- Fluency in languages such as C / C++ / Java
- Agile development methodologies
- ARM architectures, RTOS and Linux preferred
- Open Source development, tools and processes
- Experience of wireless and communication technologies / protocols an advantage
- Knowledge of Cloud Computing, Information Architecture and metadata protocols are an advantage
- Proven ability, energy and drive to deliver results

 Your skill set should also ideally include exposure to other related areas associated with multi-disciplinary development projects, such as electronics, mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory / quality control issues.

Keywords: Senior Software Developer, C / C++ / Java - diagnostic instruments, consumer products, embedded, desktop applications, web development, C / Embedded Software development, Electronics, agile development / scrum / extreme programming; Embedded Systems Development, consumer products, Agile methodologies / Scrum / Extreme programming, Open Source development, Telecoms, Cloud Computing, Web Technologies, Information Architecture and Metadata protocols, high-volume consumer products including electronic systems; ARM architectures, RTOS, Linux; Open Source development; wireless and communication technologies / protocols.

Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to.   And of course, we always get your permission befor Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.']]> Lead Software Developer / Team Manager - C / C++ diagnostic instruments / consumer products, embedded, mobile, connected devices

Are you ready to progress your career to a more senior level – with more involvement in the decision making process? Can you offer solid experience in areas such as Agile development, continuous integration / delivery, open source, Linux, recent ARM cores, smart phones and connected devices?

This is a superb opportunity with the small specialist R&D group of an international company involved in the innovation, design and development of diagnostic instruments and consumer products.  With rapid growth, they now seek a well-qualified, experienced Lead R&D Software Developer  / Team Manager.

This is a senior hands-on and lead technical role within the team, where you will take key decisions.  Projects will be wide ranging - from initial investigative research through to full systems development, regulatory submission and third party manufacture.  You will also coordinate project resources to ensure projects timescales, specifications and budgets - helping to build and mentor the technical team. 

With an impressive academic record (ideally to postgraduate level with a top university) in a suitable technical / scientific discipline, you should have extensive hands-on software development experience ideally across multiple technology areas such as Embedded systems (ideally for ARM devices), C / C++, mobile / connected devices, Desktop application (open source, Linux) or Web-based systems.  Your skill set should also include exposure to other related areas associated with multi-disciplinary development projects, such as electronics, mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory / quality control issues. You should have good exposure to modern development methods such as agile development / scrum, continuous integration / delivery etc.

You should have proven abilities in managing and delivering high-value, multi-disciplinary, fast-track product development projects in a global context - providing the leadership, energy and drive to deliver results. Although the majority of your time will be spent in Cambridge, due to the nature of this role and your responsibilities, you should also be willing to travel internationally, on occasion.

Keywords: Lead Software Developer / Team Manager - C / C++, Agile development, continuous integration / delivery, open source, Linux, ARM, smart phones / connected devices; diagnostic instruments, consumer products, embedded, desktop applications, web development, C / Embedded Software development, Electronics, agile development / scrum / extreme programming.

Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to.   And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a c Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.']]> Software Developer - Modelling / CAD
Excellent C/C++, Good academic record PhD / Graduate, Strong Maths

Can you offer solid mathematical and software skills (C/C++) backed by an impressive academic record?  Would you enjoy working as part of a small, motivated team on the development of complex, high-quality geometric modelling software?

This superb company supplies sophisticated Computer Graphics / Visualisation / Modelling software components and consulting services. They offer a dynamic, stimulating and friendly working environment near to central Cambridge.

Ideally you should have at least two years experience in the development of technical or scientific software within a commercial environment.  PhD level candidates with relevant skills will also be considered, but you must be able to demonstrate aptitude and appetite for a career in software development!

Key skills: Software Developer - Geometric Modelling / CAD, Excellent C/C++, Computer Graphics / Visualisation, Good academic record PhD / Graduate, Strong Maths, Cambridge, to 40K + benefits.

Excellent career development prospects for the right candidate.

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C, Assembler, DirectX, OpenGL ES, OpenVG, OpenCL , Android or Windows Phone Cambridge, to c£60k + extensive benefits package

Summary: Very bright, well-qualified and self-motivated Embedded C Software Developer sought - world class Graphics Processor / GPU - solid C coding skills and a good Graphics driver development experience - with DirectX, OpenGL ES or OpenVG.

This role is based at the Cambridge R&D site of a major international company. They offer a superb environment, with a small company feel, where you will work as a member of a talented and motivated team that has fun developing an exciting and world-leading technology.

You will join an expanding graphics group which designs and integrates drivers for a world class Graphics Processor / GPU, working on the leading mobile operating systems. You will be involved in the architecture and implementation of drivers for next generation GPUs.  As Embedded Graphics Driver Developer / Engineer, this role will give you exposure at all levels from the hardware to the upper levels of the software.

In addition to an outstanding academic record (1st / 2.1 from a top University) you should offer a proven track-record in many of the following areas:

•           C and assembler development on an embedded platform;

•            Graphics driver development with DirectX, OpenGL ES or OpenVG;

•           Driver development and experience with OpenCL;

•            Working with other teams and/or customers;

•            Working with embedded operating systems such as Android or Windows Phone;

•            Working closely with hardware designers and RTL.

In addition to a competitive salary, the role offers a wide ranging benefits package which includes 10% pension contribution (no employee contribution necessary), BUPA for self and family, Share Scheme.

Keywords: Embedded Graphics Driver Developer / Engineer, C, Assembler, Graphics driver development, Graphics Processor / GPU , DirectX, OpenGL ES, OpenVG, OpenCL , Android or Windows Phone Cambridge, RTL., Cambridge, Low Level Embedded C, C fluency for embedded applications.

Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest  - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to.   And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

Our client is a highly-regarded company in scientific information systems, working with a variety of industry leaders world-wide. They now seek a Scientist or Engineer with engineering materials knowledge and enthusiasm for software to provide technical consultancy services to their wide-ranging customers.

The Scientist / Engineer will work closely with technical and commercial teams, and with valued customers to understand their requirements, data, processes and IT infrastructure. The Scientist / Engineer will manage projects, along with training, and design and develop scientific information systems to customer specifications. Travel to customer sites (mainly Europe and Asia) is expected and language skills (ideally German, Japanese) are beneficial.

The Scientist / Engineer will have an outstanding Bachelors or higher degree (e.g. PhD) in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or related science. Excellent presentation, interpersonal and organisational skills are essential. Strong computer skills (advanced Excel, VBA and modelling skills), database experience and industry experience are distinct advantages.

Apply today for this excellent opportunity for a Graduate / PhD-level scientist to make that move into industry!

Due to the nature of the work, candidates need to qualify for security clearance and thus must have lived in the UK for at least the last 10 years.

Keywords: Consultant, materials, scientist, engineer, database, software, information systems, Excel, VBA, German, Japanese.

Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to.   And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

A leading semiconductor design company, our client are seeking a proven Digital Design Engineer to provide expertise in RTL programming and methodologies for digital design and verification. In this senior position, key responsibilities will include: resource coordination and liaison with other departments / external suppliers to provide key contributions for design, implementation and verification; ensure quality of work; and provide technical expertise.

Requirements:

- Degree educated with a track record in designing complex digital circuits under minimal supervision, and delivering complex tasks on schedule.
- Fully competent with past history in RTL coding, digital design and verification.
- Provide leadership and mentor less experienced members of the group.
- Good communication skills and ability to coordinate with different groups and departments.
- Further skills / experience in FPGA design for ASIC emulations; RF design for SoC ASIC; or development in Embedded C are highly beneficial.

Based in modern offices in Cambridge, this is an excellent opportunity for the successful applicant to progress their career, taking in key responsibilities and in return be rewarded with an excellent remuneration package. Senior Digital Design Engineer – RTL, verification, semiconductor, FPGA / ASIC, lead, mentoring. Cambridge, c£60,000 + Benefits.

Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.
 
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This international company are looking for a highly talented Software Developer to participate in all stages of software design.  You will have exceptional attention to detail, and have a track record of delivering high quality, efficient software.

Qualifications:

Required: You will have an exceptional academic background with a good degree from a top rated university and ideally a PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or Mathematics.  You will have strong OOD skills; preferably C++.

Preferred: You will have a good working knowledge of Java and be familiar with numerical modelling products.

Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest  - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to.   And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

Our client is a leading Cambridge company providing online financial services to consumers and businesses worldwide. The company is expanding and hence looking for a principal-level developer to join their team.

As a principal engineer you will take key responsibility for the design and development of a range of online services and supporting Java software using modern, Agile processes. You will make use of your expertise when taking the lead on new projects, collaborating with your peers and in mentoring less experienced developers. You will help guide development and quality processes, refine user stories into technical requirements and tasks, and decide where unit tests are required and to what degree.

You will need a good degree in computer science or a related discipline from a red brick university. You will have at least five years commercial experience with Java, including server side web application development such as servlets and/or JSP, likely with Apache Tomcat.

You will have excellent SQL skills, including not only basic select, create, update, delete but also an understanding of joins, nested queries and the like. You will be familiar with the deployment of Java web applications on Linux / Unix systems.

Ideally, you will have some Oracle experience and past experience with Agile / Scrum approaches to development using Java, whether as a team member or team lead / ScrumMaster.  Any experience in the financial domain, and particularly with card payment processing, would be an advantage, but is not required.

The company offers a friendly work environment, challenging projects and an excellent benefits package including a pension scheme, private health and dental care, life assurance and childcare vouchers. We'd love to hear from you.

Keywords: Java, SQL, Unix, Agile, Scrum, Oracle, web, servlet, JSP, Cambridge

Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest  - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

Our client is a specialist scientific software company providing a unique solution for scientific clients in academia and industry world-wide. With continued growth, they are now looking for an accomplished UI Engineer to design and implement high quality user interfaces.

The UI Engineer will be passionate about great UIs, with an exceptional eye for design and user experience.  The UI Engineer must have good commercial experience with web technologies and of coding complex algorithms using JavaScript and supporting libraries.  An excellent knowledge of DHTML, CSS, jQuery (or similar) is essential, as well as a top degree (min 2.1) from a recognised university.

Beneficial experience includes applications development for smart phones, Agile, usability testing, and XML and XSLT skills.

Keywords: UI, applications, agile, DHTML, CSS, jQuery, algorithms, user interface, software, design, web technology, usability, JavaScript, XML, XSLT.

Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest  - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to.   And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

• Embedded software development on a variety of microcontroller and processors (Microchip PIC/dsPIC, TI MSP 430s and ARM cores
• Analogue design (transistor level, and device level designs) , high speed digital (microcontroller, DSP, FPGA etc), power electronics, ultra-low power design techniques
• Signal / image processing, feedback control including robotics, algorithm development and implementation
• Safety-critical, including medical, software design

Experience & Qualifications

Candidates will have a 2.1 or above in software / electronics engineering or a similar degree
• Experience of embedded C programming in resource-constrained systems;
• Embedded C programming at the application and system hardware level with knowledge of interrupt handling and common hardware peripherals, including: I2C, SPI, PWM, UART, ADC / DAC, timers;
• Working knowledge of Microchip PIC/dsPIC and ARM core based microcontrollers.

Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to.   And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

This growing, highly successful company designs, develops and manufactures electronics and software for high precision, cutting edge industrial systems.  This new role is to join an extremely talented team of software, firmware and electronics engineers to continue their leading edge industrial drive technology.  Their core hardware products comprise a high speed datapath from a PC using USB. This drives a series of control boards which communicate with a wide variety of mechanical systems. They are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is achievable in order to maintain their market lead, and they hold valuable and protected IP on some of the technologies they use.

Technologies include:

• High speed differential communications (LVDS)
• FPGA plus various types of memory
• Digital and analogue interfaces to various mechanisms - mainly low voltage but some high
• External I/O, mainly RS422/485 to encoders, limit switches etc.
• Power supply design, fixed and controllable

They are continually expanding their product range with faster and better products needing higher speed data requirements; the next generation is already in the design phase.

You will be an exceptional graduate or junior engineer with a very good degree in an electronics discipline from a top UK university. You will be ready to be involved in all phases of the product development life cycle, and will be expected to grow into the design and development of new products from concept through to manufacture.

Altium is an essential part of their design process for schematics capture and PCB layout. Their PCB products are manufactured externally and tested in-house, and liaison with the manufacturers is part of the role to manage stock and part numbers and to ensure continuity of supply.

You will also be required to assist with fault finding in existing products/systems and testing of new products. Familiarity with product certification and testing would be a bonus.

This is an exciting and challenging role, and for the right candidate the future has no limits on career progression. Their package will be competitive dependent on the benefits you can bring to the company, and includes bonus and company pension scheme.

Keywords: Analogue, Digital, High Speed, Altium, FPGA, PCB, Graduate, Junior, Cambridge.

Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to.   And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

This is a superb opportunity for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer with proven experience working with system-level OS Graphics and Multimedia frameworks. This role offers the security and rewards of a reputable employer - but with the ground-breaking technology and excitement of a start-up.  You will join an established world-leading company where you will be part of an experienced and talented graphics driver team.  You will develop and integrate drivers for GPUs and similar media accelerators into a range of embedded operating systems such as Android.

With an impressive degree in Computer Science or Electronics or similar, you should have knowledge of the graphics and multimedia framework of at least one embedded operating system along with solid C / C++ / Linux skills.

Although not a requirement, any exposure to the following areas would be beneficial: Android's SurfaceFlinger & StageFright frameworks; Linux / X11, DRI2, GStreamer and related technologies;  2D / 3D graphics technology and standards such as OpenGL, OpenGL ES, OpenVG, M3G, Direct3D Mobile, DirectX and EGL; working with modern, shader-based graphics processors or other media accelerator hardware; embedded operating systems such as embedded Linux or Android; Agile software development methodologies, such as SCRUM.

As well as a competitive salary, the role carries a very extensive benefits package - including health cover, pension contribution, share scheme, bonus and full relocation where appropriate.

Keywords:  Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Graphics / Drivers – C / C++ / Linux, GPUs, media accelerators, embedded operating systems – Android, Linux/X11, DRI2, GStreamer and related technologies;  2D / 3D graphics, OpenGL, OpenGL ES, OpenVG, M3G, Direct3D Mobile, DirectX and EGL,  graphics processors , media accelerator hardware; embedded operating systems , embedded Linux or Android; Agile software development methodologies, such as SCRUM.

Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest  - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to.   And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

If you have a passion for Embedded Software and want to shape the future of mobile devices, then this could be your perfect role! 

This is a superb opportunity for an Embedded Software Engineer with proven experience of working with system-level OS graphics and multimedia frameworks - to develop and integrate drivers for Graphics Processors (GPUs) and similar media accelerators into a range of embedded operating systems such as Android.

Based in Cambridge, you will work closely with other multi-disciplinary European engineering teams. The role offers the security and rewards of a reputable employer - but with the ground-breaking technology and excitement of a start-up. 

In addition to an impressive academic record, you should have extensive knowledge of the graphics and multimedia framework of at least one embedded operating system along with solid C / C++ coding skills and exposure to Linux based development.

Exposure to any of the following areas would also be valuable: Android's SurfaceFlinger & StageFright frameworks; Linux / X11, DRI2, GStreamer and related technologies; 2D / 3D graphics technology and standards such as OpenGL, OpenGL ES, OpenVG, M3G, Direct3D Mobile, DirectX and EGL.

Knowledge of EGL would be of particular advantage; as would working with modern, shader-based graphics processors or other media accelerator hardware; embedded operating systems such as embedded Linux or Android; and Agile software development methodologies, such as SCRUM.

In addition to a competitive salary, the role carries a very extensive benefits package - including health cover, pension contribution, share scheme, bonus and full relocation where appropriate.

Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to.   And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

This is a great opportunity to join an established world-leading company where you will be part of a talented team developing embedded graphics hardware and software for next-generation platforms.  The role offers the security and rewards of a reputable employer - but with the ground-breaking technology and excitement of a start-up. 

In this position you will provide a system-wide perspective on the performance of Graphics Processors - focussing on the performance measurement and analysis.  This will require an understanding of how the overall performance is established from different parts of the system - which you will investigate by collaborating with / collect relevant information from graphics experts within the team, and then applying this data to understand the performance limitations and to find methods for optimisation.

In addition to an impressive academic record (ideally Masters or PhD) in Electronics, Computer Science or similar, you should have solid C / C++ programming skills, scripting skills (using shell script, Perl, Python, AWK or similar) and experience with embedded software environments.

You should also be familiar with UNIX / Windows host environments, embedded Operating Systems (such as embedded Linux, Android, Symbian OS, WinMobile or Windows CE); and with standards such as OpenGL, OpenGL ES, OpenVG, M3G, Direct3Dm, DirectX, EGL.

As well as a competitive salary, the role carries a very extensive benefits package – including health cover, pension contribution, share scheme, bonus and full relocation where appropriate.

Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to.   And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

This is a superb opportunity for a programming language expert – who can offer an outstanding academic record and an impressive record of designing / implementing programming languages, and developing and optimising software for parallel systems.

A PhD or an MSc with significant relevant experience is expected.

This role offers the security and rewards of a reputable employer - but with the ground-breaking technology and excitement of a start-up.  You will join an established world-leading company where you will be part of an experienced and talented team. 

You will perform leading edge research into programming models and compiler technology for programmable accelerators such as GPUs and SIMD units.

With excellent programming skills in C / C++ and a good knowledge of Linux, you should also have excellent team-working skills. You will of course also have solid compiler knowledge with expert knowledge in areas such as: parsing, analysis, machine-independent and machine-dependent optimisation (vectorisation / parallelisation), and code generation.  You will also have a knowledge of compiler infrastructure projects such as LLVM.

Although not a requirement, any knowledge of the following areas would be of particular interest: polyhedral code optimisations / generation; computational patterns such as the Berkeley 'motifs'; mobile CPU and GPU architectures, and operating systems, such as Android;  GPU compute technologies, such as OpenCL, CUDA, RenderScript, AMP; a proficiency in functional, object-oriented and scripting languages. Experience in collaborating with academic and industrial partners; exposure to software build, integration and test environments and / or experience in contributing to open-source projects would be advantageous.

As well as a competitive salary, the role carries a very extensive benefits package – including health cover, pension contribution, share scheme, bonus and full relocation where appropriate.

Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to.   And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.

Image Signal Processing / Pixel manipulation / Camera Drivers

Cambridge, to c£60k + extensive benefits package

Summary: Very bright, Embedded Software Developer,  Image / Signal Processing - solid C / Assembler coding skills - along with specialist skills in Image Processing / Pixel manipulation.  Superb opportunity to join a world-leading team in Cambridge.

This role is based at the Cambridge R&D site of a major international company. They offer a superb environment, with a small company feel, where you will work as a member of a talented and motivated team that has fun developing an exciting and world-leading technology.  Their imaging team is an extremely strong technical team working on the development of innovative image and pixel processing software / algorithms, camera drivers and camera system firmware.

In addition to an outstanding academic record (1st / 2.1 from a top University) you should offer a proven track-record in areas such as:

• C and Assembler development skills on an Embedded platform
• Efficient and highly-optimised low level Image Processing and Pixel manipulation techniques
• Digital cameras, in-camera processing / control algorithms camera drivers
• Combined software and hardware algorithm design / low-level image processing techniques, such as Image Signal Processors (ISPs);

The role will offer full responsibility for the detailed design, coding and testing of software modules and contributing to top-level discussions on the future architecture development.

In addition to a competitive salary, the role offers a wide ranging benefits package which includes 10% pension contribution (no employee contribution necessary), BUPA for self and family, Share Scheme.

Keywords: Embedded Software Developer, Image / Signal Processing - solid C / Assembler coding skills - along with specialist skills in Image Processing / Pixel manipulation,  Efficient and highly-optimised low level Image Processing and Pixel manipulation, Digital cameras, in-camera processing / control algorithms camera drivers, Combined software and hardware algorithm design / low-level image processing techniques, Image Signal Processors (ISPs), Cambridge.

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Leading-edge company

£Excellent plus top benefits package

This is a great opportunity for a talented C# / ASP.NET Software Engineer to join the internal development group of this world-leading international company.  As part of a small team, you will develop and evolve bespoke web-based business applications that to support their administration, design and production departments, and their corporate website / customer portal.

This is a superb career opportunity for the right candidate to work in a fast-paced, supportive, leading-edge environment.  In addition to a competitive salary, the role carries a comprehensive range of benefits including extensive on-site facilities.

With proven commercial C# / .NET (3.5 or above) development experience, backed by a solid academic record (outstanding graduates with excellent hands-on skills may also be considered) you should have strong expertise in developing web-based applications, and a good knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server (2005 or above). Your experience will also include development using HTML, ASP.NET, MVC (Razor), CSS, JavaScript, Web Services and other web technologies running on Microsoft platforms (i.e. Windows Server 2008, IIS7, etc.)

An awareness of Agile development methodologies, unit testing and test driven development; familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint (2010) and / or of Team Foundation Server (2005 or above) would be an advantage.

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Our client develops innovative scientific software and data products used by industry and academics worldwide. They’re now looking for a QA Manager to join their dedicated team.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in seeing the company fulfil its enormous potential.

The QA Manager will drive the evolution and implementation of the testing strategy, and be responsible for planning, scheduling and reporting on QA activities. The QA Manager must have proven experience of introducing automated and non-functional test frameworks into a primarily manual test environment.

Team development and recruitment will be an important part of the role.  Experience of managing small teams (ideally in Agile) and strong communication skills are essential.

The QA Manager will also need a broad knowledge of industry tools and techniques; a background of hands-on testing; familiarity with test case design; and working knowledge of SQL, scripting and high-level programming languages.

Experience of cross-platform testing issues and approaches, a good degree and ISEB/ISTQB certifications are desirable.

Keywords: QA Manager, test, SQL, .NET, database, windows, web, SOAP, automated test, manual test, line management, Cambridge.

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Our client develops world leading electronic components and with continued success is now looking for a Software Test Group Leader to play a key role in their busy team developing software test packages.

The Group Leader will be responsible for line management of the team; assigning work and keeping track of new work items; ensuring that the relevant software test process is followed; and providing reports to line and project management.

The Software Test Group Leader must have proven experience in software engineering (ideally embedded in the semiconductor industry) and good knowledge of software test development.  Direct customer contact experience and excellent communication skills are essential. Project and line management experience is highly desirable. 

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of projects and lead a motivated team in a highly regarded global company.

Keywords: team lead, project management, line management, software test development, embedded, electronics, semiconductor, Cambridge.

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This position requires a unique combination of skills and abilities including:

• Understanding customers' engineering challenges and development processes
• Designing, implementing and explaining solutions to meet customers' requirements
• Managing multiple projects concurrently
• Getting to grips with new software tools and technologies
• 
Qualifications Required / Preferred

The successful candidate must have:

• An excellent good first degree from top tier university
• 5+ years (or Ph.D. plus 2+ years) of relevant hands-on experience
• Familiarity with modelling of physical and control systems
• Familiarity with software development for real-time applications

In addition, experience in the following areas would be advantageous:

• Software architecture modelling (e.g., UML), requirements capture, and source control
• Software standards and processes for safety-critical applications (e.g., MISRA-C, DO-178B)
• Programming in C++, VHDL or Ada

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Looking for a new challenge? – our client sells green solutions for commercial and residential customers through the development and expansion of their smart devices and applications. Based in their centrally located Cambridge office, they seek an Embedded C Software Engineer to work on new features and product lines – working with multi-disciplined teams consisting of software, hardware, manufacturing, test and project managers as well as external contractors and customer requirements. Key responsibilities will include design, development, review and maintenance of software and test frameworks; working with prototype and production hardware (including specification and debugging); mentoring less experienced engineers; and good understanding of Open standards for wireless communications.

The Embedded C Software Engineer will have:
- Strong academic background (1st / 2.1 from a top university).
- Commercial programming experience of C for low-level platforms and software design.
- Familiarity of scripting languages, especially Python.
- Good understanding of bug tracking and version control tools.
- Experience writing software communicating with RF ICs.
- Strong aptitude and quick learner of new technologies.
- Experience with hardware, compiling for multiple targets and working within a Linux system would be highly advantageous.

This is a superb opportunity for a “2nd jobber” to further develop their skills, and learn new technologies. In return, you will be working in a dynamic environment – creating solutions for green applications for smart solutions for automation technologies. Senior Embedded Software Engineer – C, Python, Green Product Development, Cambridge, £40,000 - £58,000.

Recommend for £250 – see www.ecmselection.co.uk/tell-a-friend for details.

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Our client is a leading Cambridge company providing online financial services to consumers and businesses worldwide. The company is expanding and hence looking for a senior web application developer to join their team.

As a senior developer you will share responsibility for the design and development of a range of online services and supporting Java software using modern, Agile processes. You will make use of your expertise when taking the lead on new projects, collaborating with your peers and in mentoring less experienced developers.

You will need a good degree in computer science or a related discipline from a red brick university. You will have at least three years commercial experience with Java, including server side web application development such as servlets and/or JSP, likely with Apache Tomcat.

You will have good SQL skills, including not only basic select, create, update, delete but also a good understanding of joins, nested queries and the like. You will be at least somewhat familiar with deployment of Java web applications on Linux / Unix systems.

Ideally, you will have some Oracle experience and past experience with Agile / Scrum approaches to development using Java, whether as a team member or team lead / ScrumMaster.  Any experience in the financial domain, and particularly with card payment processing, would be an advantage.

The company offers a friendly work environment, challenging projects and an excellent benefits package including a pension scheme, private health and dental care, life assurance and childcare vouchers. We'd love to hear from you.

Keywords: Java, SQL, Unix, Agile, Scrum, Oracle, web, servlet, JSP, Cambridge

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As a critical part of a small and friendly team, you will take joint responsibility for the ongoing design and development of their apps. As a key contributor, thoughts you have on approaches, algorithms and architectures will be vital.

You will need:

- A good degree in a technical subject from a red brick University
- Strong skills with object-oriented C#
- Some experience with ASP.NET, PHP or other approaches to server-side content generation
- Some experience with SQL

You do not need, but it is a plus if you have:

- An interest in software architectures and design patterns
- Commercial experience developing real world systems behind a web facade
- An understanding of SQL joins, nested queries and query optimisation
- Client side scripting technologies such as JavaScript or jQuery / UI

You will work in an informal and relaxed working environment in modern offices right in the heart of Cambridge, within easy reach of the station and close to both accommodation and the town centre. You will work alongside likeminded colleagues at all levels of experience, so you'll get the chance both to learn with your peers and to teach them too. The company is run by hands on techies with impeccable track records in both business and software, and they remain friendly, relaxed and keen to take advice from people they work with.

This is a rare opportunity to join a self-funded company with a startup feel and a real future. They'd love to hear from you.

Keywords: Cambridge, C#, SAAS, client, server, Agile

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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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This growing, highly successful company designs, develops and manufactures electronics and software for high precision, cutting edge industrial systems.  This new role is to join an extremely talented team of software, firmware and electronics engineers to continue their leading edge industrial drive technology.  Their core hardware products comprise a high speed datapath from a PC using USB. This drives a series of control boards which communicate with a wide variety of mechanisms. They are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is achievable in order to maintain their market lead. Some of their IP on the techniques used is patent protected.

The technologies used for these include:

· High speed differential communications (LVDS)
· FPGA plus various types of memory
· Digital and analogue interfaces to various mechanisms – mainly low voltage but some high
· External I/O, mainly RS422/485 to encoders, limit switches etc.
· Power supply design, fixed and controllable

They are continually expanding their product range with faster and better products needing higher speed data requirements; the next generation is already in the design phase.

You will be an exceptional Electronics Design Engineer with a good degree in an electronics discipline and strong relevant experience.  You will be involved in all phases of the product development life cycle, and expected to create and develop new products from concept through to manufacture. Orcad Capture is an essential part of their design process, generating and managing BOMs via include files. Their PCB products are manufactured externally and tested in-house, 2 of these products have exceeded 1,000 off in numbers and most of the rest are in the hundreds. Constant liaison with their manufacturers is required to juggle stock and part numbers to ensure continuity of supply.

You will also be required to assist with fault finding in existing products/systems and testing of new products.  Signal speeds are currently below 1GHz, but will exceed this in the next 12 months.

Familiarity with product certification and testing would be a bonus.

This is an extremely challenging role, and for the right candidate the future has no limits on career progression. Their package will be competitive dependent on the benefits you can bring to the company, and includes bonus and company pension scheme.

Keywords: Electronics, Analogue, Digital, High Speed Comm., Cambridge, Orcad, FPGA, PCB.

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This leading company helps blue-chip clients worldwide achieve success. This key role is to work within their medical devices solutions team designing well thought through medical devices, with specific attention to usability, and carrying out design research activities to identify product opportunities and latent design needs for medical device development.

You will be passionate about human factors and ergonomics and have an intuitive understanding of engineering and physics. You must have at least a 2.1 Hons in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering or similar from a good university ( i.e. you will also have strong A-level grades as well) and be able to present an exciting portfolio showing your ability to present ideas visually. You will have strong 3D CAD skills (ideally Pro-Engineer or Solidworks) with good rendering and computer animation skills, plus the ability to devise clever mechanical solutions to complex problems.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with one of the top companies in the Cambridge area where you will deal with both technical and client liaison.

Keywords: Mechanical, Product Design, Usability, Ergonomics, Cambridge, 2.1, 1st.

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Our client is a real Cambridge success story and leads the way in wireless technology. They’re now looking for an accomplished Senior Software Engineer to develop embedded and host software for the next generation of wireless chips.

The Senior Software Engineer will take ownership of major project components; assist and lead interoperability and compliance test events; and mentor junior engineers. 

Requirements:

• Excellent degree (minimum 2.1) in Software, Electronics, Science or Maths.
• Proven experience of C, C++ and scripting (Perl, Python).
• Excellent understanding of software design and debug techniques.

Experience of wireless communication protocols (e.g. Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC or UWB); Assembler skills; and an understanding of processor architectures and peripherals is highly desirable.

Keywords: Senior Software Engineer, C, C++, Perl, Python, Assembler, scripting, wireless, embedded, Bluetooth, UWB, NFC, Wi-Fi, Cambridge.

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Our client is a world-renowned company developing technology for consumer electronics. With continued success, they’re now looking for a Software Programme Manager to play a key role in managing important software product releases in multi-disciplinary projects.

The Software Programme Manager will be responsible for creating and managing the software requirements for the teams working on application development; and taking numerous software programmes from early stages through to formal release. This includes project management; resource planning and prioritisation; risk management, mitigation and backup strategies.

Requirements:

• Significant software development experience in order to understand technical detail
• Significant product and programme management experience in relation to software
• Strong project management skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent (minimum 2.1 Hons) Degree in a relevant discipline

A background in Embedded C and scripting is desirable.

Keywords: Programme Manager, software, project management, product management, embedded C, software development, technical requirements management, Cambridge.

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Most importantly we are looking for raw ability.

• You will have world class skills in electronic engineering. General excellence in circuit design and analysis is a ‘must’ for this role. Familiarity with small scale SMT design and manufacture would be an advantage. Regardless, candidates should be prepared to talk through their relevant experience in detail.
• You will have a working understanding of experimental design, software engineering, control engineering and mechanics.
• You will have the ability to communicate, show initiative, make decisions, argue your point and work in a team.

This is a role that you can help define and mould to your skills and ambitions. You will be joining a multi-disciplinary team, who can accommodate individuals with different skill sets. You will have the opportunity to make an important contribution to a small company, with the associated risks and rewards.

Your salary will be very competitive and dependent on relevant academic and/or industrial experience.

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Summary: A superb opportunity for a graduate Software Engineer to join an established, profitable and growing company developing innovative solutions for financial sector clients worldwide.

Our client's core business is in the US, and they are aggressively expanding into Asia and European markets. Software development is centred on the Cambridge office.

They are actively seeking Graduate Software Engineers to assist with core development of their cutting-edge product. You will be joining a team of expert C++ programmers, utilising the latest technologies in a highly demanding environment.

Our client is ideally looking for people with C++ experience, but recognises that this may not be taught at university. They are seeking candidates with a 2.1 or 1st in Computer Science (or possibly another numerate subject) from a top tier university whose entry requirements are A's and B's at A level.

They are looking to take on talented graduates who can demonstrate a real interest in pursuing a career as a Software Engineer. You'll be mentored and have the opportunity to learn from the best!

Based in pleasant, modern offices in central Cambridge, this is a 'meritocracy' so your personal contribution will be recognised and rewarded. A competitive starting salary and bonus based on personal performance is on offer for the right candidate.

Keywords: Graduate, Computer Science, Software Engineering, 2.1, 1st Class Honours, C++, Cambridge

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This is a great role for a Senior Software Developer to work as a Software Technical Team Lead with a highly successful and growing company in Cambridge.  This a very hands on role suitable for an experienced C / C++ Software Developer who is looking for a senior role but one where they will still spend the majority of time actually developing software.

As a Technical Lead Software Developer you will be responsible for the technical direction of the software, helping mentor more junior developers and ensuring consistency and quality in the code base. As a hard-working and motivated software developer / technical lead, you will flourish in this dynamic and stimulating software development environment. This is a senior and highly technical role and you should therefore have a successful track record of producing high quality software, ideally for silicon or networking related products.  A solid background in C / C++, Embedded systems is required - ideally with extensive skills in areas such as: system software and device drivers, Linux, Ethernet, TCP/IP, networking.

As Software Technical Team Lead, you should have an impressive academic record – with an excellent first degree in Electronics, Computer Science or a related subject from a good University. A higher degree MSc / PhD is also advantageous but not essential.

This is a great opportunity to rapidly progress your career with a top quality organisation.  In addition to a competitive salary, the role carries a great benefits package.

Keywords: Senior Software Developer / Team Manager / Technical Leader, C / C++ / Embedded / Linux / device drivers, Ethernet, TCP/IP, Cambridge, c£65,000 with top benefits package.

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Specific responsibilities:

Managing wireless development projects, typically consisting of multidisciplinary teams (including hardware, software, digital signal processing, mechanics and production engineering).

You will manage projects through the complete development lifecycle, from requirements definition through to final delivery.  You will be involved in proposal preparation, selection of the team, negotiating with 3rd parties, managing concept generation, analysis of system architecture, liaison across engineering disciplines and the specification, implementation and testing of the design.

You will manage projects typically in the region £10,000 to £3,000,000 that require delivery within tight timescales and budgets, managing both internal and external resources. 

Minimum requirements:

With a good degree in engineering, you will have substantial industrial experience managing wireless product design and development covering the full product development lifecycle.  Other requirements include:

•           Understanding of the wireless product development process

•           Experience in managing products into manufacture

•           Experienced in managing multi-disciplinary projects (RF, analogue, digital, software, mechanics)

•           Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills

•           Working knowledge and experience of the wireless regulatory and type approval environment is desirable

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Minimum requirements:

To meet the requirements of this role you will have:

• An excellent first degree or PhD in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science or a related discipline
• Relevant experience of acting as a technical architect on significant projects
• Proven ability of strong mathematical skills and interest in applying mathematics to solve problems
• Experience in algorithm design, ideally in a signal processing environment
• Experience in implementation in hardware or software, ideally in signal processing systems
• Imaginative and inquisitive mind, eager to learn new skills and to develop solutions for interesting and complex problems
• Technical leadership skills
• Good communication skills
• Good software engineering skills

In addition, any experience of the following will also be beneficial:

• Knowledge and experience of the application of Bayesian Inference in processing systems
• Experience of using C and MATLAB
• Commercial experience architecting new solutions for clients

Due to the nature of the work, it will be necessary to obtain security clearance for the successful applicant, and therefore the applicant must hold UK nationality.

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Top company in medical / laboratory instrumentation systems needs Electronics  Engineer with Analogue & Digital skills to develop range of systems for complex instrumentation and automation systems.  The Electronics Engineer with Analogue & Digital will work on: 

·            Microcontroller and distributed technologies.

·           Novel sensor applications.

·           Motors & drives.

·           Power supplies.

·           Control systems.

The Electronics Engineer with Analogue & Digital will have a degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or Physics combined with extensive experience of developing complex electronic and electrical systems plus:

·            Extensive Analogue & Digital experience.

·            Extensive experience of designing electronics and electrical systems for complex scientific instruments and automation.

·            Knowledge of regulatory issues (CE, UL) and safety circuit design and test.

·           Team Lead experience.

This is a top opportunity for a highly experienced Analogue & Digital Electronics Engineer.

Keywords: Analogue, Digital, Instrument, Automation, Cambridge, Royston.

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Here is a real opportunity to progress your career whilst remaining in a hands-on / cutting edge Software role.  This dynamic, fast growing company offer challenging work and a friendly, fun working environment.  Their software is used by semiconductor companies worldwide.

They now seek additional motivated C++ Software Engineers - from bright Graduate level upwards - to join their team.  You will turn their cutting-edge technology and algorithms into supportable, scalable, professional software applications. 

They will consider levels from very bright graduate with good hands-on programming skills through to more senior level Software Engineers who have extensive C++ and relevant commercial experience.  You should be dynamic and self-motivated, and able to turn ideas into reality, on your own or as part of a team.

You must offer a very impressive academic record (ideally 2.1/1st, good ‘A’ levels) and solid experience of software development (in C++ / STL).  Good maths skills and a background understanding of hardware issues would also be of particular relevance.

For the more senior level roles an understanding of any of the following areas would be particularly relevant: digital logic design, from FPGAs or ASICs; ASIC design flows, especially Synopsys, Cadence, Magma; Verilog (or otherwise VHDL).

This is a great company with outstanding potential.

Key skills: Software Developer, Graduate level upwards, C++, STL, Design Automation Tools, EDA, digital logic design, from FPGAs or ASICs; ASIC design flows, especially Synopsys, Cadence, Magma; Verilog / VHDL.

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Minimum requirements:

To meet the requirements of this role you will have:

• An excellent first degree or PhD (from a top university) in engineering, electronics, physics or a related discipline
• Strong mathematical skills
• Imaginative and inquisitive mind, eager to learn new skills and to develop solutions for interesting and complex problems
• Good software engineering skills
• Excellent communication skills

In addition, any experience of the following will also be beneficial:

• Solid foundation in analogue electronics design
• Optical component and system design
• Knowledge of radio frequency principles and design
• Experience of using C, MATLAB or other computer languages
• Experience in signal processing

Graduates with industrial experience or recent graduates with relevant academic course or research experience are welcomed.

Due to the nature of the work, it will be necessary to obtain security clearance for the successful applicant, and therefore the applicant must hold UK nationality.

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Minimum requirements

To meet the requirements of this role you will have:

• An excellent first degree or PhD (from a top university) in electronics, engineering, or related discipline
• A solid foundation in analogue electronics design
• Strong mathematical skills
• Imaginative and inquisitive mind, eager to learn new skills and to develop solutions for interesting and complex problems
• Good software engineering skills
• Good communication skills

In addition, any experience of the following will also be beneficial:
• Radio frequency circuit design
• Digital circuit design
• Power supply design
• Experience of using C and MATLAB
• Experience in signal processing

Graduates with industrial experience or recent graduates with relevant academic course or research experience are welcomed.

Due to the nature of the work, it will be necessary to obtain security clearance for the successful applicant, and therefore the applicant must hold UK nationality.

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Our client is a high-powered technical consultancy with ambitious plans.

Due to growth, they are now seeking bright graduates and PhDs to join their team. You'll receive excellent benefits including a very competitive salary, share option scheme, and flexible working hours - and a chance to learn from the very best.

You will work on a variety of challenging projects and will engage with customers to ensure the success of their products. In turn you will be supported by a very experienced technology management team and some of the brightest designers around.

You'll need a top degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Science or similar from a world-ranked university, and you'll also need excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.

If this sounds like you, contact us now for full details of this excellent opportunity.

Keywords: Graduate Technical Consultants, hardware, electronics, embedded, software, PhD, 1st Class Hons, consultancy, Cambridge.

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Our client’s technology is used by many of the biggest names in consumer electronics.  With continued success they’re now looking for an experienced Software Engineer (C, C++) to join their dedicated team developing the next generation of application processors.

This is a sought-after opportunity for an experienced Software Engineer (C, C++) with proven low-level software and Linux development experience to play an important role in cutting edge development.

The Software Engineer will design, develop and test software on embedded platforms (GNU, Linux, Android) and will work with processors and other hardware not yet available to the public.

Essentials:

• Software development experience in C / C++
• Experience with standard GNU / Linux tool chains, shells and build tools
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g. Shell, Perl)
• Experience with version control systems, particularly distributed tools such as Git or Bazaar
• Experience in developing for embedded platforms and/or real-time operating systems
• Familiarity with testing methodology and automated testing systems

Desirable:

• Familiarity with SoC (System-on-Chip) architectures
• Experience of software profiling, instrumentation and optimisation
• Experience with GNU / Linux distributions (e.g. Ubuntu, RedHat, Debian) and of creating or updating GNU / Linux source packages
• Familiarity with open-source
• Knowledge of GNU autotools
• Experience with Assembly and Python
• Experience with Linux kernel and device driver development

Keywords: low level software developer, engineer, C, C++, Linux, GNU, embedded, real-time, processors, assembly, scripting, Perl, Python, Shell, SoC, embedded platforms, Android, Cambridge.

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Our client is an internationally acclaimed technology company, developing silicon solutions for consumer and industrial sectors. They are currently looking for a proven Engineer to take on responsibilities dealing with foundry subcontractors to ensure silicon products meet quality requirements and agreed specifications. Key responsibilities will include:

- Manage and coordinate supplies from foundries to ensure supply security, and introduction / termination of new products.
- Determine and negotiate the process control requirements with foundries and internal PMO.
- Building strong relationships with industry experts.
- Key reports to enable management of activities and metrics.

Interested candidates for this role will have:
- Good degree in a suitable technical subject.
- Demonstrate excellent understanding of CMOS process technology.
- Project management experience.
- Proven experience in successfully managing introduction and qualification of new processes and products.
- Excellent analysis, problem-solving, communication and leadership skills.
- Expertise in RF SoC product knowledge.
- Past experience in management of foundry subcontractors would be highly desirable.
 
Based within their offices in Cambridge, for this role remunerations will be dependent on experience and do contain excellent benefits including: pension, life assurance, and health insurance. Manufacturing Engineer (CMOS Solutions) – Foundry, Semiconductor, Operations, Project Management, Process Control, RF SoC. Cambridge, c£50,000 DOE + excellent benefits.

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This growing, highly innovative company provide solutions to help shape the next generation of search technology.  The Java Developer will join a team of experienced, multi-talented developers working on leading edge projects.

The Java Developer will have the following attributes:

• Excellent object-oriented programming skills in Java;
• Commercial experience with the software development lifecycle including: requirements definition, specification capture, software architecture/design, program development, associated documentation, test automation and maintenance;
• Experience with typical industry tools including: office software, standard libraries and frameworks, interactive development environments, software version control, build systems, automated testing frameworks and bug tracking systems;
• Good oral and written communication skills;
• An energetic, enthusiastic, pro-active, problem-solving attitude (i.e. gets things done!);
• The ability to work in a close-knit, highly intelligent team; and a
• Good degree or postgraduate qualification from a top university in a numerate discipline.

The Java Developer will also have more than one of the following:

• Cross platform development experience on Linux and Windows;
• Good knowledge of other programming languages
- e.g. C, JavaScript, Python, or Perl;
• Experience of one or more of the following: application servers, database internals, data visualization, distributed systems, document processing, content repositories, full-text search, grid computing, information retrieval, natural language processing, semantic web, text mining, user interface design or web services; and / or
• Good understanding of modern development techniques and practices
- e.g. design patterns, agile development, test-driven development.

This is an excellent opportunity for a high calibre Software Developer to extend their career in a challenging technology area.

Keywords: Cambridge, Java, Linux, Windows, 2.1, 1st.

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Our client is a global leader in wireless technology and provides advanced chipset solutions to many recognised brands and blue chips worldwide. Their technology not only impacts our modern lives, but is shaping products to enhance our future.

You will develop the embedded software running on the on-chip processors in C and Assembler within a resource constrained multi-processor environment.  You will take ownership of a major component of a project and mentor junior team members.

Requirements:

•           Good degree in Computer Science / Electronics / Maths / Science

•            Excellent proven understanding of programming languages (C, Assembler) and experience of at least one high level programming language

•            Excellent understanding of software design techniques

•            Understanding of debug techniques

•           Some understanding of software architecture

•           Good understanding of configuration management

•            Understanding of processor architectures and peripherals

•            Experience of wireless communication protocols such as Bluetooth, UWB or Wi-Fi

Keywords: Embedded, C, Assembler, wireless, bluetooth, UWB, Wi-Fi.

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This global technology leader, with continued success, is now looking for a client-facing Applications Engineer with a strong background in embedded hardware and software to work with customers to resolve technology issues. Outstanding graduates may be considered.

The Applications Engineer needs a wide breadth of knowledge in order to tackle a variety of software issues and will be required to make fine commercial and technical judgements.  The Applications Engineer will travel to customer sites (a week every 2 or 3 months on average) and responsibilities include:

•            Develop VM, Native and firmware patches for issues with ROM chips.

•           Create reference designs, white papers and carry out design reviews and hardware / RF evaluations.

•            Develop and project manage new software / hardware solutions and evaluate customer projects to provide design / architecture improvements.

•            Communicate technical information, and create / present training courses on a wide range of topics.

A top Engineering degree (minimum 2.1); proven hands-on embedded hardware / software and embedded C development experience; and strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Other requirements include: strong diagnostic and analytical skills; ability to understand hardware and software issues; embedded hardware / software debugging experience using software tools, DMM and lab / test equipment; knowledge of wireless technology standards (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi GPS); and source code control and configuration management experience.

Desirable:

•            Wireless system validation testing and certification.

•            Knowledge of memory architectures.

•            Applications engineering in a semiconductor environment and experience in bringing customer designs into production.

•            Experience of UNIX, Python, Perl, C++, LabVIEW, Assembler and of using wireless sniffers.

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This growing, highly regarded company specialises in the design and development of innovative solutions across the full lifecycle including transfer into mass production. The Engineering Physicist will join an innovative multi-disciplinary team of engineers and physicists working on a variety of mass market product innovation – variety is guaranteed.  The Engineering Physicist will be involved in the conceptual, system and detailed design of mass produced consumer and industrial products, with responsibility for the management of technology and product development projects.

The Engineering Physicist will have at least a 2.1 Hons degree in Physics, or related engineering subject, from a top university (ABB at A level as a minimum) plus, ideally, a PhD.  In addition strong analytical skills and hands-on engineering development experience; interest and experience in the creative application of technology for commercial advantage; experience in the development of high or low volume mass produced components or products; excellent communication and presentation skills coupled with the drive and ambition to grow new business; and experience of technical team or project leadership in a commercial environment are required.

This is a key role in an exciting environment at the cutting edge of technology.

Keywords: Physics, Cambridge, mass-market product, 2.1, 1st, PhD, consultancy, client facing.

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With continued growth this technically innovative company provides leading edge solutions for a wide range of companies worldwide.  They now seek experienced C++ Developers to design applications and core library functions.  The role involves design, development, implementation and testing of new desktop applications, algorithms, libraries and utilities. The C++ developers will be able to write robust, reliable code that is appropriate for consumer products, whilst also being able to turn around new designs rapidly during the prototyping phase.

The C++ developers must have solid experience of development with C++ projects, demonstrating a proven experience of developing innovative, effective and usable engineering / scientific styles applications.

This is an opportunity for skilled engineers to work with low level code in a highly structured development environment.

The C++ developer must have a good academic background, with a good degree (2.1 or above + good A levels) in Computer Science, with strong C++ (including evidence of large scale C++ code development).  You will also have a good understanding of how to write clear OO code and have experience of STL (and BOOST if possible).  Your development background will be on Windows (NT/XP desired) and you will have worked in an Agile environment.

Coupled with strong technical skills you will have excellent personal communication skills and be a good team player.

Keywords: C++, Cambridge, OO, STL, NT/XP, Agile, 2.1, 1st.

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Experience in mobile phone handsets is highly desirable.

You are likely to have exemplary technical qualifications, typically a first class Engineering degree from a top university, and be able to show your passion for developing new, leading edge technologies.

In return, you will work with a world class team in a role that will be able to accommodate your skills and ambitions.

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Experience & Qualifications:

Candidates will have a 2.1 or above in software / electronics engineering or a similar degree and 1 to 2 year’s industry experience.

• Experience of embedded C programming in resource-constrained systems;
• Embedded C programming at the application and system hardware level with knowledge of interrupt handling and common hardware peripherals, including: I2C, SPI, PWM, UART, ADC / DAC, timers;
• Working knowledge of Microchip PIC/dsPIC and ARM core based microcontrollers

The right candidates will thrive on intellectual challenge within a multi-disciplinary team and will grab the opportunity to always be thinking innovatively, develop next generation products and be abreast of the next set of disruptive technologies.

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• Excellent C++ using MFC or C# with .NET
• Experience of desktop user interface development
• Experience of developing custom controls
• Good communication skills

Desirable:

• Engineering or Scientific Background
• STL / Boost
• Experience in a client facing role, either commercial or academic

Above all, they are looking for people who are bright, enthusiastic and self-motivated, who will integrate well with the existing team. Good communication skills are critical, as is a flexible approach to development and a sound eye for presentation.

They offer a relaxed yet professional and supportive work environment, and good benefits, helping to make this an excellent opportunity to join an industry leader and be part of their success.

Keywords: C++, MFC, .NET, GUI, user interface, STL, Boost, C#, Cambridge

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Our client is a global technology leader and with continued success seeks a Senior Software Test Engineer to join their dedicated software tools team.  Our client offers an open working environment, with company social events and good benefits.

The Senior Software Test Engineer will test and debug software tools, comprised of GUI applications and command line utilities across Windows and GNU Linux platforms, and also embedded software. Responsibilities include taking the lead on testing major aspects of projects; writing software test scripts and contributing to the development of automated test systems; and creating high quality defect reports and relevant documentation.

Requirements:

• Good degree in Maths, Science, Software or Electronics.
• Experience of developing test scripts using Python or TCL.
• Working understanding of C.
• Experience of testing software on Microsoft Windows.
• Embedded software or communication protocols experience.
• Experience in handling electronic hardware, laboratory and prototype boards.

Advantageous:

• Experience of testing GUI applications.
• Working understanding of processor architectures.
• Experience of using / testing software on GNU Linux.

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Supporting new business growth areas, our client (an award-winning green-tech solutions company) is seeking a Senior SysAdmin Engineer to provide assistance in the design / support of their development and production environments, through productisation of applications and performance analysis using key skills in LAMP and LINUX administration. As the Senior SysAdmin Engineer, you would be required to have excellent interpersonal skills, and be amenable to occasional out-of-hours work, travel and participation in a 24hr on-call rota.

Key requirements for Senior SysAdmin Engineer:
- Degree qualified (mathematics or science) or highly relevant real-world experience.
- Commercial experience in LINUX administration, with proven use of LAMP (LINUX, Apache, MySQL, and PHP).
- Knowledge of VM technology (Xen, VMware etc...).
- Networking experience (IOS, iptables etc...).
- Interest in green technology is desirable.
APPLY NOW if you tick the boxes above (especially LAMP and LINUX administration experience); have great problem solving and analytical skills, strong ability to multi-task and want to work for an innovative green technology company. Senior Systems Administration Engineer – LAMP, LINUX Administration, Green, Operations, Central Cambridge, to £45,000 DOE.

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An excellent opportunity to join a high-powered technical consultancy with an interesting variety of work.

With this small but growing technical consultancy based near Cambridge.

Our client is a young product design and development consultancy doing ground-breaking work in a range of industries. Due to expansion, they are looking for a very bright Product Design Engineer / Industrial Designer to join their group.

To be successful, you will be able to contribute to multi-disciplinary teams working in a wide range of technical disciplines. You must be self-motivated, comfortable in a client-facing environment and extremely adaptable. You'll have a good, relevant degree (2.1 or 1st Class Hons) from a top university in the field, and excellent communication skills.

You can show the ability to deliver demanding projects to high quality, on time and on budget, and strong creativity coupled with a creative, analytical and enquiring mind.

A variety of levels of experience will be considered, from recent graduate to applicants experienced within another technical consultancy or with product companies, particularly the healthcare, consumer or high-tech industrial sectors.

In return, our client offers a good salary and benefits, as well as a very pleasant working environment.

Key words:  industrial design, industrial designer, mechanical engineer, mechanical engineering, design consultancy, healthcare, consumer, industrial, CAD, Solidworks, Cambridgeshire

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You will have a history of academic excellence with top grades in all exams and a degree in a technical subject from a premier university (e.g. Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial).  Your code quality must be exceptional in technical design and clarity.

You will have experience of many of the following: financial software; C++; COM (writing COM servers); Microsoft Visual C++; MFC; .NET C#; one or a mixture of C++ interop, COM interop, P/Invoke; peer code reviewing; writing and reviewing specifications; SQL (Oracle, Sybase and MS SQL Server); OLAP tools / Microsoft Analysis Services; declarative programming language experience (e.g. F#).

A PhD on evidence of ability to conduct solo research would also be beneficial.

Keywords: C++, C#, .NET, Financial Software.

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This highly regarded scientific software company specialises in the development of solutions for next generation search technology.  They now seek an excellent, experienced Software Test Engineer to work closely with the development team, review feature requirements and specifications, produce test plans and reports, carry out testing and profiling. The Software Test Engineer must have:

• Commercial experience in software testing;
• Thorough understanding of the complete software life cycle;
• Experience of software applications for some or all of version control, defect tracking, test case management, test suite automation;
• Experience of command-line tools and scripting;
• Good oral and written communication skills;
• An energetic, enthusiastic, pro-active, problem-solving attitude;
• The ability to work in a close-knit, highly intelligent team;
• Attention to detail; and a
• Good degree or postgraduate qualification from a top university.

In addition the Software Test Engineer will have experience in one or more of the following areas: text mining, grid computing, Natural Language Processing, Life Sciences, Chemistry, web applications, web services, security, automated GUI testing; and be familiar with cross-platform issues.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a high calibre engineer to work in a challenging technical environment.

Keywords: Software Test, Cambridge, web, 2.1, 1st, Cambridge.

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Our client is an established, growing software house providing innovative software solutions to one of the biggest global industries. And it's a great place to work, where you will enjoy excellent benefits and have the opportunity to take a stake in the company.

Due to expansion, they are seeking a talented Mathematical Developer to join their team. You'll have a good degree in physical sciences, engineering or mathematics; or computer science with a strong interest in mathematical development. Statistical modelling and data analysis experience is ideal.

As a Mathematical Developer, you'll be joining a team that responsible for the development of mathematical modelling engines, from specification and design through to integration with in-house desktop and web-browser user interfaces. You will be involved in all stages of development and there will be opportunities for customer-facing work too.

You can demonstrate strong mathematical and programming skills, ideally in C++ in a Windows environment, although experience of a different object-oriented language will not rule you out. Technical communication abilities are also essential as you must be able to understand client business processes quickly and explain clearly how the mathematical models work.

In return, our client offers a relaxed yet professional and supportive work environment, and superb benefits including corporate health and dental cover - plus a fully-stocked, complimentary kitchen and drinks room, and a very nice pool table!

Contact us NOW to find out more.

Keywords: Mathematical Developer, maths, mathematics, C++, OO, strong communication skills, exceptional benefits, Cambridge

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This leading technology company specialises in the design and development of high calibre instrumentation and systems for blue-chip clients worldwide. Working within a multi-disciplinary group the Mechanical Engineer will develop leading edge solutions.  The Mechanical Engineer will participate in client meetings and communication, and actively seek involvement in new business through the creation of new ideas.

You must be an exceptional Mechanical Engineer with an excellent academic record (at least a high 2.1 from a leading university which means minimum A’s & B’s at A level) with demonstrable analytical, practical and creative skills.  You must be able to apply your Mechanical Engineering skills to commercial projects and have experience of commercial applications and project management.

Keywords: Mechanical Engineer, Cambridge, client, project manage, 2.1, 1st, PhD.

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Minimum requirements:

To meet the demanding requirements of this role you will be a talented, creative engineer, with the ability to solve complex electro-mechanical system problems and design ingenious solutions.  You will have practical experience with proven technical skills and have postgraduate experience in an engineering design environment.

Applicants should also have the following:

• An excellent first degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. 
• Experience with electro-mechanical systems including several of the following:
  - Drive systems
  - Bulk fluids handling
  - Motors and Gearing
  - Power
  - Measurement
  - Control Systems
• Understanding of manufacturing techniques and assembly processes
• Materials selection, particularly designing with metals
• Hands-on experience of 3D CAD (ProEngineer or Solidworks preferred)
• Tolerance Analysis
• A genuine passion for engineering

In addition the following would be beneficial:

• Experience with robotics or automation
• Experience of designing for the Medical Industry
• Analytical skills e.g. FEA, CFD

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An enthusiastic Spring Java Developer is needed to join this growing technology company. Having relocated their offices to central Cambridge due to expansion of their teams, our client is looking to further grow. The Java Developer will adopt Agile / Scrum practises to design, develop and maintain software – writing production code for smart enterprise applications.

Key requirements:

• Commercial Enterprise Java software development experience using Spring.
• Experience of Hibernate / JPA frameworks and JBDC connectivity to databases.
• Prior use of SQL (ideally MySQL).
• Project experience developing in Scrum / Test driven teams
• Knowledge of REST, JSON, messaging or protocol servers is desirable.

As well as working on some really smart applications, you will be remunerated with an excellent salary, and work with some really innovative and entrepreneurial people in their new office space. Offices are easily reachable by train and public transport. APPLY NOW for this sought after position. Spring Developer – Enterprise Java, Hibernate / JPA, JBDC, databases, SQL, Agile / Scrum. Central Cambridge, c£45,000.

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Close to train links and public transport, our client is moving their HQ to Central Cambridge due to rapid expansion of their company. They are growing their Java platform team, and are looking for a proven experienced Spring Java Developer to work alongside their team lead to develop core middleware components of their legacy software. Software will be developed using a Scrum approach including agile iterative sprints, pair programming and test driven development.

Senior Spring Developer will have:

• Extensive commercial project Enterprise Java development experience using a Spring framework (as well as other framework experience – Hibernate / JPA).
• Strong SQL (ideally MySQL) experience with use of JDBC, and experience of scaling large data systems.
• Project experience developing in Scrum / Test driven teams.
• Experience of highly robust, high availability SoA or Web systems.
• Knowledge of REST, JSON, messaging or protocol servers is desirable.

Joining this team, you will be at the heart of some very smart enterprise applications – developing some large scaled solutions for today’s and tomorrow’s clients. In return you will be well remunerated, and work with some highly innovative and entrepreneurial people. Senior Spring Developer – Enterprise Java, Scrum / Test-driven Teams, Scaling, SoA, Web systems. Central Cambridge, £Excellent DOE.

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To meet the demanding requirements of this role you will have:

• An excellent first class degree in product design, engineering or other closely related discipline
• A genuine passion for product design, mechanics, and engineering in general
• Knowledge of common manufacturing techniques, from injection moulding to sheet metal fabrication
• A creative approach to problem solving and concept generation
• An appreciation of the use of engineering analysis in product development
• Advanced use of 3D CAD tools, preferably Pro-Engineer and / or SolidWorks

In addition, qualifications and experience in the following areas would be beneficial:

• Some relevant industrial experience
• An appreciation of the use of engineering analysis tools in product development including CFD and FEA.

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Your specific responsibilities will include:

• Developing innovative and novel solutions to complex fluidic, thermodynamic or aerosol problems
• Definition of technical solutions for product or system developments
• Undertake or lead numerical and experimental analyses of concepts and solutions
• Delivering technical reports to clients and producing high quality design documentation

To meet the demanding requirements of this role, you will have an excellent engineering degree or similar discipline. You should also have significant experience post graduation, in systems engineering and product development, specifically responsibility for delivering solutions in thermo fluid or aerosol applications.

You will be a team player with the ability to supervise the work of others and to mentor less experienced staff. Good communication skills are essential as a major part of your role will be interacting with clients and multi-disciplinary project teams made up of scientists, engineers and designers.

There should be evidence of significant technical challenge and delivery within the work you have been responsible for. You will have a creative approach to problem solving and concept generation, a demonstrable track record of the use of engineering analysis tools and laboratory techniques in product development. 

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To meet the demanding requirements of this role, you will have an excellent first degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline.  You should also have significant industrial experience in systems engineering and product development, with a proven ability to manage a team of engineers and technicians.  There should be evidence of significant technical challenge and excellence within the work you have been responsible for. 

You will have a creative approach to problem solving and concept generation, an appreciation of the use of engineering analysis tools in product development and have had hands-on experience of 3D CAD (preferably Pro/Engineer Wildfire and Solidworks).  You should also have detailed knowledge of rapid prototyping methods and numerical analysis using FEA and CFD. 

A second degree with a high level of practical experience would be beneficial as well as an in depth knowledge of fluid dynamics and thermal management.  Direct experience of product development for the oil & gas industry would be advantageous.

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To meet the requirements of this role you will have:

• An excellent first degree or PhD in engineering, computer science, mathematics or related discipline
• Proven strong mathematical skills and interest in applying mathematics to solve problems
• Imaginative and inquisitive mind, eager to learn new skills and to develop solutions for interesting and complex problems
• Strong C programming and software engineering skills
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal

In addition, experience of the following will also be beneficial:

• Experience of Linux programming, scripting and administration
• Experience of programming in Assembly Language and MATLAB
• Experience in DSP algorithm development
• Experience working with embedded hardware and tool chains
• Understanding of communications theory

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The role will involve working with software and hardware engineers as part of a multidisciplinary project team and will suit someone who is interested in new technology. The role will cover all aspects of the test cycle from early definition phases through to field use.

Specific Responsibilities: You will be responsible for specifying and running tests and reporting the results to the Test Lead. You will provide the vital links between the Requirements Specification, the Test Specification and the finished product.

Minimum requirements:

•            Good degree in a relevant technical discipline
•            Relevant experience of testing embedded systems
•            Self starter
•            Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
•            Ability to multitask
•            Excellent attention to detail
•            Proficient in the use of MS Office (Excel / Word / PowerPoint etc)

Desirable:

•             Experience of scripting or writing code
•             ISEB Foundation
•             Experience of generating tests plans from requirement specifications or use cases
•             Experience of SVN or other source control systems
•             Experience of using a bug tracking database
•             Familiarity with various platforms (Windows / DOS)
•             Familiarity with prototype / evaluation hardware platforms

An excellent opportunity to join an established and successful company where promotion is linked to merit.

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Do you have experience of numerical optimisation algorithms, and applying such algorithms in practical business situations?

Our client develop financial models, researching and innovating new mathematical models.

Requirements:

With a history of academic excellence, including a degree in a mathematical subject from a premier University and ideally a PhD with a large mathematical modelling content, you will have proven software development experience, ideally in the financial industry.

Key skills:

Programming – C++, C#, .NET.

Mathematics – knowledge of algorithms such as numerical optimisation (e.g. simplex, quasi-newton, sequential quadratic programming) including characteristics and applicability.

Finance – knowledge of quantitative finance, preferably commercial.

An outstanding opportunity for an outstanding candidate working as a quant developer without having to be in the City.

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Are you an experienced Electronics Engineer with excellent client facing skills, looking to join a top class team?

Our client is seeking someone with a creative spark and passion.  You will have a specialist expertise in electronic engineering, and expertise in the mobile phone industry would be a strong advantage. Familiarity with small scale SMT circuits and manufacturing techniques would be an advantage, as would experience of ASIC products. You will have a working understanding of software engineering, control engineering and mechanics. A significant portion of this role will be communicating with customers, frequently abroad and so you will have the ability to communicate, show initiative, make decisions, argue your point and work in a team.

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A key role for a Software Development Manager to lead a team of 30+ engineers on leading edge secure transaction software.  You must be able to provide leadership, guidance and direction but also have demonstrable current hands-on development skills.  You will take responsibility for managing the technical project leads who are all high calibre engineers.  The Software Development Manager will have the following skills:

• A degree in a relevant technical discipline.
• In-depth understanding of software development processes, procedures and management on multiple platforms including UNIX and Windows.
• Programming skills in more than one of C, C++, Java, C#, embedded.
• Strong leadership and project management experience (although they will also consider senior development engineers looking for the next career step).

This is an outstanding opportunity for a Software Development Manager to join this dynamic development company.

Keywords: Software Development Manager, OO, embedded, C, C++, C#, Java, team lead, Cambridge.

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Software developers in the mobile comms, automtive and other safety-critical sectors are demanding the abiltiy to debug complex, multiprocessor embedded applications. Our client is developing advanced silicon IP to address this need. They believe they have a headstart on the competition and are well positioned for big success.

Following substantial recent investment, our client is now seeking "star" engineers to play a key part in the development and growth of the company.

You will have a first-rate intellect and skills in the area of embedded systems, with exprience in areas such as: computer architecture; multiple processor systems; systems design; silicon RTL design with Verilog/VHDL; design for FPGAs/ASICs.

You will likely have a good degree in Electronic Engineering or similar, but most important are creativity, the ability to develop innovative solutions and a willingness to work in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment.

A range of experience will be considered. Our client is looking for committed people, and in return share options are on offer for the right candidates, as well as competitive salary.

Contact us now to find out more.

Keywords: embedded systems, embedded software, computer architecture, multiple processor systems, multiprocessor systems, RTL design, Verilog, VHDL, FPGAs, ASICs, startup, Cambridge

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Our client is a scientific software company using their innovative product to help face environmental problems and industry regulations. With this growing area in environmental design they’re looking for a bright, motivated Eco Design Engineer to join their high calibre team in developing information resources.

The Eco Design Engineer will work in the technical team and will collaborate with industrial and academic customers and partners to research, build and maintain information resources and databases. The resources enable the environmental impact of products across their lifecycle to be assessed and the Engineer will develop training material to support customers and deliver product demonstrations.

A very good understanding of either materials and manufacturing processes or Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science or Environmental Science is required. Advanced Excel skills and some programming experience (e.g. VBA) is desirable, and a Masters / PhD in Engineering, Materials or Sustainability / Environmental is advantageous.

Professional experience in materials and processes and knowledge of the practical impact of Eco Audit, LCA, ISO 14040, PAS2050 in industry is beneficial.

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Senior Embedded Software Engineer is urgently being sought to join a leading networking company to undertake expansion of projects in development of low-level software and device drivers for real-time embedded operating systems. Other responsibilities will include: development of linux kernels; system test software; and network programming solutions.

Requirements:
- 1st/2.1 from a top university in computer science or related discipline.
- Experience in hardware device driver development and test, with good associated understanding of digital hardware.
- Experience of C / C++ software development of embedded / test software in a UNIX environment.
- Experience with C-Executive, Labview or Delphi would be desirable.
- Knowledge of network protocols and RF systems would be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced embedded software engineer to work on low-level network devices, and contribute to this leading company. Senior Embedded Software Engineer – real-time, C / C++, device driver, linux, digital hardware. Cambridge, £35,000 to c£50,000 DOE + good benefits.

Recommend for £250 – see www.ecmselection.co.uk/tell-a-friend for details.
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You will have an Honours degree (2.1 or above) typically in Electronic Engineering or Physics from a good University and may also have a postgraduate qualification. Essential experience includes substantial experience in a commercial environment; development experience of one or more large scale wireless systems from specification to integration and delivery; modelling and simulation of wireless communication systems; experience of RF systems design in range 100 MHz to 10 GHz e.g. link budgets, antennas, linearised amplifiers, receive chains, gain line-ups and experience of designing systems with digital modulation schemes. You may also have experience in antenna beam steering and/or RF direction finding algorithms and engineering design techniques for high density products e.g. mobile phones.
You will be self motivated, able to take the initiative in client discussions, be an effective team player and have efficient time management skills enabling you to work well on your own.

You will have all of the following skills:

• Able to design and mathematically analyse bespoke communication systems independently and also using tools such as Matlab
• Able to design the architecture of a wireless system from a blank sheet of paper
• Able to effectively perform requirements capture and write documentation
• Able to generate air interface protocol specifications
• Knowledge of current air interface standards used for wireless communications including some or all of: WCDMA, LTE, GSM, WiMAX, WiFi, Zigbee, Bluetooth, GPS
• Be comfortable with working at all levels of a system from architecture design through to practical hands-on working in the lab or field

The following skills would also be an advantage:

• Experience of writing software e.g. C
• Able to implement ad hoc investigation software tools using e.g. Python
• Able to use structured methodologies such as UML

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This leading technical consultancy is looking to recruit an experienced Embedded Software Engineer who will be responsible for:

· The design, development and test of whole software subsystems, sometimes on more than one project at once
· The design of interfaces between your code and that of other software engineers on the team
· Delivery of high-quality code, compliant with the client’s requirements
· Carrying out your specific project tasks within the timescales and budgets agreed with the project manager
· Defining regression tests to ensure that your software is robust and complies with the specification

Minimum requirements:

With an appropriate background in embedded software, you will have an excellent degree in a relevant subject, such as electronic engineering or computer science, as well as:

· Experience in embedded software in C
· Experience in communications software
· Understanding of both hardware and software
· Understanding of build systems and source control

Experience of the following would be advantageous:

· Understanding of wireless communications systems
· Windows programming
· One or more scripting languages

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As Senior PDK Engineer, you will lead, manage, and evaluate the development of PDK tools by third parties for in-house design requirements including EDA modules and toolsets. This will include the development of working relationships with key vendors, foundry and EDA providers; and contribute to PDK strategy and planning. Further responsibilities will include managing student internship programs for advanced process technologies; managing associated training activities; and participating in recruitment processes.

Candidate requirements:

You will be degree educated (in Electronics, Device Physics, Computer Science or similar field) or have held a similar role in a semiconductor company. You will further have proven experience in technical project management to develop PDK components (SPICE, verification decks, p-cell library) for analogue/RF product design; knowledge of advanced CMOS technology (90nm and beyond), design flow, and EDA/CAD tools (eg: Cadence and Mentor). Experience of NPI, or technology transfer (from fab to technology development to manufacturing) would be advantageous.

Although this role is being recruited for the Cambridge site, applicants who would prefer to be based at offices in the South of France would be considered.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a technical lead engineer with good communication skills to join a growing technology company, take leadership of key development tools and be rewarded with an excellent remuneration package.

Keywords: PDK, EDA, CMOS, process technology, client-facing, design, analogue, RF, semiconductor, France, Cambridge, UK.

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Your chance to join an exceptional software company offering a fantastic work environment and benefits package including bonuses, free breakfast & lunch, 25 days holiday, pension, BUPA health and travel insurance, stock options, life assurance, critical illness cover, income protection cover, local travel discounts, etc etc!

Thorough testing is embedded in our client's culture. They develop and test software in small, autonomous teams using the scrum approach. On every project, test engineers work with developers, usability specialists and technical authors from start to finish - quality is not an afterthought.

Top quality testers are vital to their continued growth and they are looking for more.

You should only apply if you share their commitment to relentless testing, and constantly look for ways to break developers’ code. This is a fully technical role, and you will be expected to write automated test code.

You'll need experience in automated testing using a mainstream programming language such as C#, Java or C++. Above all, you should be able to show an ability to master whatever technologies are needed.

Contact us now and you could be joining a truly exceptional company who are a real success story - both for the quality of their products and for being a superb place to work.

Keywords: software test, software QA, test engineer, SQL, databases, automated testing, programming, C++, Java, C#, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire.

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This highly innovative company specialises in complex automation systems for bioprocess development.  They seek an innovative Technology Project Manager to deliver early stage technology and product development projects delivering thoroughly understood and working technologies and commercially valuable products. Their products often start life as complex technology and design study type projects.  These projects require significant technical input as new concepts and technologies are investigated and their commercial value established.  This role will be focused on delivering these projects – from a technical perspective and a project management perspective.

The Technology Project Manager will have the following skills and attributes:

• Proven experience of technology development, early stage product development and managing projects.
• Minimum 2.1 (Hons) from an established university in a relevant scientific or engineering subject.
• A broad multi-disciplined engineering or physics background with sensing systems, optics, spectroscopy, electronics and signal processing.
• Effective team leading and customer facing experience.
• Self motivated and willing to travel worldwide.

Keywords: Technology Project Manager, multi-disciplined, spectroscopy, sensors, project management, 2.1, 1st, PhD, team lead, Royston, Cambridge.

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This highly innovative company specialises in the development of solutions for blue chip companies worldwide.  They now seek high calibre electronics / software engineers to create and develop new products.

You will be expected to make a solid contribution to a group with core business in high-speed inkjet printer datapaths and printhead drivers.

You will be expected to:

· Immediately engage in a technically and commercially stretching environment
· Develop PC (Windows/Linux) and embedded software across the full product life-cycle – design, implementation, test and support
· Contribute to and lead technically demanding industrial printer projects
· Effectively integrate with a talented multi-disciplinary team of like-minded people

You must have:

· A 1st or 2.1 class degree in electronics or computer science
· Intrinsically high levels of motivation
· Excellent communication and presentation skills
· A good mixture of design, implementation and test capabilities

Keywords: PC, Embedded, Windows, Linux, Electronics, Software, Cambridge.

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Our client is the expert in materials information, working with commercial and academic clients worldwide.  With continued growth, they’re seeking a bright, capable technologist / scientist to play a key role developing materials and process data products: plan, research, build and maintain information resources containing engineering, cost, environmental and other data, and develop modelling capabilities for material and process costs and properties, including eco properties.

With at least a 2.1 Honours and ideally a PhD in Materials, Metallurgy, Manufacturing or similar, you will have a sound understanding of material and processing properties - metals, polymers, ceramics, composites, natural materials - and have excellent computer skills: advanced Excel, VBA and modelling skills. Database and SQL experience is an advantage. You will have an appreciation for the applications of materials property databases and experience of materials and manufacturing in aerospace, defence, energy, medical, consumer, electrical, electronics, oil & gas, or similar industries.

Keywords: materials, manufacturing, data modelling, Excel, VBA, top academics, PhD, Cambridge.

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The DSP Group of this leading company works closely with other disciplines to develop cutting-edge software-defined radio products for standards like LTE, 3G and WiMAX, and for bespoke systems, and related technologies like audio and video compression. They use first principles thinking to create class-leading designs based on digital signal processors ranging from their own in-house ASICs cores through to the highest-performance multi-core devices.

With continued success they are currently looking for someone to take a lead role in the Digital Signal Processing Group.

To meet the demanding requirements of the role you will have a good degree in an engineering or related subject.  With previous relevant experience working as a radio designer, possibly within a lead role for a telecommunications company or other relevant area, you will also have:

· A strong technical background in software-defined radio
· A proven ability to lead engineering teams
· Experience of system design across multiple disciplines
· Good knowledge of the product development process
· A proven record of getting software designs right first time
· Good oral and written communication skills
· The ability to interact effectively at all levels in a client organisation

An understanding of protocol stacks and/or radio design will be considered an advantage (where appropriate, training will be provided).

A great opportunity where reward is based on merit.

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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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Top Quals, C / C++ / C#, Unix / Windows, Good Maths

This is an exciting role with a top Software House.  The company offer a professional but relaxed "Jeans and T-shirts" style environment and innovative work on challenging graphical oriented engineering applications.

You will become an active member of a motivated team responsible for the design and development of leading-edge technical software, with responsibility across the full software development life cycle.

You will interpret customer requirements and research, design and develop reliable, efficient algorithms. You will also write and document high-quality code, working within coding standard guidelines. Specifically, you will help to develop a family of geometric software components for CAD / Data Management applications, including sketching, part and assembly modelling, motion simulation and hidden line visualisation.

With a solid academic record (2.1 Hons / good ‘A’ levels - ideally PhD or MSc) you should have good algorithmic / mathematical abilities and, ideally, reasonable fluency in C / C++ gained within a commercial environment.

This is a top company - offering superb career development prospects & interesting / challenging hands-on R&D work.

In addition to a good salary, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Key skills: Software Developer, Top Quals, C / C++ / C#, Unix / Windows, Good Maths, CAD / Data Management, PhD, MSc

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Innovative technology consultancy seeks Electronics / Firmware Engineer.  You will be part of a team that includes mechanical, digital and analogue electronics, firmware and software engineers who are expected to balance design/development and project leadership responsibilities. They therefore need individuals with outstanding communication and people skills, as well as a passion for innovation.

The Electronics / Firmware Engineer will develop high speed and analogue electronics systems through the full product development cycle; be proficient with some or all of the following: VHDL, Altera Quartus, Altium Designer, C/C++; contribute to and lead technically demanding projects; and integrate effectively with a talented multi-disciplinary team of like-minded people.

You must have a 1st or 2.1 class degree in electronics, computer science or a related field from a good university (i.e. have good A level grades too); and have a good mixture of design, implementation and test capabilities.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a challenge technology environment at the cutting edge of technology.

Keywords: Electronics, Firmware, VHDL, C, C++, Cambridge, 2.1, 1st.

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This highly regarded company specialises in developing quality software solutions to engineering problems for academia and industry world-wide.  With continued success, our client is looking for an experienced C# .Net Software Developer to join its highly innovative team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically accomplished developer to join a small talented team and to contribute their own ideas, skills and experience. The Software Developer will be designing and developing software using Microsoft .Net framework (C#) and SQL Server for the web, desktop or server, and managing the development process for individual projects. 

You must have significant experience of software development using C# .Net and are likely to have experience of working in an agile environment. Experience mentoring junior developers is beneficial.

1st Class or 2:1 Honours degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Science or Maths from a top university is essential.

This role is based in smart offices close to the city centre and comes with an excellent benefits package - including a generous pension, share options and health benefits.

Keywords: C#, .Net, SQL, web, desktop, server, science, scientific, software engineer, software developer, Cambridge.

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Our client is looking for a talented Software Engineer to join their Parallel Computing team.

This will require excellent object-orientated design and programming skills, strong inter-personal and communication skills.

Qualifications Required / Preferred:

• PhD or equivalent in Maths, Physics, Engineering or Computer Science (will be from a premier university).
• Good OO skills in Java / C++
• Either experience with several OS’s (Linux, Windows, MacOSX) or experience in distributed systems
• Excellent communication skills

Nice to have:

• Experience writing job or task schedulers
• Background in Distributed Systems
• MATLAB
• Cross-platform experience
• Experience with RMI & JINI

Keywords: Software Engineer, OO, Java, C++, Cambridge.

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Top specialist scientific company delivering unique software solution to engineering problems to academics and industry leaders worldwide.  With continued success they’re now looking for the best Graduate Software Developers to join their high-calibre team and contribute their unique ideas and personality.

A varied, challenging role offering great career development and the opportunity to join a high-regarded technology-leader.

The Graduate Software Developer will design and develop software using Microsoft .NET framework (C#) and SQL Server for the web, desktop and server and learn to get the best from a wide range of technologies (ASP.NET, AJAX, WPF, WCF, SOAP, SQL, TDD, ...).

Applicants must have an impressive degree (1st Class or 2.1 Hons minimum) in Computer Science or related subject, and excellent hands-on software skills.  Experience in C# is highly advantageous.

More keywords: graduate, junior, software developer, software engineer, C#, SQL, Cambridge, top academics, science.

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The position will require you to apply your mechanical engineering abilities to the development of world-leading products for clients around the globe. You will both lead and work within multi-disciplinary teams of highly talented people to develop novel solutions to complex technical problems.

As a Lead Engineer in the Instrumentation Technology Group, you will be involved in the hands-on product development and design of complex electro-mechanical systems. You will contribute to multi-disciplinary projects in teams of engineers, consultants and designers.

To meet the demanding requirements of this role you will be a talented, creative engineer, with the ability to solve complex electro-mechanical system problems and design ingenious solutions.  You will have a high level of practical experience with proven technical skills and will have significant relevant experience in an engineering design environment preferably applying a systems engineering approach to development. Applicants should have an excellent first degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline and experience with electro-mechanical systems including several of the following:

• Drive systems
• Bulk fluids handling
• Motors and Gearing
• Power
• Measurement
• Control Systems
• Excellent understanding of manufacturing techniques and assembly processes
• Hands-on experience of 3D CAD (ProEngineer or Solidworks preferred)
• A passion for engineering
• Team leadership or project management experience

In addition one or more of the following would be beneficial:

• Experience with robotics or automation
• Excellent understanding of materials selection
• Experience of designing for the Medical Industry
• Postgraduate study in a relevant field
• Practical Regulatory knowledge (QSR/ ISO13485)

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Our client is an internationally renowned company developing real-time distributed systems for a broad range of applications and industries.  With continued success they’re looking for a talented and customer-focussed software engineer with a Smallworld GIS / Magik background to join their expanding and highly skilled team creating and delivering products to customers. 

This is a varied and challenging role: working with peers and customers, providing technical input and applying strong problem solving skills.  The Smallworld GIS / Magik Developer will work closely with UK and global support and development teams, and collaborate with these teams on requirements, design and implementation.

You will be a driven and engaging individual with a solid technical background and programming skills.  Excellent presentation skills and outstanding interpersonal skills are essential.

Requirements:

• Smallworld GIS background, with strong Magik skills ideally in Telco with expertise in PNI.
• Java, C++, C# and web technologies.
• Working knowledge of Enterprise Integration, webservices and relational database systems (Oracle, SQL).
• Technical documentation.
• Agile computing and SCRUM method skills would be an advantage.

Keywords: Cambridge, Smallworld GIS, Magik, Telco, PNI, Java, C++, C#, relational database systems, client-facing, support.

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This highly regarded company specialises in the development of technology driven solutions for a wide range of clients worldwide. This particular group works on the delivery of drug discovery, surgical and diagnostic devices. You will have a passion for improving products for their clients, discovering and applying research insights during every stage of the design process. You must have an understanding and experience of qualitative and quantitative human factors research methods, and the ability to tailor these to project needs; the ability to engage both internal and external project teams through insights and expertise; plus the aptitude to translate research insights into relevant development directions.

You will have a high level of empathy and interpersonal skills and be prepared to travel globally to design and conduct research studies. Experience and an interest in medical device development would be beneficial, including knowledge of relevant human factors standards and documentation, and any additional foreign languages are an advantage.

You must have at least a 2.1 (Hons) in a scientific or engineering discipline and be a specialist in human factors, ergonomics, cognitive psychology, usability, anthropology, product interaction or product design, through experience or training.

This is an exciting requirement with this dynamic, leading edge company working with clients at the cutting edge of technology.

Keywords: Human factors, ergonomics, usability, Cambridge, 2.1, 1st.

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We have exceptional C++ jobs in fields including, but not limited to:

• sensor technologies
• financial software development
• mathematical modelling
• mobile and fixed comms
• 3D modelling and image processing

Our clients can offer you real career development - you won't have to settle for a run of the mill job.

Join a leading product company or technical consultancy where you will be challenged and supported to achieve all you hope.

Contact ecm now to discuss your requirements in detail. We can help you secure a superb new opportunity. Don't delay, apply today!

This is an exciting opportunity to work on leading business management software, enabling customers to improve sales and streamline their businesses. Based in their Cambridge offices, the successful candidate will develop bespoke CRM configurations for mid-sized and enterprise organisations.

You will join a dynamic team providing custom software solutions through collaborative work with customers via onsite visits.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in C# .Net, ASP.Net, and JavaScript.
• Proven experience with SQL.
• Ideally Microsoft Dynamics CRM development experience (without this, training may be provided).
• SharePoint, web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XML), Silverlight and Visual Studio technologies are desirable. Experience in MOSS, VB, WinForms, WCF, WWF is a plus.

Although it is likely that you have a good degree in a related filed, proven experience is highly valued. Excellent remunerations are on offer depending on extent of CRM development experience. Possibility of home-working (after a trial period).
Keywords: CRM, C#, .Net, ASP.NET, JavaScript, database, Cambridge, client-facing, travel.

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Our client have a stochastic modelling tool which, amongst other things, is used to optimise very high-dimensional functions (for example non-linear functions of 800 variables) and/or find roots of non-linear equations.  They wish to extend their current algorithms and techniques further on an on-going basis so as to ensure that they remain world-class in their functionality. The role requires:

· A hands-on technical mathematical development role.
· Working within an agile rapid development process.
· developer/quant who can assist with pushing the technical capabilities of the software’s optimisation and root-finding functions.
· The successful candidate will be involved in research and development, literature review, prototyping and benchmarking, and then implementation of the chosen algorithms within the product.
· As an on-going and developing field of research, this is expected to be an open-ended R&D post, although the numerical-developer/mathematician skill-set that it requires could well be deployed to tackle other algorithmic problem areas of the code.

The Requirements

· The candidate is likely to have an PhD, or equivalent experience, in the field of [non-linear] optimisation and root finding and detailed knowledge of numerical methods and their application.
· Prior exposure and knowledge of use of distributed systems in this field may be an advantage.
· Good with OO programming basics, ideally with experience of either C++ or C# and programming in a .NET supported language such as C#.
· Experience with Excel
· Excellent verbal/written communication skills.

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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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Essential:
• Excellent knowledge of Linux/Unix systems administration (ideally in a distributed network environment). Proficient in use of the Linux/Unix command line interface. Basic scripting using bash/perl/python.
• Ability to produce web tools using Perl, Python, PHP, HTML and mySQL.
• Highly computer literate with advanced troubleshooting skills.
• Presentation skills: the ability to make complex technology understandable.
• Experience of supporting highly available web-based services.
• Good knowledge of enterprise-class IP infrastructure (routers/switches/firewalls).

Desirable:
• Experience of network management using SNMP.
• Good knowledge of networking equipment administration.
• RedHat RHCT/RHCE certification.
• Good knowledge of packet-based interface monitoring tools such as tcpdump and Ethereal.
• Confident in MS office applications (particularly Excel and PowerPoint).

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Our client is a world leading company providing chemical reagents to customers worldwide.  They’re now looking for a talented Software Developer to join their friendly team at Head Office in Cambridge.

The Software Developer will develop end-user focused software using ASP.NET, C# in agile and will need excellent communication skills in order to gather requirements and manage project teams. The Software Developer will also support the replacement of a legacy ColdFusion system.

Significant web software development experience (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, AJAX), substantial SQL knowledge and a degree (min 2.1 Hons) in Science or Maths are essential. The Software Developer will either have ASP.NET C# expertise or solid Java skills with a demonstrable interest in learning C#.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a customer focused company offering a dynamic working environment and an attractive benefits package.

Keywords: C# ASP.NET, SQL, web development, software developer, agile, Cambridge

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This growing technology company seeks a very experienced Product Marketing Manager to focus on a broad range of responsibilities to determine product market requirements including:

• Develop product roadmaps;
• Assess existing and potential markets; participate in product lifecycle planning, co-ordinate technical product development and development of product strategies;
• Drive new product definition and feature requirements;
• Develop detailed product briefs, product requirement documents and datasheets;
• Establish, maintain and communicate pricing and positioning strategies; and
• Direct and co-ordinate product promotion, increase market share and obtain competitive market position.

As well as being responsible for managing a small marketing team you will be a contact for customers and potential customers.  You will have exceptional interpersonal and team skills with strong people management and customer facing skills.  With a “whatever it takes” attitude you must be prepared to travel extensively to North America and Asia.

With a degree in an engineering subject you must have eight or more year’s technical product marketing management experience with semiconductor companies, preferably in the areas of digital displays, digital imaging, digital TV or mobile communications, with experience of managing and leading a small marketing team. 

This is an excellent opportunity to work at the cutting edge of technology with this growing company.

Keywords: Product Marketing Manager, Cambridge, Semiconductors, roadmaps, manager, leader.

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Our client is a highly regarded specialist scientific software company, providing a unique product to customers in academia and industry worldwide.  Its software team continues to grow and is now looking for a highly talented web developer to bring clarity, ease of use and style to their new features and products.

You will work in a small team of talented software engineers and design, develop and maintain software using ASP.NET (C#), jQuery, and Javascript for intranets and the web.

You will have experience in web user interface design, have used AJAX to add interactivity to web pages and can give impressive examples of sites that you have worked on.  You must have C# and ASP.NET experience, and a minimum of 1st/2.1 Hons degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Science or Maths from a recognised university (or overseas equivalent).

Keywords: C#, ASP.NET, AJAX, web design, user interface, interactivity.

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Our client is a leader in wireless technology and looking for a Software Test Engineer with good commercial experience to join their successful company.

A great opportunity to take responsibility and ownership of aspects of testing projects.  The Software Test Engineer will write test scripts and test system automation including defect investigation.

As well as good commercial test experience, the Software Test Engineer will need a good degree (min 2.1) in Science, Maths, Software or Electronics. Proven experience of scripting and programming (ideally Perl) and good understanding of software test methodologies and debug techniques is essential.

Desirable: experience in wireless communication protocols (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, UWB); networking; UNIX/Linux build environments; and exposure to embedded operating systems (Android, Nucleus).

Keywords: Software Test Engineer, Perl, scripting, programming, debug, software test methodologies, embedded, wireless.

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As a key authority of the Digital Physical Design team, you will represent the team internally and externally, offer guidance and support to all team members, as well as with external engineers and be an active contributor and authority on major chip implementation activities. You will be writing, structuring and managing scripts (eg: TCL, Perl and Makefiles) in a Linux environment for shared use.

Key Responsibilities include: 
•          Be a technical and/or managerial authority and provide leadership for at least one of the key areas of the chip implementation activities (synthesis, place and route, static timing analysis, power analysis, production test, directory infrastructure, management of tools and jobs, etc.);
•          Ensure an effective and productive chip implementation flow is in place and appropriate for the process technology node and tools available;
•          Provide peer review and consultation where necessary;
•          Assist in the recruitment of engineers when appropriate;
•          Keep abreast of current and future implementation tools and techniques, particularly in the area of expertise and manage the integration in to current and future implementation flows where appropriate, and communicate to relevant parties;
•          Define and implement strategies to optimise the power, timing and area of ICs;
•          Verify and sign-off of ICs for tapeout;
•          Contribute to the infrastructure and automation of the digital implementation flow;
•          Interface with EDA tool suppliers and other infrastructure providers both internally and externally to ensure an effective and productive implementation flow is in place for use by all group members;
•          Ensure effective communications are conducted within and outside the group to ensure all relevant parties are kept abreast of issues and techniques.

The successful candidate will have a strong degree (or equivalent qualification/ experience) in maths / science / software / electronics / engineering; with an in depth understanding of the digital implementation of ICs and appreciation of the issues involved with a proven track record of technical ability; ability to innovate and implement technical solutions; ability to make technical decisions and communicate ideas and policies effectively and proactively in key areas of expertise. Further, the candidate will have good understanding of design methods, approaches and technical solutions; and operate with minimal supervision in a complex environment.
Experience with Verilog, Perl, TCL, shell scripts, Makefiles and version control tools; Synopsys implementation and verification tools; as well as having strong presentation skills, and chartered engineer certification would be highly Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.']]> Summary: High calibre, experienced Mechanical Engineer sought by growing consultancy, Cambridge, to £60k

This growing consultancy seeks a highly experienced Mechanical Engineer to work as a consultant on a wide range of projects in 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 have excellent mechanical engineering skills to lead demanding development projects and build new business to join their team.  You will have first class technical and communication skills, experience at leading large multidisciplinary projects and an interest in and aptitude for developing business. 

You must have 1st or 2.1 degree from leading institute; a track record of commercialising complex mechanical systems or technology in an industrial setting and delivering technology-based projects against challenging timelines and product requirements; excellent market awareness and capability to develop new market opportunities for technology; and very good communication and team skills including leading multi-disciplinary science and engineering teams.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in this highly challenging environment.

Keywords: Mechanical, 1st, 2.1, Consultant, Cambridge.

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Our client is looking for an exceptional candidate who has the desire and ability to work with clients and so strong customer facing skills are essential.

Qualifications / Experience:

• Experience with using Simulink and Stateflow for controls, signal processing or software development
• Ability to clearly understand how Simulink and Stateflow models should be implemented in C
• Experience with embedded controls or signal processing software development and related technologies including one or more of the following:
  o High integrity applications (DO-178B or similar)
  o Signal processing
  o Validation and Verification Techniques
  o Detailed usage of cross compiler and linker
  o Application or development of device drivers
  o Performance tradeoffs between resources
• Strong desire and ability to work with customers and turn their needs into actionable plans
• Effective verbal and written communications skills, both with customers and internal
• Strong customer facing skills
• Flexibility to work on multiple projects with ability to multi-task based upon frequently changing business opportunities and external demands

Skills Summary: C, C++, MATLAB, Simulink, Stateflow, Embedded control.

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Looking for a range of experienced engineers, you will have:

• Excellent university degree (1st/2.1) in electronics engineering or computer science from a good university with relevant commercial experience (science/maths graduates with highly similar commercial experience will be considered).
• Strong experience in graphic/computer processor architecture (performance modelling; memory system architecture and RTL design; 2D/3D graphics fundamentals; rasterisation, and silicon physical implementation).
• Experience of VHDL/Verilog/SystemC.
• Development experience in C/C++ with OpenGL ES/OpenCL/DirectX, and use of UNIX and shell programming is highly desirable.

This is a fantastic opportunity for (highly) experienced graphics hardware engineers to develop new designs used for the electronic products for tomorrow.

Keywords: Graphics, GPU/CPU, Electronics, Semiconductor, Silicon, 1st/2.1, RTL, C/C++, Design, Architecture, Microarchitecture, Memory, Shader tools.

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Can you catch flies with chopsticks? Turn the merely leet into the elite? Importantly, do you have a deep understanding of computer graphics? If so, sensei, we may have the opportunity for you...

Our client produces cutting edge tools and technologies for real-time computer graphics, which are used by experts in industry, computer games and R&D on desktop, mobile and embedded platforms. They're getting ready to roll out the next major version of their technologies, so they're looking to add top people to their team.

You'll have a good degree in computer science, engineering or a relevant subject, and extensive experience in computer graphics development.

You'll have an enlightened understanding of computer graphics standards from interface through to fundamentals, right down to low level graphics systems/driver development, and you're ready to travel to share your knowledge with others. Not one just to sit on back and hand down wisdom, you're also the first one to roll up your sleeves and put your knowledge to good use.

You'll be skilled in C or C++ on either Windows, Linux, Mac OS X or a mobile platform such as iOS or Android. You'll have experience of a modern 3D graphics API such as DirectX, OpenGL or OpenGL ES. You'll likely have experience of a modern source control system such as SubVersion, Git or Mercurial.

Any experience with Agile development, Scrum, Open Source, embedded platforms, or device driver development would be beneficial.

This is an ideal opportunity to join a great company. We'd love to hear from you.

Keywords: DirectX, OpenGL/ES, standards expert, low level/drivers, open source, Cambridge

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In this hands-on technical role, you will be part of a world class engineering team, developing designs and verification processes, as well as demonstrate technical problem solving and innovative solutions for microarchitecture definition and RTL definition. Further at Principal level, you will provide team leadership and mentor junior engineers.

Candidate requirements:

•            Strong academic background (1st/2.1 in electronics, computer science or similar) with relevant commercial experience.
•             GPU/CPU hardware design and implementation experience.
•             Development experience in an UNIX environment.
•             Knowledge of industry standard simulation environments.
•            Further attributes are highly desirable: design for low power, high performance; knowledge of 2D/3D graphics and software APIs, C/C++, scripting (Perl/Python/Tcl); and OpenGL ES/OpenVG development experience.

For the Principal level role, as well as the above, applicants must have prior experience in project ownership and sign-off of designing sub-systems; verification at block/unit/system level; and VHDL/Verilog modelling at an (micro-) architecture level.

This is a great opportunity for Experienced Graphics Engineers to join a leading technology company and work on next generation designs, and in return be rewarded with a great remuneration package including top benefits including: contributory personal pension scheme and possible share options, whilst working in spacious offices.

Keywords: Graphics, GPU/CPU, Senior/Principal, UNIX, hardware, semiconductor, IC, architecture.

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The role is a combination of systems installation, commissioning, and management, and customer support. It will also involve configuration and management of the associated infrastructure, such as Firewalls, Routers, Switches and Servers.

The role will be broad and will need someone who is prepared to get involved in a wide range of different engineering disciplines from radio system deployment to database and web software. The successful candidate will be experienced in administering the Linux operating system together with the configuration of network related infrastructure. The role will also include the creation of documentation and associated network descriptions. It may involve some weekend 'on-call' support.

You are likely to have all, or at least many, of the following skills and experience:

• An engineering or computing degree
• Experience of design, management or test of large IT systems
• Experience of design or deployment of communication infrastructure
• Customer support of IT or communications systems
• In depth knowledge of the Linux operating system (System administration)
• A data communication qualification, such as Cisco CCNP or similar
• In depth knowledge and experience in the configuration of switches/routers and firewalls

Specific technical experience of the following areas will be considered an advantage:

• Script creation to run automated tasks using languages such as Bash/Perl/Python.
• Good understanding of SQL and associated database administration
• System administration of database and web based systems (we use Firebird and Apache)
• Network systems design, planning or deployment
• Experience of using Windows and Linux in the same environment

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Our highly-regarded client has the ambition of being at the front of advanced multimedia IP products. With continued success they are now looking for a Principal Hardware Verification Engineer to play a key role in their expanding team of dedicated experts.

The verification team uses a wide range of tools including simulation, prototyping, modelling and formal proofs. As such, you will need to demonstrate specialist skills in complex IP verification, including hands-on experience using state of the art verification tools, techniques and methodologies.

You will lead the definition, review and implementation of verification strategies for high performance, low power GPUs. You will provide technical support for junior engineers, create and review testplans, and have technical ownership of verification solutions.

Essential requirements:
• Excellent degree in Electronic  Engineering, Computer Science or similar.
• Proven project experience of technically owning, architecting and implementing verification solutions for complex problems from unit to system level.
• Proven experience and in-depth understanding of the current verification strategies for complex IP development: constrained random, coverage driven, assertion-based and formal techniques.
• Expert knowledge of high level verification languages such as SystemVerilog, Specman, Vera or SystemC.
• Experience of defining and driving FPGA and/or emulation based testing flows.

Highly desirable experience:
• CPU, GPU, multi-processor and memory system verification.
• High-level programming, i.e. C/C++.
• Proficiency in Perl, Tcl, Assembler and Verilog.
• Knowledge of 2D and 3D graphics fundamentals and software APIs.
• OpenGL-ES/ OpenVG development.

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This growing, highly respected consultancy seeks a highly experienced Optical Physicist/Engineer to contribute to a range of client based projects.  You must have strong technical skills and the ability to work in a client facing environment.

You must have at least a 2.1 Hons from a good university (including strong A levels) plus a PhD.  You will have solid knowledge of optical simulation software, imaging optics, optical design/fabrication/testing.  This is an excellent opportunity for a high calibre technologist to work in a highly demanding consultancy environment.

Keywords: Optics, Physics, Optical Design, PhD, Cambridge.

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This world-leading company develops technology for consumer electronics and is now looking for an experienced Software Developer to develop automated test systems.

Test automation software is written in Python, C and C++ and is developed for multiple operating systems, including Windows and Linux.

The Software Developer will design, develop and implement the test automation systems and analyse test results.  The Developer will need excellent communication skills in order to liaise with team members when gathering requirements and developing tests, and effectively communicate found faults.    

Requirements:

• Previous experience developing automated test frameworks.
• Degree (min 2.1) in Science / Software / Electronics.
• Proven C or C++ experience.
• Excellent understanding of Python, test automation and software design techniques.
• Good knowledge of web based application development and data presentation languages.
• Understanding of debugging techniques, configuration management and source control.

Desirable:

• Understanding of processor architectures.
• Understanding of deployment and maintenance of web based tools and SQL databases over multiple operating systems.
• Experience of wireless communication protocols (Bluetooth, UWB or Wi-Fi).

Keywords: Automated test software, Python, C, C++, Windows, Linux, debug, Cambridge.

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This growing consultancy seeks an experienced project leader with a strong track record in one of the following areas; drug delivery devices, diagnostic instrumentation or surgical technology. You will have a passion for delivering technology research and/or product development projects to time and to budget, as well as having excellent client relation management skills.  You will lead demanding medical technology projects with responsibility for a project team consisting of engineers, physicists, designers and technicians, managing all aspects of a project including proposals, financial management, execution, resources, client communications, and on-going sales.

You will have a first class or upper second class degree in engineering or physics; excellent communication and presentation skills; a passion for challenging technology and/or product development activities; gravitas derived from significant experience gained in a relevant medical sector; and be familiar with the regulatory context of medical device development.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in medical technologies within a growing technology company.

Keywords: Medical Devices, Physics, Design, Consultancy, Cambridge, 1st, 2.1.

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Within a period of continuous growth, this highly respected high technology consultancy seeks a highly skilled technologist with a background in optical physics and engineering to lead demanding development projects and build new business in product & technology.

You must have an excellent academic background with at least a 2.1 from a good university (with strong A level grades) plus a PhD.  You must have a track record in project management within optics or a similar field and a broad knowledge of engineering and optics.  You will have demonstrable drive and commitment to be able to take the lead in client management and project delivery.

Keywords: Optics, Consultant, Project Management, 2.1, 1st, PhD, Cambridge.

Our client is a world-leader developing innovative semiconductor technology for consumer electronics.  With continued success they’re now looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join their high-calibre team.

The Embedded Software Engineer will develop software in embedded C for wireless technology and more experienced candidates have the opportunity to lead software projects, be involved with events, provide technical leadership to remote teams, and train and guide customers.

An excellent degree (min 2.1) in Software / Electronics / Science / Maths is essential, as well as proven experience of embedded / low-level programming.  The ability to understand both detailed software components and top level systems / issues is required.

Any of the following is advantageous: an understanding of processor architectures, experience of wireless communication protocols (Bluetooth, UWB or Wi-Fi), Perforce experience, basic DSP knowledge, competency with lab and tracing equipment.

Keywords: Embedded software, C, assembler, wireless, team lead, Cambridge.

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Our client is a leading Cambridge company providing online financial services to consumers and businesses worldwide. The company is expanding and hence looking for bright developers to join their team.

You'll have a good degree in computer science from a red brick university. You'll have at least two years' commercial experience with Java - not only will you understand Java as a language, but you'll know your way around JSP and/or servlets, understand the common pitfalls and be excited to work with this technology in future.

You will have some SQL skills, including basic select, create, update, delete and perhaps an understanding of joins, nested queries and the like. You will be at least somewhat familiar with deployment of Java web applications on Linux / Unix systems.

Any experience you have with Oracle and Agile / Scrum approaches to development will be a plus.

The company offers a friendly work environment, challenging projects and plenty of opportunity to learn from your peers. You will also receive an excellent benefits package, typically including a pension scheme, private health and dental care, life assurance and childcare vouchers. So if you're looking to take the first or next step in your career, don't hesitate - we'd love to hear from you!

Keywords: Java, SQL, Unix, Agile, Scrum, Oracle, web, servlet, JSP, Cambridge

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As an Embedded Digital Systems Engineer you will be involved in a wide variety of product design (consumer, medical and industrial), from concept through to detailed design.

To meet the requirements of this role you will have:

· An excellent first degree / PhD in electrical or information engineering, computer science, physics or related discipline
· Relevant experience in at least one of the following areas, and an interest in the others: embedded software implementation in C, digital design, or electronics;  
· Strong mathematical skills
· An imaginative and inquisitive mind, be eager to learn new skills and to develop solutions for interesting and complex problems
· Good communication skills, especially in writing technical documentation and specifications

In addition, any experience of the following will also be beneficial:
· Embedded Linux or Windows
· A strong grasp of physical concepts, and how physics applies in real world situations
· Experience of digital ASIC or FPGA design and implementation using VHDL or Verilog
· Board-level circuit design
· Analogue and /or digital electronics
· Information theory
· Writing programs in python, C or C++
· Signal processing or algorithm design
· Matlab programming

Graduates with industrial experience or recent graduates with relevant academic course or research experience are welcomed.

Embedded Digital systems Engineer, Cambridge, to £50k.

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With this high growth technology consultancy.

You will be a creative, technically skilled engineer, who is highly motivated and capable of identifying and developing commercial opportunities.  You must be able to demonstrate initiative and to work to deadlines under pressure

You will have an excellent degree 1st or 2:1 in Engineering (or applied physics) from a University with an excellent reputation in your subject, with solid experience in a product development role, with project leading experience, ideally including
customer/client contact.

Your personal qualities will be creative, highly motivated self-starter, energetic and ambitious, with excellent communication skills.

Key Skills: Excellent academics, engineering, applied physics, product development.

Our client develops leading-edge technologies and products, including development of micro-mechanical, piezoelectronic, fluidic and optical devices for markets ranging from healthcare to consumer products. They now seek a bright, enthusiastic, hands-on physicist and electronics specialist with both an aptitude and interest in commercial development. The successful candidate will have strong academic credentials, an intuitive grasp of fundamental scientific principles, and demonstrable drive and commitment. You will be involved in development of optimised electronics solutions for novel sensor, actuator and display technologies; applying skills to create innovative and effective solutions to real-world problems, working on and leading demanding technology and product development projects; participate in the client interface, communication and management; and taking responsibility for best in class project delivery.

You must have a 1st or 2.1 degree in physics or electronic engineering with a PhD from a leading university; electronics experience including practical analogue and digital hardware design, development and analysis skills; very good oral and written communication, presentation, and team skills; and ideally, project management and commercial experience.

Keywords: Analogue, Digital, Physics, PhD, 1st, 2.1, Cambridge, Sensors.

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Working with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers, you will develop leading-edge technologies and products, including development of micro-mechanical, piezoelectronic, fluidic and optical devices for markets ranging from healthcare to consumer products.

They are seeking a bright, enthusiastic, hands-on physicist specialising in electromagnetic design with both an aptitude and interest in commercial development. The successful candidate will have excellent academic credentials, an intuitive grasp of fundamental scientific principles, and demonstrable drive and commitment.

You must have:

a 1st or 2.1 degree in physics or engineering with a PhD from leading institute; experience in electromagnetic actuator, sensor, and control development, magnetic materials, and wireless power and data transmission; strong analytical capabilities and numerical simulation experience; very good oral and written communication, presentation, and team skills; ideally
project management and commercial experience; and familiarity with product development processes and design for EMC compliance.
 
Keywords: Physicist, Electromagnetics, PhD, 1st, 2.1, Cambridge.

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This leading player in high technology consultancy services has a portfolio of clients worldwide and provides tangible real world solutions to a range of engineering needs.  This key role is for an Electronics / Firmware Engineer to work on technically demanding embedded hardware and firmware projects across a wide variety of industries utilising leading edge technologies; to participate in client interfacing, communication and technical programme lead; and to contribute to growth of the group.

This challenging role is for a high calibre engineer with at least a 2.1 (Hons) from a top university (so very good A level grades also needed!) with a track record of hardware design with embedded systems and programmable logic.  You must also have experience of C or C++ in embedded applications; system level design; and use simulation tools (Matlab or similar) and have experience of RF design.

This is a top opportunity for a talented Electronics/Firmware Engineer to work on client based projects in this challenging and dynamic environment.

Keywords: electronics, hardware, firmware, C, C++, embedded, MATLAB, consultancy, Cambridge, 2.1/1st.

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A Cambridge success story - our client develops some of the most complex geospatial systems in the world.  These systems have wide ranging applications and are used by industry leaders worldwide.  With continued growth they’re now looking for Smallworld GIS Consultants with a strong technical background, excellent customer focus and superb problem solving skills.

This is a rare opportunity to join a successful and growing company in a varied and challenging role. The Smallworld GIS Consultant will deliver excellent consulting services to a strong customer base in the UK and Europe.

Depending on experience and expertise, the Smallworld GIS Consultant will either lead or be closely involved with customer projects; assist with proposals; have technical design input; and provide hands-on development support, integration and implementation services.

The successful candidate must have a strong technical background in Smallworld GIS (ideally expertise in PNI, Electric Office, etc), good general programming skills (i.e. C++, C# and web technologies) and working knowledge of Oracle. Excellent communication skills, particularly when presenting technical topics and product features to technical and non-technical audiences of varying sizes is essential.

European language skills and experience with Agile and SCRUM is advantageous.

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Working on leading technology solutions for the medical device sector, this technical consultancy team and looking for a bright, highly able Mechanical Engineer to work on a range of technical projects for medical devices. As well as hands-on project work, there are key responsibilities in understanding client requirements and contribute to the development of drug delivery devices, medical manufacturing systems and surgical technology. The ability to lead technically demanding projects would be expected.

Mechanical Engineer requirements:
- Excellent academic credentials (1st/2.1 in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline), with ideally a technically demanding practical PhD.
- Strong background/interest in medical device development.
- Very strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals, with an aptitude to apply knowledge to difficult problems.
- Good mixture of analytical, experimental and creative capabilities to complement excellent problem solving skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for a fresh PhD or experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a world leading team – developing key technologies for next generation products. Medical Device Mechanical Engineer - 1st/2.1, PhD, problem solving, client-facing, experimental, innovative. Herts., £Excellent + top benefits.

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This growing company specialises in the design and development of software and hardware solutions for highly innovative machines.  This new role is for a Field Applications Engineer to work in a customer facing software role with responsibilities as follows:

to be the first point of contact for technical customer requests; regular international travel (mainly short trips to Europe but there will be occasional trips to USA, Asia etc); developing customer specific requests and general test cases in both C++ and Python; take responsibility for releasing code to customers; manage all customer support issues, either resolving them or delegating to the software/hardware team;
help design the product with common customer issues in mind; testing the system with customer requirements in mind; and colour management of printers.

With excellent written and spoken communication skills, you will be self motivated and have a strong customer focus.  You will have programming skills in C/C++ and Python, an understanding of electronics and mechanics and foreign language skills (particularly Spanish, German and/or French).

This is an excellent opportunity to work with this fast moving company.

Keywords: Customer facing, FAE, C, C++, Python, Spanish, German, French, Software, Hardware, Cambridge.

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Team sizes tend to be small and are made up of highly skilled engineers. High quality work is therefore essential from every team member.

The group carries out software design and architecture, as well as coding, usually in C. Other languages are occasionally used, such as assembly and Java, as required.

In this role you will be responsible for:

· The design, development and test of whole software subsystems, sometimes on more than one project at once.

· The design of interfaces between your code and that of other software engineers on the team.

· Delivery of high-quality code, compliant with the client’s requirements.

· Carrying out your specific project tasks within the timescales and budgets agreed with the project manager.

· Defining regression tests to ensure that your software is robust and complies with the specification.

With an appropriate background in embedded software, you will have an excellent degree in a relevant subject, such as electronic engineering or computer science, as well as:

• Experience in embedded software in C
• Experience in communications software
• Understanding of both hardware and software
• Understanding of wireless communications systems
• Understanding of build systems and source control

Experience of the following would be advantageous:

• Windows programming
• One or more scripting languages

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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 you will have a very strong understanding of electronic engineering fundamentals and an ability to apply this to solve technical problems; have experience of challenging analogue and digital electronics projects, from concept to production; ideally, have some exposure to software or FPGA code development; have intrinsically high levels of motivation, excellent communication and presentation skills; have a good mixture of analytical, experimental and creative capabilities, and have a strong interest / track record 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, Electronics, Cambridge.

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This highly regarded, innovative company specialises in the development of solutions for high technology clients worldwide. This new role is to join a team, which includes mechanical, digital and analogue electronics, firmware and software engineers who are expected to balance design/development and project leadership responsibilities. They therefore need individuals with outstanding communication and people skills, as well as a passion for innovation. You will be expected to:

•             immediately engage in a technically and commercially stretching environment;
•            develop high speed and analogue electronics systems across the full product life-cycle – design, implementation, test and support;
•            be proficient with some or all of the following: VHDL, Altera Quartus, Altium Designer, C/C++;
•             contribute to and lead technically demanding industrial printer projects; and
•             effectively integrate with a talented multi-disciplinary team of like-minded people.

You must have at least a 2.1 Hons degree in Electronics, Computer Science or related subject from a good University (i.e you will need very good A level grades as well) and have a good mixture of design, implementation and test capabilities. You must have excellent communication and presentation skills and be a team player.

This is an excellent opportunity to join this dynamic company at the cutting edge of technology.

Keywords: Analogue, Digital, Firmware, Electronics, C, C++, consultancy, Cambridge, 2.1, 1st, VHDL.

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They are currently looking for a Software Test Developer to:

· Undertake various automated and manual testing activities.
· Assist in the design, Implementation and execution of manual and automated tests
· Assist in activities aimed at increasing the coverage of our automated test suite
· Assist in the analysis of test results and liaise with other Development Team members
· Liaise with the Head of QA and Head of Engineering on matters relating to product quality and progress.

We are specifically interested in candidates who can demonstrate experience in the following:
· Linux
· Scripting to support and build automated tests
· Networking
· SQL
· HTML/XML

Knowledge of the following technologies would be advantageous:
· Python or similar scripting language
· Testing network/internet based systems
· Virtualisation and its use as a deployment and test vehicle
· Automated test frameworks or environments

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Working on wireless projects, you will derive the test strategy and write test plans for complex electronics systems running embedded software. In most cases this will involve working with Project Managers and one or more software or hardware engineers as part of a multi-disciplinary project team. You will also participate in meetings with clients and potential clients from time to time.

Specific responsibilities:

In this role you will be responsible for:

· The test strategy, test plan creation and test generation of whole systems on more than one project at once
· Hands-on testing of the systems being developed
· Work closely with development engineers to design bespoke test harnesses
· Ensuring compliance with the client’s requirements
· Carrying out your specific project tasks within the timescales and budgets agreed with the project manager
· Developing approaches for best practice for test within the Wireless Division
· Mentoring of less experienced test engineers within the team

Minimum requirements:

With an appropriate background in testing embedded systems, you will have a good degree in a relevant subject, such as engineering or computer science.

· Relevant experience of testing complex embedded systems
· Experience in planning the test process for the full software life cycle
· Understanding of both hardware and software
· Understanding of wireless communications systems
· Understanding of build systems and source control
· Experience of bug tracking systems (JIRA, Bugzilla)
· Team management experience
· Minimum ISEB foundation level
· Excellent attention to detail and time management
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Experience of the following would be advantageous:

· One or more scripting languages
· Team leadership skills

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Holding responsibility for leading the technical side of projects, this is an exciting opportunity for a mechanical engineer who is an authority in their field.

As a senior level consultant with the company, there will be frequent interaction with a wide range of people and projects, as well as ample scope for career development.

To meet the demanding requirements of this role you will be a talented, creative mechanical engineer, with the ability to solve complex mechanical problems and design ingenious mechanisms.  You will have a high level of practical experience with proven technical and design reviewing skills, and have spent significant time in an engineering design environment.

You will have an excellent degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

An in-depth knowledge of manufacture and assembly processes from one off designs to high volume manufacture is required.   Experience of high volume plastic injection moulding is essential.   Significant experience in 3D CAD, preferably Pro Engineer and Solid Works is also required.

You will be a bright, enthusiastic team player.  Good communication skills are essential as a major part of your role will be interacting with clients and multi-disciplinary project teams made up of scientists, engineers and designers.

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To meet the requirements of this role you will have:

• An excellent degree or PhD in electronic engineering, computer science or related discipline
• Some relevant experience of production quality software implementation in .NET and/or embedded C, preferably in the consumer electronics, medical, communications, energy, or scientific instrumentation industries
• Understanding of hardware, and the interface between software and hardware
• Understanding of build systems, source control, and development tools
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to contribute to system engineering tasks such as requirements capture, system architecture, specification writing, and verification
• An imaginative and inquisitive mind, eager to learn new skills and develop solutions for complex problems

Any of the following experience would be advantageous:

• Digital security, authentication, or anti-counterfeit technologies
• Working to regulatory standards such as ISO 13485, ISO 60601
• Experience in low power connected devices, or infrastructure and services for connected devices
• Smartphone app development

This is a great opportunity to join an elite company where promotion is linked to merit.

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As a Principal Engineer, you will take a leading role in a multi-disciplinary team of Technicians, Engineers, Consultants and Designers. You will be involved in organising the mechanical, electronic and software engineering design effort to meet the requirements of the projects as well as providing creative solutions to problems.
Your specific responsibilities are likely to include:
· Definition of technical solutions for product or system developments
· Leading design engineers to realise your technical solutions
· Generation of concepts and layouts of systems in CAD
· Detailed design of components and products in CAD
· Tolerance analysis of  system designs
· Production of detailed drawings and manufacturing specifications
· Transfer of designs to manufacture through liaison with external suppliers
· Writing technical reports and producing high quality design documentation
Minimum requirements
To meet the demanding requirements of this role you will be a talented, creative mechanical engineer, with the ability to solve complex mechanical problems and design ingenious mechanisms.  You will have a high level of practical experience with proven technical skills, and have spent significant time in an engineering design environment.
An excellent knowledge of manufacture and assembly processes from one off designs to high volume manufacture is required.   A good understanding of manufacturing techniques, assembly processes and material selection is key.  Significant experience in 3D CAD, preferably Pro Engineer and Solid Works is also required.

You will have an excellent degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

Our client are interested to hear how your skills and experience can help them to resolve the challenges faced during the development of complex drug delivery, diagnostic and surgical systems.  Specific medical device industry experience is not a requirement.

This exciting role, with a leading blue-chip company, calls for an experienced Software Test Manager who can offer hands-on experience with software testing techniques including writing test plans, test design specifications and automating test cases; along with proven Technical Team Lead or Project Lead experience for virtual and/or global teams.

In this varied role you will manage an engineering functional group for Software Test / QA requirements, overseeing the development and execution of software test plans and the analysis of test results. You will also provide the day-to-day management of a group of engineers regarding work plans, establishing technical objectives, and assigning tasks.

The position ideally calls for a relevant degree in computer science, engineering or related field, & / or extensive proven commercial experience in test engineering and in managing complex projects / teams in the application software release cycle.

This is a superb career development opportunity for the right candidate.  In addition to a competitive salary and an extensive benefits package the role offer a superb working environment and the opportunity to work alongside some of the UK's brightest Software Engineers.

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World-leading wireless company seeks a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join their talented firmware team.  This is a great career opportunity for an accomplished Embedded Software Engineer to play a key development role in a highly dynamic environment.

The Senior Embedded Software Engineer will develop software for a range of wireless chips in an Agile environment and mentor junior engineers. Experience of wireless technologies (Bluetooth, UWB, Wi-Fi, ...) and Assembler is advantageous.

Requirements:

• Degree (minimum 2.1) in Software, Electronics, Science or Maths.
• Proven experience of Embedded C.
• Experience of C++ and scripting languages (Perl, Python).
• Understanding of processor architectures and peripherals.

Apply today and join a Belfast success story!

Keywords: Senior Embedded Software Engineer, C, C++, Assembler, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Wireless, UWB, Agile.

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Our client’s technology is used by some of the biggest names in consumer electronics.  With continuing success they’re now looking for a Verification Engineer to join their expanding, highly-motivated team.

The CPU verification team uses state of the art tools and specialist techniques in design simulation, prototyping and formal verification methodologies.  You must have proven experience in verification (ideally on CPUs or microprocessor-based systems) and will be applying both hardware and software skills.

Essential requirements:

• Good degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science or similar science.
• Experience and excellent understanding of validation, i.e. constrained random, directed tests and formal property checking.
• Experience of Verilog and test bench design with Specman-e, SystemVerilog.
• Familiarity of Unix/Linux.

Desirable experience:

• Familiarity with RISC microprocessors and microprocessor systems.
• Perl or other scripting languages.
• FPGA/Emulation flows.
• Leading a verification team.

An excellent opportunity for the right candidate to work in an internationally renowned Cambridge company.  This role comes with a very good benefits package plus share options.

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Experience & Qualifications:

Candidates will have a 2.1 or above in a relevant degree from a top rated university and:

• Commercial experience specifically in the consumer and/or medical sectors or a PhD;
• Good Knowledge of Organic Chemistry and either polymer materials and their processing an applications, Formulation Chemistry and/or Process Science;
• Good understanding of chemicals, materials and their properties;
• Experience in conducting both office based and practical laboratory or industrial research;
• Good knowledge in the use of common materials characterisation techniques.

The following skills would be advantageous:

• Experience with Industrial product development;
• Polymer Chemistry;
• Formulation Chemistry;
• Industrial Scale up processes and equipment;
• Organic Fluorescence Chemistry;
• Chemical Reaction Kinetics;
• Knowledge of Strategic Research Techniques.

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This established company produces a range of innovative products for the AV and IP sector and, with continuous growth, seeks a number of Electronics Engineers – Digital and Analogue to work on product design from concept through to a finished product.
A mixture of high speed digital, microprocessor, power supply and analogue design skills would be ideal as typical projects tend to involve many diverse design elements.

This is an opportunity for an experienced Electronics Engineer – Digital and Analogue to be involved with a spectrum of electronics design challenges giving you a high level of job satisfaction. Although VHDL/Verilog hardware design is not the core focus of the role, FPGAs almost inevitably form some part of hardware designs nowadays and so some experience in this area is required. Schematic capture skills, preferably using Orcad, and a good appreciation of circuit layout and EMC issues are necessary. Advanced EMC experience, such as Tempest, would also be useful.  Products are typically sold in good volumes and so cost reduction and analysis always forms part of the design brief. Careful attention to detail is essential in all aspects of their hardware design work including the critical DFM and DFT areas.

As well as having strong digital and analogue experience the Electronics Engineer will also have a good degree in a relevant engineering subject.

These are excellent opportunities for experienced Electronics Engineers to extend their career in a challenging technology area.

Keywords: Electronics Engineer – Digital and Analogue, VHDL, Verilog, Cambridge, microprocessor, power supply, 2.1, 1st.

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A successful and growing company developing and providing a popular, award winning product to hundreds of happy customers now seeks a capable and self-driven Software Engineer who thrives on getting stuck-into problem solving. 

This is an excellent opportunity to join a company who has maintained that small-company feel with a flat hierarchy, and inclusive working environment where employees aren’t pigeon-holed.

The Software Engineer will be critical in developing the infrastructure of their product and will be writing the tools to automate the infrastructure processes.  The Software Engineer will work free of micromanagement doing a mix of application development and server management.  Proven commercial experience of software development and server management is ideal.

Experience / Skills in several of the following is essential:

• Linux (RHEL / CentOS) server administration
• Configuration management with Puppet
• Configuration and deployment of Ruby on Rails web apps, in particular using nginx, Unicorn, git, Capistrano, memcached
• Nagios and monitoring
• Performance optimisation strategies (at all levels, from tweaking the TCP congestion control algorithm to improving DOM and JS structure)
• Queueing systems, especially RabbitMQ
• Programming with Ruby and the Rails framework
• MySQL administration
• Common network protocols and finding your way around an RFC
• Web app security

Our client offers excellent benefits in return for a dedicated team member – pension contribution, latest technology and a company soda stream!

Keywords: Linux, Ruby on Rails, web applications, nginx, unicorn, git, Capistrano, memcached, optimisation, TCP, DOM, JavaScript, Queuing systems, Rabbit MQ, MySQL, DevOps, Remote working, Cambridge, Edinburgh.

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You will acquire financial domain knowledge by initially contributing to our clients range of testing activities. However, they expect the role to evolve on a short timescale into one of providing business focused input on product development. The role must assist in delivering a better quality product to the customer making our client stand out in the market place.

Minimum Experience:

· Familiarity with using software to solve complex problems.
· A-level mathematical ability applied within a technical degree discipline.
· Strong interest in financial markets.
· Demonstrable interest in software development and technological innovation.
· Demonstrable understanding of the role of quality assurance in product development.

Educational Requirements:

· Minimum 2.1 degree in a subject of a technical nature.
· History of academic excellence.

Keywords / Skills: Financial, Software,  Sybase, SQL, Python, Excel-VBA.

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To meet the requirements of this role you will have:

• An excellent first degree or PhD in engineering, physics or related discipline
• Strong mathematical skills
• Imaginative and inquisitive mind, eager to learn new skills and to develop solutions for interesting and complex problems
• Good software engineering skills
• Excellent communication skills

In addition, experience of the following will also be beneficial:

• Solid foundation in analogue electronics design
• Optical system design
• Knowledge of radio frequency principles and design
• Experience of using C, MATLAB or other computer languages
• Experience in signal processing

Graduates with industrial experience or recent graduates with relevant academic course or research experience are welcomed.

Due to the nature of the work, it will be necessary to obtain security clearance for the successful applicant, and therefore the applicant must hold UK nationality.

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Our client is a market-leading software house for the life-science sector. At their rapidly expanding Cambridge office they seek a Software Test Developer to undertake in-house automated testing through formulation / design / execution of test plans and test suites, proactively work with development team regarding software releases and quality verification, and also provide development input for Windows based applications.

Software Test Developer requirements:
- 1st/2nd Class degree in a technical subject (ideally computer science, software engineering) with strong A-levels (B grades or better).
- Commercial experience in software testing for Windows applications for an applied technology.
- Some programming experience using modern programming languages (C++ / C# / python) with a strong aptitude to develop skills further in software development, and to be able to contribute in code development in projects using C++ / C#.
- Proactive mindset and strong problem-solver.
Further experience would be beneficial: Writing unit tests; Development of Windows applications; Test automation frameworks; Testing of Windows GUI applications; and Static and dynamic code quality tools.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded problem-solver to provide quality assurance through testing of software, and further develop their software skills on commercial projects. Software Test Developer – automated testing, C++ / C# / python development, Windows application. Cambridge, to £38,000 DOE + benefits.

Recommend for £250 – see www.ecmselection.co.uk/tell-a-friend for details.

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Are you a frustrated software engineer or a very bright Graduate / PhD with excellent programming skills - ideally using Java, C++ or similar - and keen to seek new, interesting and challenging project work? 

This is a great role with a successful software company in Cambridge, to work on the search, manipulation and pattern recognition of 3D objects.

The company offer a superb working environment to join a motivated software team responsible for the design and development of leading-edge technical software, with involvement across the full software development life cycle.
 
With a solid academic record (2.1 Hons / good ‘A’ levels - ideally PhD or MSc) you should have solid  algorithmic / mathematical abilities, be able to "think in 3D" and, ideally have reasonable fluency in a high level language such as Java. Any knowledge of other technologies such as Eclipse, Axis2, J2EE, XML, SQL, JDBC, C#, C++, Perl, HTML, JSP, Visual Studio, SOAP, and shell scripting would be an advantage.

This is a top company - offering superb career development prospects & interesting / challenging hands-on R&D work.

In addition to a good salary, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package.

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This leading instrumentation company specialise in the development of applications for the capture, processing and storage of image data. With further growth, they now seek a hands-on Software Project Manager who can offer solid experience in C#, .Net skills.

In this key role, you will line manage a small team and also contribute to design, coding and development work.  You will also support third party development teams based overseas; and will contribute to the strategy for product development by consulting with customers and partners and introducing new technologies where appropriate.

In addition to a solid academic record (2.1 Hons in a relevant, numerate subject) you should have proven commercial experience in managing a small team and hands-on ability in the development of Windows applications using C#.  You should have excellent people / communication skills and an ability to command the respect of the team. Experience of managing off-shore teams would be an advantage.

Key technical skills:

-           C# .NET 4.0 under Microsoft Visual Studio

-           Knowledge of image processing, signal processing or statistics are desirable.

-           Familiarity with Perforce, ClearQuest, and VersionOne would be an advantage.

This is an outstanding opportunity to work with a growing international company. In addition to a competitive salary, the role also offers a wide range of benefits including Pension, Private Healthcare, Bonus Scheme, Flexi-time, Corporate Gym membership scheme

Keywords: Hands-on Software Project Manager, Windows applications, C# .NET 4.0, Microsoft Visual Studio;  Agile / Scrum,  MVP,  multithreading, WPF (.NET 4.0), image processing, signal processing, statistics, Perforce, ClearQuest, VersionOne.

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Leading chip-design company is looking for a Technical Manager to oversee IP and associated libraries through communications with internal customers and external suppliers, as well as keeping abreast of developments in global IP introductions and QA. Further key responsibilities will include: technical support of digital IP procurement / licensing; defining IP; managing 3rd party relationships; contribute to roadmapping of IP; defining QA methodologies; working constructively with design, process, legal and financial teams. Further, the IP Manager will represent the company at external meetings / conferences; contribute to joint white papers; and also mentor junior staff.

Requirements:

• Degree in maths / science / software / electronics.
• Experience in making technical design decisions.
• Full understanding of the design methods / approaches.
• Familiar with semiconductor process technologies.
• Excellent communication skills and effective ability for collaborative work and project management.
• Excellent problem solving skills, and to take responsibility for technical direction.

Ideally the Technical manager will be a Chartered Engineer, with previous experience of: Verilog / Perl / TCL / shell scripts / Make Files / Version Control Tools / EDA implementation and verification tools.

This is an excellent opportunity to take your highly relevant, existing technical management skills to join this prestigious Cambridge based company. Technical IP Manager – Libraries, Licensing, Semiconductors, Procurement. Cambridge, c£68,000 + Extensive benefits.

Recommend for £250 – see www.ecmselection.co.uk/tell-a-friend for details.

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Utilising your superb problem solving skills and excellent numerate aptitude, you will join as a Senior RF Engineer and work on highly complex projects in mixed mode CMOS silicon circuit designs for established and next generation networks. Whilst a background / knowledge of radio and audio technologies (including NFC, WiFi, Bluetooth, FM) would be beneficial, you would be able to assimilate this knowledge through in-house expertise and take on responsibility in radio standard design.

Candidates will have:
- Top academic background (1st / 2.1 from a leading university in a highly mathematical / engineering / science subject, with mostly A’s at A-level (or equivalent) and probably a PhD / Masters).
- Excellent numerate problem solving skills and aptitude for lateral thinking.
- Quick assimilator of complicated topics with strong communication skills to convey complex subjects to peers and junior members.
- Fluency in software writing (ideally C / MATLAB / Verilog).
Knowledge of any of the following is highly desirable: Analogue / digital design in mixed mode ASICs; RF design; Solving technical problems; and Electronic circuit design.

Key words: Top academics, 1st / 2.1, analogue / digital / mixed signal, radio standards, wireless, problem solving, lateral thinking, aptitude.

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This highly regarded, established company provides world class software solutions for blue-chip clients worldwide.  Their suite of software is utilised by many engineering and business based companies and this key role is to work direct with their customers to understand their real engineering challenges and help them to understand how to apply our client’s products to their problems – you will focus on system modelling and simulation and model verification and validation.  You will be working as part of a talented, high-energy team and each day you will be using your modelling, industry domain and interpersonal skills to help their customers derive value from investing in our client’s products; products that allow control system engineers to manage the research, design and testing of systems at a high level, allowing the rapid development of innovative products.  This is a client facing role and you will provide pre-sales technical support, prepare and deliver proof-of-concept presentations, support customer product evaluations, and feedback customer experiences back to the other members of the team.

With a strong degree from a top university in an engineering subject (with some specialisation in control), you must have experience in applying CAE tools to engineering problems.  You must have extensive experience of Simulink and MATLAB and good C and/or C++ programming skills.  Your personable communication skills will be exemplary and you must be happy to travel (mostly in the UK and occasionally overseas).

Keywords: Client facing, Cambridge, 1st, 2.1, PhD, Simulink, MATLAB.

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With excellent understanding of the complete software development lifecycle, you will have experience of taking responsibility for the design and implementation of major product components or features.  Your technical skills will include:

Technical Experience required C++; Linux; Python; Network systems development and internet core protocols; High performance code; Data structure and algorithm design and implementation; SQL; and HTML/XML.

Any of the following would also be beneficial:

Extra credit will be given to candidates who have some or all of the following: MS Windows development experience; Perl; MySQL; Apache; JavaScript; and acting as a technical lead and/or mentoring junior software developers.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an innovative environment where performance is recognised and rewarded.

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This is an exciting opportunity to join a world leading, award winning Cambridge company whose products are used by people across the globe.

You'll be a bright team player, with solid, demonstrable programming and problem solving skills. You'll be developing fully fledged web applications (not just "web sites") for millions of users, and you will be expected to make a full and significant contribution to their server side technology and user interface design.

With a good academic record you will have experience of developing web applications using Java on the server side, HTML, CSS and JavaScript on the client side, and Ajax to communicate between the two.

You'll have good user interface design skills and experience of multithreading and network programming (including an understanding of HTTP at the protocol level, and use of HTTPS). Any exposure to Scala, C#, Python, secure coding practices and/or Agile development would be beneficial.

The position carries an attractive package appropriate to qualifications and experience, to include a competitive salary, a 35 hour week, and generous benefits including share options, contributory pension and private healthcare.

Keywords: web, applications, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, Ajax, Java, HTTP, SSL, multithreading

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Are you a smart software developer looking for an exciting role developing tools for computer graphics?

Our client produces cutting edge tools and technologies for real-time computer graphics, which are used by experts in industry, computer games and R&D on desktop, mobile and embedded platforms. They're getting ready to roll out the next major version of their technologies, so they're looking to add top people to their team.

You'll have a good degree in computer science, engineering or a relevant subject, and several years experience in tools development or computer graphics.

You'll be joining the tools team, helping to create brand new tools, enhance existing ones, and integrate them into existing IDEs. You'll have an interest in user interface design and be excited by the idea of creating great tools for professionals to use.

You'll be skilled in Java and/or C++ on either Windows, Linux, Mac OS X or a mobile platform such as iOS or Android. You'll likely have experience of a modern source control system such as SubVersion, Git or Mercurial.

You may have experience of a modern 3D graphics API - perhaps DirectX, OpenGL or OpenGL ES. Any experience with IDE plug-in development, Python, Ruby, embedded platforms, real-time operating systems or device driver development would be beneficial.

This is an ideal opportunity for a bright tools developer with an interest in graphics to join a great company. We'd love to hear from you.

Keywords: Java, C++, tools, user interfaces, graphics, Cambridge

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This scientific software company has a great reputation and develops an innovative product used by clients worldwide.  With continued growth, they’re now looking for a bright Junior Software Tester who has demonstrable enthusiasm and aptitude for software testing.

Key responsibilities include functional testing, preparing test data, and identifying and reporting defects. As the Junior Software Tester gains experience, they will have opportunities to develop skills in other areas such as automation and performance testing, and to contribute to the agile planning process for product development.

Aptitude and enthusiasm are essential, and a good degree is advantageous.

Requirements:

• Strong analytic and diagnostic skills
• Creative approach to problem solving
• Enjoy learning and adapting to new technologies
• Self-motivation, detail-oriented and a team-worker
• Ability to communicate technically complex concepts clearly, both verbally and in writing
• Some knowledge of software testing processes and methodologies

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Our client is a Cambridge success story seeking an experienced Software Group Leader to provide technical direction and line management to a dedicated audio firmware group.  Technical direction may be dependent on expertise, but the Group Leader has ultimate responsibility.  The Group Leader will:

· Manage the software development, test and process (i.e. documentation, defect tracking and release notes).
· Be responsible for the line management of the team including career development, salary, grading and resource allocation, and recruitment.
· Support road mapping of technical features for audio framework software.
· Liaise with senior and project management both verbally and via written reports.

A proven track record in software engineering, ability to take project ownership and an excellent degree in Maths, Science, Software or Electronics (min 2.1 Hons) are essential.  Strong verbal and written communication skills, and direct customer experience are required.

Beneficial experience: embedded software; semiconductor industry; project management; line management; and successfully managing and delivering software developments.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Software Manager to progress their career with a leading product company.  Apply today!

Keywords: group lead, software manager, audio, embedded, software, firmware, semiconductors, Cambridge, team lead, line manager.

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This international company develops a suite of simulation products enabling the full modelling lifecycle of a product from geometry through to full visualisation. This leading tool is unlike any other FEA software solution by the nature of its flexible physics interfaces.

You will join a small dynamic team as a Technical Sales Engineer (working in highly modernised offices), providing technical understanding and analysis to communicate with leading researchers in order to promote the use of the full software product suite. You will be required to have a broad knowledge of the latest research which is to complement your skills in a variety of scientific disciplines to support future sales activity. This position calls for a unique combination of science/engineering, business, sales and communication skills. The successful candidate will be able to quickly understand complex interdisciplinary technical issues and then, just as quickly, create a compelling case for the client’s software modelling products. The position will suit a recent graduate who wishes to develop their commercial career in a technology environment.

You must have an excellent academic record with strong A-levels (or equivalents; A's/B's in Maths and Physics) with a top degree (1st/2.1 in Engineering / Physical Sciences from a top university and ideally with a Masters / PhD). You must have experience in using mathematical modelling tools and be eligible to work in the UK. You will have some proven client-facing experience (consultancy, sales, teaching etc...).

You must be business orientated, with a genuine interest in mathematical modelling, computational physics, and related software tools. You will have a strong attention to customer service, strong written and verbal communications (essential), and have high energy, self-motivation, with a positive attitude, flexible nature and goal orientated work habits.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a recent graduate to work within a technical, client facing environment at the cutting edge of technology. Some travelling will be required.

Keywords: Physics, Engineering, Science, MSc/PhD, Mathematical Modelling, FEA, Academia.

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·            Creative problem solving and concept generation;

·            Analysis and feasibility assessment informed by practical experience and modelling;

·           Proof-of principle demonstration in which ideas are rapidly brought to life;

·            Detailed design for production, including safety critical medical devices.

Key Responsibilities:

·           Desk based analysis & design;

·           Design & perform laboratory experiments;

·            Conduct searches and write reports on findings;

·            Modelling using tools such as Mathcad and Matlab for example;

·           Present results and deliverables to clients.

Experience & Qualifications:

Candidates will have a 2.1 or above in Physics from a top tier university and:

·            Industrial or commercial experience or a PhD;

·           A good working knowledge of physics;

·            Excellent analytical and communication skills with the ability to analyse a wide range of data, structure thoughts well, draw robust conclusions, and communicate conclusions in a clear concise manner;

·           Specific expertise in optics or fluid mechanics would be an advantage.

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This highly successful scientific software company develops innovative web based text retrieval systems for life science and business companies worldwide. These key roles are for experienced software test engineers with several years commercial experience to develop, maintain and implement automated test suites for a flagship product. Most software development is in C++ and Java.

With a good degree in a relevant scientific or engineering subject you will have a thorough understanding of the software lifecycle. As well as strong commercial experience you will have proven ability or the desire / potential to project lead or mentor others. You must have experience with some of / all of version control, defect tracking, test case management and / or test suite automation. With excellent personal communication and team skills you will have at least one of the following:

•            text mining, grid computing, Natural Language Processing, Life Sciences, Chemistry, web applications, web services, security, automated GUI testing
•             familiarity with cross-platform issues

These are excellent opportunities to work in this challenging technology area.

Keywords: Software Test, QA, Cambridge, full Software lifecycle, text, data, test tools, automated test.

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Our client are pushing the boundaries of wireless technologies for consumer products, and are looking for a Hardware Design Engineer to develop and be responsible to take consumer / audio products to manufacture. These designs will support clients’ requirements for next generation wireless solutions, and integrate products onto existing platforms. Key responsibilities will include PCB circuit design (using Altium Designer); write and debug scripts for automated hardware testing; use digital and analogue (RF) equipment; communicate / collaborate with key people / teams.

Required Specifications:
- Strong academics: degree qualified in a relevant subject (Electronics / Engineering or equivalent).
- Commercial experience in designing, implementing and testing powered wireless systems to a high level.
- Experience of design and layout of hardware for high volume consumer products.
- Excellent hardware debugging skills including peer review of in-house designs.
- Proven skills in soldering and fine mechanical assembly skills.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work well to deadlines.
Further experience with: writing MATLAB scripts; wireless technologies and common digital interface standards; and software experience (C / C++) is highly desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced hardware design engineer to develop consumer products and in return be rewarded with a excellent remuneration package. Senior Hardware Engineer – Audio, Wireless, PCB, RF, Board design, Prototyping. Cambridge, £Excellent + Benefits.

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Our client is an expanding, highly professional and award-winning technical consultancy developing state of the art new products.

They are now seeking exceptional Mechanical Engineers with drive, enthusiasm and hands-on engineering skills.

Working within our client's multidisciplinary teams on major development projects, you will develop mechanical designs for a range of products and processes in the healthcare, consumer, and industrial sectors.  Your challenge is to solve some of the most intractable of problems.  In return your ingenuity will be rewarded with the satisfaction of seeing your ground-breaking new creations launched in the market, making a real difference.

Requirements:
- A 1st or 2:1 degree in Mechanical Engineering from a leading university is a must!
- Strong abilities in the following areas: mechanisms; materials; stress and strain analysis, fluid dynamics, thermodynamic systems; manufacturing, design for manufacturing.
- Strong drive to rapidly absorb and develop skills in a wide range of engineering disciplines

Our client offers a stimulating work environment in an exceptional location close to Cambridge, with excellent benefits and career development prospects.

Apply now for this exceptional opportunity!

Keywords: BEng, MEng, PhD, Graduate Mechanical Engineer, consultant, bright, creative, dynamic, ambitious? consultancy, mechanisms, materials, stress and strain analysis, fluid dynamics, thermodynamic systems, manufacturing, design for manufacturing, DfM, Cambridge.

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Key responsibilities for the Principal Design Engineer will include collaborative work with a team to create and oversee the designs of ESD protection for next generation (and future) products at all levels (from system down to physical level). Your background will be in IC design of the management of RF, power and auxiliary components regarding circuit protection to ensure functionality and robustness, as well as being comfortable to work with foundries and other third parties. There is further scope to extend design activities into other areas of interest which would be suitable.

Principal Analogue / RF IC Design Engineer specification:
- Strong commercial experience in the field of IC design regarding ESD protection at the chip level.
- Extensive knowledge of integrated ESD design techniques, and ideally sub-micron CMOS, semiconductor physics and IO-cell design.
- Knowledge of processing technology.
- Some experience in design for power management circuits (switched-mode power supplies, battery chargers and linear regulators).
Further knowledge / experience of the following would be desirable: Transistor level design of analogue circuits (opamps, comparators, bandgap references) in deep sub-micron processes; Physical layout of IC; and Use of Cadence Virtuoso and Mentor Calibre.

This is a top opportunity to join a progressive, market-leading company, and in return work on innovative chip designs and be rewarded with an excellent remuneration package. Send in your CV now and provide evidence of your relevant skills. Analogue / RF IC Design Engineer – ESD management, systems / physical level, analogue, RF / power management. Cambridge, to c£68,000 DOE + extensive benefits.

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With continued success this world leading company is expanding its team developing graphics hardware and software products for mobile and embedded devices.  Their highly-advanced Graphics Processors (GPUs) set a new standard for 2D/3D graphics and computing performance with low energy consumption.

Our client seeks an OpenCL and Clang / LLVM expert to work on OpenGL ES, OpenCL and OpenVG drivers that support cutting edge gaming and state of the art user interfaces on operating systems such as Linux and Android. With all-round compiler knowledge and a strong academic background you will investigate, implement, test and document new compiler optimisations; increasing speed and reducing memory footprint of online (just-in-time) compilers; and provide OpenCL support to the Clang / LLVM community.

Essential requirements:
• Excellent C/C++ skills and good knowledge of Linux.
• Expertise in at least one compiler infrastructure and at least one of: parsing, analysis, machine-independent and machine-dependent optimisation (including vectorisation and parallelisation) and code generation.
• Proven experience with algorithms and data structures.

Highly advantageous:
• Experience in Clang / LLVM.
• Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages.
• Knowledge of embedded CPU and GPU architectures, and Android (or similar) operating systems.
• Knowledge of GPU technologies: OpenCL, CUDA, OpenGL (ES), Direct3D.
• Exposure to large-scale software build, integration and test environments.
• Experience in contributing to open-source projects.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Software Engineer with a passion for graphics technology. The role comes with share options and an excellent benefits package.

More keywords: optimisation, CPU, GPU, 2D/ 3D, Clang / LLVM, Android, Linux, mobile, embedded, C, C++.

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You'll be:

- A graduate with (or predicted) a 2:1 or 1st in a technical subject from a good University
- A programmer at heart who loves technology and building cool stuff
- Something of a perfectionist, but with a good dose of pragmatism
- Keen to see your work in the hands of real people - and to have them love your work, even if that means more effort for you to get it right!

You'll also have:

- Demonstrable coding skills in C#, Java, C++ or another mainstream language
- A good understanding of computer science concepts such as complexity and object-orientation
- An interest in developing good software architectures or in top flight user interface design

You'll get to be part of a growing, enthusiastic team of likeminded individuals. You'll get to work on a wide range of projects, with fellow developers as well as dedicated testers, usability experts and technical authors, using a truly agile approach. You'll learn a lot (and doubtless teach your colleagues a few things too as time goes on!).

As a graduate developer, you'll receive a generous salary (circa £30 - £35k) and a top benefits package including flexible working, a roughly 40 hour working week, 25 days' holiday, free hot breakfasts and lunches, a pension, healthcare, life assurance, travel insurance, childcare vouchers, discounted gym membership, free parking...the list goes on!

If all this sounds too good to be true, in many companies it probably is - but these guys are special, and they'd love to hear from you.

Keywords: Graduate, developer, applications, agile, usability, UI, C#, Java, C++, Windows

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This is a superb opportunity within the small R&D group of an international company involved in the innovation, design and development of specialised diagnostic instruments and consumer products.  With rapid growth, they now seek a well-qualified, experienced Lead R&D Software Developer  / Team Manager.

This is a senior hands-on and lead technical role within the team, where you will take key decisions on Embedded, Desktop application software and Web-based systems.  Projects will be wide ranging - from initial investigative research through to full systems development, regulatory submission and third party manufacture.

You will also coordinate project resources to ensure projects timescales, specifications and budgets - helping to build and mentor the technical team. 

With a very impressive academic record (ideally to postgraduate level with a top university) in a suitable technical / scientific discipline, you should have extensive hands-on software development experience in at least two of Embedded systems - C / C++, Desktop application or Web-based systems.  Your skill set should also include exposure to other related areas associated with multi-disciplinary development projects, such as electronics, mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory / quality control issues. Ideally, you should have good exposure to modern development methods such as agile development / scrum / extreme programming etc.

You should have proven abilities in managing and delivering high-value, multi-disciplinary, fast-track product development projects in a global context - providing the leadership, energy and drive to deliver results. Although the majority of your time will be spent in Cambridge, due to the nature of this role and your responsibilities, you should also be willing to travel internationally, on occasion.

Keywords: Lead Software Developer / Team Manager - C / C++ - diagnostic instruments, consumer products, embedded, desktop applications, web development, C / Embedded Software development, Electronics, agile development / scrum / extreme programming.

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Are you a smart software developer looking for an exciting role in computer graphics?

Our client produces cutting edge tools and technologies for real-time computer graphics, which are used by experts in industry, computer games and R&D on desktop, mobile and embedded platforms. They're getting ready to roll out the next major version of their technologies, so they're looking to add top people to their team.

You'll have a good degree in computer science, engineering or a relevant subject, and several years experience in computer graphics.

You'll be joining the community team, writing real graphics code and producing content for use by the community. You'll also turn your hand to debugging and optimising graphics code, both in-house and to help the community at large.

You'll be skilled in C or C++ on either Windows, Linux, Mac OS X or a mobile platform such as iOS or Android. You'll have experience of a modern 3D graphics API such as DirectX, OpenGL or OpenGL ES. You'll likely have experience of a modern source control system such as SubVersion, Git or Mercurial.

Any experience with GCC and the GNU build system, embedded platforms, real-time operating systems would be beneficial.

This is an ideal opportunity for a bright developer with an interest in graphics to join a great company. We'd love to hear from you.

Keywords: DirectX, OpenGL/ES, community, optimisation, Cambridge

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This is a superb opportunity for a Senior Software Developer / Engineer will to join a small multi-disciplinary product development R&D group of an international company.  They are involved in the innovation, design and development of specialised diagnostic instruments and consumer products.  With rapid growth, they now seek a well-qualified, experienced Software Developer / Engineer

Product technology areas range from Embedded Systems right through to Web-based Applications. The position offers a great variety of work - from early-stage research through full systems development to manufacture transfer and service deployment. The projects encompass a wide range of technical disciplines and involve both internal and external (third party) resources worldwide. You will be expected to drive product development forward by turning ideas into software architecture, system designs and implement these on commercial products.

With a very impressive academic record (ideally to postgraduate level with a top university) in a suitable technical / scientific discipline, you should have extensive hands-on software development experience, such as:

• Expert skills in languages such as C / C++ / Java
• Significant experience in Embedded Systems Development for consumer products
• Extensive experience in Agile methodologies / scrum / extreme programming etc.
• Ideally, experience in Open Source development, tools and processes
• Knowledge of Telecoms, Cloud Computing, Web Technologies, Information Architecture and Metadata protocols are an advantage.
• Familiar with the design of cost-optimized, high-volume consumer products including electronic systems

 Your skill set should also ideally include exposure to other related areas associated with multi-disciplinary development projects, such as electronics, mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory / quality control issues.

Keywords: Senior Software Developer, C / C++ / Java - diagnostic instruments, consumer products, embedded, desktop applications, web development, C / Embedded Software development, Electronics, agile development / scrum / extreme programming; Embedded Systems Development, consumer products, Agile methodologies / Scrum / Extreme programming, Open Source development, Telecoms, Cloud Computing, Web Technologies, Information Architecture and Metadata protocols, high-volume consumer products including electronic systems.

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Join a world class multi-disciplinary team and make a difference.

Our client develops new technologies for consumer markets.  To impress them you will need to have exemplary qualifications.  Typically this would mean a first class degree from a top university.  Most importantly, they are looking for raw ability and they will consider both recent graduates and Mechanical Engineers with a few years commercial experience.
 
Specific skill required include:
· Ability to understand complex systems and develop logical thought paths to solve problems
· Ability to solve complex 3D packaging issues under complex constraints
· CAD skills
· Ability to communicate, show initiative, make decisions, argue your point and operate in a team.
· Ideally an understanding of issues in high volume manufacture.
· Boundless enthusiasm.
You will be joining a multi-disciplinary team of individuals with different and complementary skill sets. You will have the opportunity to make an important contribution to a small company, with the associated risks and rewards. Your salary will be very competitive and dependent on relevant academic and/or industrial experience.
 
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Play a key role with an established software company delivering bespoke software solutions and business systems consultancy. With continued success, they’re now seeking an experienced Software Test Manager to lead and manage their dedicated team providing high quality test solutions. 

The Software Test Manager will undertake all line management responsibilities and create each team member's development plans; liaise with customers and project managers to organise test activities; manage task allocation; maintain and enhance process improvement activity across the test group.

Substantial management, test and quality assurance experience is essential. An excellent working knowledge of current industry standard test methodologies and an in-depth understanding of development lifecycle are needed.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in workload management and prioritisation methodology.
• Use of performance metrics.
• Working knowledge of process improvement initiatives and quality standards.
• Good degree in Computing / Information Technology and ISTQB Advanced Level Test Management qualification are essential.

Working knowledge of test management tools Test Director, Quality Centre, Rational toolset or Quick Test Pro is beneficial, as well as PRINCE 2 .

Apply today for your next career step! This role comes with an excellent benefits package – generous pension, onsite parking and sought-after promotional offers.

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This is a great opportunity to joining an established world-leading company.  The role offers the security and rewards of a reputable employer - but with the ground-breaking technology and excitement of a start-up. 

As CPU Performance Architect you will join a motivated team to design, test, and debug software models of future generation microprocessors. This will include microarchitecture modelling; development of performance analysis and projection methodologies; workload development and characterization; and performance validation.

In addition to an impressive academic record, you should ideally have solid commercial experience in processor performance modelling or validation along with some exposure to areas such as:

• CPU (or GPU) micro-architecture including knowledge of areas such as processor pipelines and memory systems
• Basic understanding of logic design and state machines
• Microprocessor modelling using C or C++ 
• Assembly language programming
• Good software engineering skills including data structures and algorithms
• Specification and creation of design test benches.

In addition to a competitive salary, the role carries a very extensive benefits package – including health cover, pension contribution, share scheme, bonus and full relocation where appropriate.

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This highly regarded technology company specialises in the development of automated scientific equipment.  This key role for a Software Support Engineer is to maintain and continue the development of existing software platforms for leading edge automated products to ensure that the products continue to meet or exceed customer needs and expectations in the marketplace. You will diagnose, design, implement, test and document software modifications arising from field issues and help develop improved or new software test platforms to enable rapid deployment of software to client sites.

The Software Support Engineer will have a minimum BSc (Hons) 2.1 from an established university in a numerate discipline, preferably Computer Science or Software Engineering.  You must have industrial experience as a Software Engineer, preferably in a quality conscious environment using Object Oriented methodology; fluency in C++ and MFC in a MS Visual Studio environment; experience of working within a software support environment, performing 1st, 2nd and 3rd line support duties and interacting with customers; fluency in SQL is essential, experience of Sybase SQL anywhere is desirable; and have project and team working expertise.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in this highly innovative company.

Keywords: Software, Support, C++, MFC, SQL, Royston, 2.1, 1st.

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Are you a versatile, experienced Embedded Software Developer with C, C++ and Assembler?  You will be working on a world leading range of AV and IP products and technologies, being part of a high calibre team within this established company who have seen continuous growth over many years. Much of the embedded software for their products is written in C and so experience with embedded C is a core requirement for this role. They also use elements of assembler code and C++ from time to time and so general competency with these languages is also necessary. An understanding of the requirements of real time operating systems, and experience of Linux kernels and multi-threaded systems is also required.

As an Embedded Software Developer with C, C++ and Assembler you will be involved with both the structural design of software and detailed implementation work and so they are looking for a developer who is comfortable working at broad and detailed levels. Experience with writing software for network appliances and an understanding of network protocols would be a bonus. Knowledge of security and authentication processes (RSA / AES etc.) would also be useful. The hardware bias of their products also means that it is often necessary to work very closely with hardware engineers to tailor software to work most efficiently on the target hardware platform.

The Embedded Software Developer will have a good degree in an engineering subject as well as skills in C, C++ and Assembler.

This is an ideal opportunity to extend your career in this innovative development environment.

Keywords: Embedded Software Developer, C, C++, Assembler, Cambridge, 2.1, 1st, Linux Kernel, Multi-thread.

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This is a superb opportunity for a bright Software Developer to work in one of the best R&D software development environments in Cambridge - alongside some of the brightest engineers - developing leading edge software / new architectures and systems, with an internationally successful software company. 

They offer a real "jeans & t-shirts" style set-up in modern, light and airy offices with the latest kit, flexi-time, a good relaxation area, free food and great coffee - in a commercial software environment that feels more like a university research lab.

With further growth, they now seek a number of bright, motivated and ambitious Software Engineers to join the team.  All roles call for an impressive academic record and excellent hands-on coding skills.

In this technically challenging Software Developer role you will use high-level languages such as OCaml and Python to further the development of a high-performance, fully-featured open-source tool-stack. You should have a solid knowledge of data structures and algorithms, and experience of functional programming.

You should have an impressive, relevant degree (ideally PhD) and significant experience of programming (commercial, academic or hobby) in high-level languages; an aptitude for implementing and reasoning about complex concurrent, distributed systems - and the skills required to contribute to both the architectural design and day-to-day development of a large code-base.

In addition to a attractive salary, the company offers a comprehensive range of benefits. Applications should be made as soon as possible.

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Keywords: Software Developer  Engineer, functional programming, OCaml, Python, distributed systems, systems architecture, PhD, open-source tool-stack, data structures and algorithms, Cambridge.

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With continued growth, they now seek additional bright ASIC Design Engineers who can offer extensive commercial ASIC design experience - involving the design and tape-out of complex sub-system blocks such as (for example) Video CODECs, CPU subsystems, Network Controllers etc. 

In addition to an impressive academic record, preferably in Electronic Engineering, Computing or a related discipline, you should have recent and proven working experience that demonstrates successful completion of multiple VLSI implementation projects – ideally including VHDL / Verilog / SystemVerilog or similar and possibly some Synthesis and STA.

Of particular interest would be any specialist skills in Video CODEC design (with a deep understanding of H.264 and/or VP8 or similar video coding standards) or 3D graphics standards and their implementation - Open GL, OpenVG, DirectX, 3D pipeline, shader processors / geometry shading / tessellation.

Along with a very competitive salary, the role offers a wide ranging benefits package.

Keywords:  ASIC Design, ASIC Design Engineers, design and tape-out of complex sub-system blocks, Video CODECs, CPU subsystems, Network Controllers, VLSI implementation, VHDL / Verilog / SystemVerilog, Synthesis, STA, H.264, VP8 , 3D graphics, Open GL, OpenVG, DirectX, 3D pipeline, shader processors / geometry shading / tessellation.

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C / Linux / RTOS, Perl, Python - Cambridge, to c£70k + extensive benefits package

This role is based at the Cambridge R&D site of a major international company. They offer a superb environment, with a small company feel, where you will work as a member of a talented and motivated team involved in the design and development of mobile multimedia devices. The position calls for a talented Low Level Embedded C Software Developer / Engineer to work as part of an extremely strong technical team on the low level embedded development of software for a range of applications.

As an Embedded C Software Developer, you will join a small, talented and closely-knit team that is developing next-generation, world-leading technology.  With strong engineering skills and an impressive academic record, you should have excellent C fluency for embedded applications together with a knowledge of make systems and scripting languages such as Perl or Python.

You should also have a strong understanding of electronics / hardware Interfaces. Experience of Real-time Operating Systems (RTOS) and Linux operating systems, particularly at a low level would be of particular interest.

Above all, the role calls for a committed and highly motivated individual who is able to make an outstanding contribution.

In addition to a competitive salary, the role offers a wide ranging benefits package which includes 10% pension contribution (no employee contribution necessary), BUPA for self and family, Share Scheme.

Keywords: Embedded C Software Developer / Software Engineer / Embedded Devices, C / Linux / RTOS, Perl, Python, Cambridge, Low Level Embedded C, C fluency for embedded applications, make systems, scripting languages, low level Linux.

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C, RTOS, ThreadX, Nucleus or VxWorks - Cambridge, to c£60k + extensive benefits package

Summary: Very bright, well-qualified and self-motivated Embedded C Software Developer sought - solid C coding skills and a good RTOS knowledge - such as ThreadX, Nucleus or VxWorks.

This role is based at the Cambridge R&D site of a major international company. They offer a superb environment, with a small company feel, where you will work as a member of a talented and motivated team that has fun developing an exciting and world-leading technology.

The role involves detailed design, coding and testing of software modules, from low-level hardware control to high-level demonstration applications. The typical project is centred around the middleware layer with specific emphasis on the different use cases generated by a wide range of end products. You will have the ability to contribute to top-level discussions on the future development of the processor architecture, and to work alongside chip design engineers.

In addition to an outstanding academic record (1st / 2.1 from a top University) you should offer significant embedded software experience and a desire to work on platform software - with a good knowledge of real-time operating system environments such as ThreadX, Nucleus or VxWorks. An exposure to low level hardware / electronics and some knowledge of Verilog would be an advantage. Above all, the role calls for a committed and highly motivated individual who is able to make an outstanding contribution.

In addition to a competitive salary, the role offers a wide ranging benefits package which includes 10% pension contribution (no employee contribution necessary), BUPA for self and family, Share Scheme.

Keywords: Embedded C Software Developer / Engineer, Embedded Devices, C / RTOS, ThreadX, Nucleus, VxWorks, Cambridge, Low Level Embedded C, C fluency for embedded applications, Low level Linux, embedded operating systems.

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Based at this multinational company’s lead development site in Cambridge, the Senior Handset Systems Engineer will join a leading team to develop next generation designs (of software / hardware) incorporating new RF / wireless technologies. Further responsibilities will include: ownership of reference designs, mentoring junior staff, liaise with / travel to lead handset customers, and work collaboratively with other teams to facilitate the overall development process.

Senior Handset Systems Engineer requirements:

• Good degree in electronics, software or similar discipline.
• Proven understanding of electronic circuit design.
• Experience in designing, debugging and evaluating PCBs including complex RF IC components.
• Strong understanding of RF design knowledge at 2.4GHz for wireless communications.
• Experience in “project-ownership” and driving projects through efficient problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal), and comfortable in client-facing positions.

Further attributes are highly beneficial: Low frequency RF design for broadcast FM radio technology; Analogue and digital audio circuit design; Audio quality assurance; Scripting languages for automated testing and evaluation; Wireless technology standards in handsets; PCB layout tools; and Handset development. Senior Handset Systems Engineer – RF, wireless, handset, electronic design, PCB. Cambridge, c£40,000 - £55,000 + Benefits

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This leading instrumentation company specialise in the development of applications for the capture, processing and storage of image data. With further growth, they now seek a hands-on Software Team Leader who can offer solid experience in C#, .Net skills.

In this key role, you will line manage a small team and also contribute to design, coding and development work.  You will also support third party development teams based overseas; and will contribute to the strategy for product development by consulting with customers and partners and introducing new technologies where appropriate.

In addition to a solid academic record (2.1 Hons in a relevant, numerate subject) you should have proven commercial experience in managing a small team and hands-on ability in the development of Windows applications using C#.  You should have excellent people / communication skills and an ability to command the respect necessary for effective line management

Key technical skills:

• C# .NET 4.0 under Microsoft Visual Studio.
• Knowledge of image processing, signal processing or statistics are desirable.
• Familiarity with Perforce, ClearQuest, and VersionOne would be an advantage.

This is an outstanding opportunity to work with a growing international company. In addition to a competitive salary, the role also offers a wide range of benefits including Pension, Private Healthcare, Bonus Scheme, Flexi-time, Corporate Gym membership scheme

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Keywords: Hands-on Software Team Leader, line manager,  Windows applications, C# .NET 4.0, Microsoft Visual Studio;  Agile / Scrum,  MVP,  multithreading, WPF (.NET 4.0), image processing, signal processing, statistics, Perforce, ClearQuest, VersionOne.

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This is an exciting and challenging role to join a team of extremely capable engineers working on leading edge microprocessor core and microprocessor system designs.  The team produces a range of hardware products including processor designs and system components, as well as supporting software.

As Project Manager, you will work closely with the Product Manager, Technical Lead and engineering team to manage engineering projects from conception through to final delivery - to ensure quality, on-spec, on-time delivery of products.  Your responsibilities will include driving and monitoring the project, planning, scheduling, issue / risk management as well as management of project stakeholders and dependencies - communicating with external partners. You will manage multiple engineering projects, which may include processor designs or system components. 

In addition to an impressive and relevant academic record in Computer Science, Electronics or similar, you should have proven Project Management experience - ideally  within an embedded software / microprocessor systems or similar environment - along with exposure to all stages of the product life cycle.

Your wide-ranging skills should ideally include:

• Proven ability to take ownership, lead, monitor and motivate a team.
• Experience of applying project management in a rapidly changing embedded software or hardware development environment
• Demonstrated ability in building plans from a high level to a detailed schedule 
• Experience liaising with customers, partners and remote development teams
• Clear understanding of, and ability to apply the concepts of risk management
• Able to manage stakeholders through personal leadership and clear project goals
• First class communications skills, both written and verbal
• Willing to travel on occasional basis

A formal project management qualification (e.g. PMP), familiarity with Microsoft Project or similar, previous experience of silicon hardware development and an understanding of hardware and software development lifecycle methods (e.g., waterfall, iterative, agile) would be a definite advantage.

In addition to a competitive salary, the role carries a very extensive benefits package - including health cover, pension contribution, share scheme, bonus and full relocation where appropriate.

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A challenging opportunity with a top 100 company!  Our client’s technology is used by many of the digital industry’s biggest names. With continued success they now seek a Verification Engineer to develop software stress tests to verify CPU cores and associated IP.

As well as software expertise, you will have an understanding of micro-architecture and hardware implementations.  You will write innovative software test cases exposing bugs in hardware that other validation methods have not discovered.

You must have proven experience of developing and debugging low level software at the architecture level and experience of validating hardware systems via software test. You will definitely have a good university degree in Computer Science or Electronic Engineering and strong development skills in C and Assembler.

Other essentials:
• Experience of complex CPU architecture features and their corresponding interactions, in relation to caches, MMU, SMP, coherency and out of order execution.
• Experience with hardware emulators and associated waveform viewing tools for debug analysis.

Highly advantageous:
• Experience with cross-compiling of Linux tools and packages.
• Experience of OS kernel internals.
• Experience of development and integration issues (HW/SW) associated with mobile platforms.
• Experience with Perl and TCL scripting languages.
• Test automation development for embedded processor architectures.

An excellent opportunity with a highly regarded Cambridge company, offering an excellent benefits package plus share options.

Keywords: C, Assembler, CPU, micro-architecture, hardware validation, low-level, embedded, software test cases, C, assembly, debug, cross-compiling, OS kernel, mobile platform.

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The position demands that the candidate has strong experience in the modelling and development of complex fluid networks and systems.

The key challenges are to develop, use and improve rigorous modelling capabilities to aid design and verification of fluidic systems at diverse length scales.

Qualifications / experience:

•            Good degree in a related engineering discipline, with PhD preferred;
•             Experience with FEA and analytical analysis pertaining to fluid mechanics;
•             Experience with the development and running complex fluidic experiments;
•             Familiarity with fluidic micro-systems;
•             Experience with 3D CAD (SolidWorks) is beneficial;
•             Experience leading engineering projects and participation in the technology transfer activities an advantage.

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with evidence of innovative contributions to new product development to join a successful company.

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Our client is a specialist scientific software company with a great reputation.  They deliver unique software solutions to engineering problems to academia and industry leaders worldwide.  With year-on-year growth they’re now looking for a bright Product Support Specialist with good knowledge of SQL Server and internet services to join their support team providing technical support to their international customer base.

An excellent career opportunity in technical application support with a renowned software company.  The Product Support Specialist is a key member of the support team providing remote technical application support to and engaging with customers via telephone or remote system access.  Other responsibilities include documenting, distributing and maintaining support resources for internal and external use.

Our client is looking for a dedicated team member with proven experience of front line customer support and outstanding communication skills.  An honours degree (2.1 / 1st) in a science subject and experience of internet information services and SQL Server are essential.

Experience of cross-platform of Windows, 32 and 64 bit (particularly Server OS), and working knowledge of n-tier enterprise level software installations are highly advantageous.

More keywords: technical application support, customer support, client-facing, SQL Server, internet information services, cross-platform, Windows, 32, 64 bit, SQL, database, software, scientific.

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Based in open-planned modern offices in Cambridge, this technology company has organically grown over several years and are now reaping the benefits of developing leading wireless technology within a close, supportive team of engineers. Our client are looking for a proven Project Manager to further develop their software development projects, taking responsibilities for new product features, bug resolution and releases of products to market. This will be achieved through excellent communication skills to coordinate and prioritise project work within development and other departments (both technical and non-technical). Key experience will be proven background in cross organisational Programme Management, and delivering highly complex projects on-time and budget.

Requirements for Software Project Manager
- Degree educated in a technical subject (such as engineering, computer science).
- Ideally have obtained project management certification (Prince 2 or Agile).
- Have proven Project Management experience within the telecoms industry, with extensive experience in managing parallel software development projects using multi-person teams.
- Experience working within an Agile development environment.
- Experience of Full Software Development Life Cycle (from requirement capture to product delivery).
- Team leadership and the ability to motivate and drive teams to succeed.
- Excellent communication skills to complement a proactive approach.

As well as being rewarded with an excellent remuneration package, the Software Project Manager will take key responsibilities in the direction of this leading technology company. Software Project Manager – Telecoms / Wireless, Multi-project / Programme Management NPI, Release, Cambridge, £Negotiable DOE + Excellent Benefits

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This is a superb opportunity for a bright Senior Software Developer with extensive Linux kernel skills to work in one of the best R&D software development environments in Cambridge - alongside some of the brightest software engineers – in a commercial software environment that feels more like a university research lab.

You will contribute to the development of leading edge software / new architectures and systems, with an internationally successful software company.  They offer a real "jeans & t-shirts" style set-up in modern, light and airy offices with the latest kit, flexi-time, a good relaxation area, free food and great coffee.

In this very technically challenging role as a Senior Linux Kernel Software Engineer you will join a specialist kernel development team working on the design and development of new features; debugging of issues that may be complex in nature and span multiple components; making quality improvements to the product by identifying and implementing improvement of areas of fragile code; and representing the development team on Open Source mailing lists.

As an experienced developer with an impressive academic record, you should have extensive C / x86 assembler knowledge with a deep understanding of Linux internals - including the block and network subsystems, virtual memory management concepts, and their application etc.

Your experience and background in software engineering / development practices, will mean that you understand trade-offs made throughout a project lifecycle.  You should be able to produce clear and thoughtful software designs and communicate these to others.

In addition to an attractive salary, the company offers a comprehensive range of benefits. Applications should be made as soon as possible.

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Keywords: Senior Software Developer / Guru - Linux kernel / Linux internals, networking, open-source, C / x86 platforms, assembler, device drivers, block and network subsystems, virtualisation, memory management, Open Source, Cambridge.

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· understanding customers' development processes and engineering challenges
· designing, explaining and implementing solutions to meet customers' requirements
· managing multiple projects concurrently
· establishing and maintaining strong technical relationships with key customers
· getting to grips with new software tools and technologies

Their goal is to work hands-on with customers to ensure success in the areas of control design, code generation, and verification and validation of embedded software. The successful candidate will support major customers in the UK and across Europe.

Responsibilities

· Develop consulting opportunities in the control design and embedded systems markets, with a particular focus on the aerospace and automotive industries.
· Provide feedback to the software development team to influence the next generation of control design, code generation, and verification and validation tools.
· Share information and experience with the sales and marketing teams.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must have:

· a good first degree from top tier university (a PhD is an advantage)
· 5+ years of relevant hands-on experience
· familiarity with software development in a real-time environment (e.g., scheduling, hardware access, fixed point operations)

In addition, experience in the following areas would be advantageous:

· modelling the behaviour of physical systems
· software architecture modelling (e.g., UML), requirements capture, and source control
· software standards and processes for safety-critical applications (e.g., MISRA-C, DO-178B)
· programming in C++, VHDL or Ada
· Matlab/Simulink

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Our client is a major technology innovator, whose devices are at the core of the world’s most recognised brands.  They’re now looking for a Software Test Engineer to test the DSP code developed for the audio technology in a range of devices. This role is suitable for both fresh graduates and engineers with good commercial experience; mentoring will be provided by more experienced engineers.

You will be responsible for evolving the test system architecture, writing and developing scripts to support testing of new functionalities, and maintaining test scripts including defect investigation.

Essential Requirements:
• Degree (or equivalent qualification) in maths/science/software/electronics
• Proven experience of at least one scripting or programming language
• Good understanding of software test methodologies and software test debug techniques
• Keen interest in software development
• Effective team player, good communicator and good problem solving ability

Desirable:
• Experience of software development
• Experience of audio, FM or signal processing
• Experience of wireless communication protocols such as Bluetooth, UWB or Wi-Fi
• Competent with using laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, DSLAs, digital multimeters, etc

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Our client is a highly innovative communications company, seeking a highly proven RF IC / Analogue Design Engineer to join their team and be a key contributor on the design, implementation and verification of electronics sub-systems, working on radio macro sub-systems development and enhancements. Responsibilities for this RF IC / Analogue Design role include: highly technical, complex problem solving in tightly constrained environments, be a technical authority in Analogue Design including RF electronics – keeping abreast of new global developments; expertise using key tools (Cadence / Mentor and MATLAB) and provide technical expertise and support.

RF IC / Analogue Design Engineer requirements:
- Solid academic history (degree in maths, science or engineering).
- Proven competence in Analogue circuit design of significant complexity and verification techniques using Cadence and Mentor.
- Experience using MATLAB and other system design tools for defining architecture and specification of radio sub-systems.
- Ability to lead activities / tasks of other engineers, and work effectively within a group to define project aims and customer requirements relating to RF IC / Analogue designs. Past experience in coordinating projects and design of entire radio sub-systems would be highly desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proven RF IC / Analogue Design Engineer to contribute to leading developments of new communications electronics solutions for next generation devices, and in return be rewarded with a stimulating work environment, opportunities for career progression and good remunerations including top benefits. RF IC / Analogue Design Engineer – Cadence / Mentor, MATLAB, RF, Analogue, IC, electronics, Cambridge, £40k - £65k + Benefits.
 
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This highly regarded and growing software company specialises in the development of innovative solutions for scientific clients in both academia and industry.

These roles are outstanding opportunities to join their software team, playing a central role in the development of an integrated suite of products.  You will have experience of object-oriented programming in C++; have worked with cross-platform development technologies on Windows and LINUX, 32 and 64 bit; experience of XML technologies, including WSDL, XSD, SOAP; and experience with one or more of C#, C, Perl, Python, Java.

You must have at least a 2.1 honours degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Science, or Maths from a recognised university (or overseas equivalent), and be self-motivated, technically accomplished, a team-worker, and have a customer-focus.

Keywords: C++, OO, Cambridge, XML, Windows, Linux, C#, C, Perl, Python, Java.

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Duties will be varied; you will initially support senior consultants, whilst taking responsibility for smaller sub-tasks with a level of responsibility proportional to your experience:

· Algorithm  ideation and development using analytical skills, and if appropriate simulation tools (e.g. Matlab/Simulink, Mathcad)
· Documenting algorithm development, presenting to clients
· Algorithm porting/coding to embedded (or PC) hardware, including algorithm optimization
· General software development & debugging
· Development of test (verification) protocols, unit tests etc, carrying out testing

In the longer term you will take on more significant tasks with greater autonomy:
· Software architecture design
· Providing technical input for sales opportunities

Essential skills/experience:
· Strong mathematical analytical skills
· Software design experience (coding in C/C++/C#)
· Algorithm development/ implementation experience (at least one from signal processing, image processing and feedback control systems)
· Eagerness to work in feedback control & signal/image processing applications (thermal control systems, motion control systems and machine vision)

Other skills which would be an advantage:
· Experience of feedback control system development (classical loop shaping, multivariable techniques and system identification)
· Experience architecting real-time systems
· Operating system experience (Linux, Windows, DSP/BIOS etc, Neutrino, Free RTOS, QNX)
· Matlab / Simulink experience (especially when used in algorithm development)
· Familiarity with Microchip PIC/dsPIC/PIC32; Ti MSP 430; Ti C6000 DSP; ARM9; x86; Sony/IBM Cell processor; and associated tool chains

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Our client is an international software house developing multi-parameter physical and engineering modelling tools. Due to strong growth, their UK office is looking to expand their team, and seek a highly personable graduate engineer / physicist to join them within Technical Sales. In this role, key responsibilities will include: Development of new and existing relationships with academic institutions / groups through presentations and technical dialogue; Nurturing and developing sales accounts; and Facilitation of onsite meetings and public workshops.

Key requirements:
- Solid academic record: Bachelors degree in Applied Physics or Engineering from a top university with minimally a B grade in Physics and Maths at A-level.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills to augment an entrepreneurial  personality – experience in technical sales would be ideal.
- Personable and strong empathy skills.
- Exposure using maths modelling tools / software suites (can be through university courses).
- Be able to travel, as some travel would be required.
- Must be able to work in the UK. 

This is an ideal position for a graduate engineer / physicist who would use their technical degree in a more business orientated role. Utilising their out-going personality and positive attitude, this role would help build business acumen and develop skills in commercial negotiations and dialogue. Technical Sales (Graduate Engineer / Physicist) – Maths modeller, entrepreneurial, client-facing. Cambridge, to £25,000.

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This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly-talented Software Engineer to join a world-leading company in wireless technology. You will join a team of other talented Software Engineers developing embedded and host software for a range of wireless chips. This technology not only impacts on the way we live today, but is shaping products to enhance our future.

You will take ownership of aspects of a project; write embedded software in C and Assembler within a resource constrained multiprocessor environment; write host software in a high level language such as C, C++; use scripting languages such as Perl and Python; and be mentored by more experienced engineers. 

Your key responsibilities will include contributing to requirements capture and task definition; developing and testing software; maintaining software including defect investigation; contributing to the creation of relevant documentation; conducting peer software reviews; and assisting with external inter-operability and compliance test events.

Essential requirements:
 
·          Good degree in maths/science/software/electronics
·          Proven understanding of programming languages
·          Proven commercial or equivalent experience of at least one high level programming language
·          Good understanding of software design techniques
·          Understanding of debug techniques and understanding of configuration management

An understanding of processor architectures and peripherals, and experience of wireless communication protocols (i.e. Bluetooth, UWB or WiFi) is highly desirable.

Keywords: C, C++, Assembler, Perl, Python, wireless, audio, DSP.

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Progressive software company with a long history of developing bespoke software and consulting on business systems is now looking for an accomplished Software Developer (C#, VB, .NET). Join their talented team developing comprehensive software systems allowing clients to make critical decisions, gather statistics and improve efficiency.

The Software Developer will develop .NET and VB systems used to process complex data and log key information. Excellent knowledge of Visual Studio C# .NET, Visual Basic 6 and SQL Server 2005 / 2008, and good commercial Agile experience is essential.

A good degree (1st or 2.1) in Computer Science or similar, is required, as well as experience of web development (Silverlight, WPF), WCF web services, XML, and knowledge of version control software (VSS, Team Foundation Server).

An excellent opportunity for a Software Developer to take the next step in their career.
The role comes with a comprehensive benefits package, free onsite parking, and smart pleasant offices just a short walk from a historical town centre.

Key words: C#, .NET, VB, Visual Basic, SQL Server, web development, Silverlight, WPF, WCF, XML, Agile.

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This is a superb opportunity for a bright Unix Systems Administrator to work in one of the best R&D software development environments in Cambridge - alongside some of the brightest software engineers – in a commercial software environment that feels more like a university research lab.

You will contribute to their development of leading edge software / new architectures and systems, with an internationally successful software company.  They offer a real "jeans & t-shirts" style set-up in modern, light and airy offices with the latest kit, flexi-time, a good relaxation area, free food and great coffee.

In this position you will be responsible for the management, maintenance, and improvement of engineering IT systems and services. This will include:

• Implement, maintain, and lead improvement projects on Linux infrastructure
• Work with the Information Systems Manager in shaping the upgrades of IT systems
• Work with others to manage the local area network 
• Assist in the resolution of local infrastructure issues 
• Support users and coordinate the use of shared resources 
• Coordinate loaned sample equipment from hardware partner companies
• Implement, maintain, upgrade, extend, monitor and manage local engineering IT systems 
• Keep critical local engineering IT systems available to an agreed schedule, may include weekend or out of hours work 
• Support users of lab equipment and infrastructure  

Essential skills and experience include:

• Linux system administration including NIS, DNS, DHCP, Apache, CUPS, SSH and Exim
• Experience with several Linux distros (Debian, Ubuntu, CentOS, RedHat, etc) 
• Ability to write shell scripts 
• Knowledge of Ethernet local area networking including VLANs 
• Knowledge of IP routing 
• Experience of using Network filers (NetApp, Equallogic; iSCSI and NFS) 
• Experience of using backup tools such as NetBackup 
• Experience of running an Engineering / Test lab

Any experience in the use and administration of remote access tools such as IPKVMs, serial console servers and power control devices; knowledge of server virtualisation; Windows system administration including Active Directory Network analysis tools (wireshark, tcpdump, nmap, etc) and Cisco / Dell switches would be valuable.

In addition to an attractive salary, the company offers a comprehensive range of benefits. Applications should be made as soon as possible.

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Keywo Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.']]> Top Cambridge company! Technology leader seeks a Senior Software Engineer with impressive Bluetooth experience.  C, C++, Perl / Python, Wireless, Bluetooth. Cambridge, c£55,000 + good benefits.

Global leader in wireless technology delivering innovative technology solutions to companies worldwide seeks a Senior Software Engineer with Bluetooth expertise.  The team develops next generation technology and the Senior Software Engineer will take ownership of sets of Bluetooth profiles.

The Senior Software Engineer must have demonstrable experience of developing Bluetooth profiles and a working knowledge of Bluetooth specifications. Responsibilities include mentoring junior engineers and liaising with Business Units to capture technical requirements and provide technical support.

The Senior Software Engineer must have an excellent degree (min 2.1 Hons) in Software, Electronics, Science or Maths, and proven commercial experience with C, C++, Perl / Python / TCL. An excellent understanding of software design, software architecture and debugging is essential.

Desirable:

• An understanding of processor architectures and peripherals
• Experience of interoperability and compliance testing of Bluetooth profiles
• Involvement in Bluetooth SIG working groups
• Good understanding of Bluetooth protocols

Keywords: Senior Software Engineer, Wireless, Bluetooth, C, C++, Perl, Python, TCL, scripting, embedded, Cambridge.

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Summary: Are you a bright Software Developer with excellent "people" skills, looking for a role with more variety and people contact or your first move into a customer focussed role? Or, maybe you are an experienced Software Applications Engineer seeking a new challenge? This Software Applications Engineer role offers variety, challenging technical work, great people contact and an excellent salary and package (to £45k depending on experience + share options, private health/ dentistry, critical illness cover, employer contribution to pension).

With continued growth, this leading international company now seek further Software Applications / Support Engineers to join their Applications Support team - working with their customers to help them understand, digest, tune and troubleshoot next generation networking software - an open source, high performance, TCP/IP stack - written in C.  You will also work closely with the software development and test teams to investigate any issues with an extensive network adapter product range which is used globally by customers.

This is a highly technical role using a substantial software code base written in C. It would suit a bright C / Linux software developer  – possibly someone looking to move from a software development background into their first customer focussed role - as previous application / support experience is not required. In addition to excellent written / verbal communication skills, you must have the ability to learn quickly, to provide guidance, support and consultancy to customers.

With an impressive academic background, you should have a strong proficiency in C. Any knowledge of Linux, Networking (TCP/IP / Ethernet), socket programming would be a huge advantage.

In addition to a competitive salary, depending on experience, the excellent benefits package includes share options, private health / dentistry, critical illness cover and employer contribution to pension.

Keywords: C / Linux Software Developer, Software Applications Engineer, Networking products, TCP/IP / Ethernet, socket programming, Embedded C, North Cambridge.

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Our client is a young company working in the green tech sector. Due to continued success they are seeking a Java developer, ideally with database / SQL skills, to join their Java development team in Cambridge.

The Java developer will have a good degree in a relevant technical subject, as well as several years commercial experience in Java.  Exposure to databases / SQL is definitely an advantage, but significant knowledge of SQL is not required given a strong background in Java.

This is an excellent opportunity for a bright Java developer to join a vibrant young company with an excellent benefits package.

Keywords: Java, SQL, databases, Cambridge

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Based in a commercial R&D house, the Test Development Scientist / Engineer will utilise their strong hands-on skills to develop precision instrumentation for the life science sector. Working with the R&D development team, the Test Development Scientist / Engineer will design and perform tests to monitor the robustness and usability of new products – suggesting hardware and software modifications; and translate customer requirements into new instrumentation specifications.

The Test Development Scientist / Engineer will:

-           1st/2.1 degree in an applied life science subject such as biochemistry or biotechnology, from a well regarded university.

-            Analytical R&D mindset with strong problem solving skills.

-           Strong communication (both verbal and written) and computer literacy skills.

-            Prototype testing for electronics for new life science application (ideally Breadboard testing).

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your hands-on lab skills for applied instruments – working on next generation tools. Test Development Scientist / Engineer: R&D, instrumentation, applied life sciences, electronics testing, prototyping. Hertfordshire, to £50,000 DOE + excellent benefits.

Recommend for £250 – see www.ecmselection.co.uk/tell-a-friend for details.

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Our client develops leading electronic components, and they are streamlining current procedures in testing with the setup of a common infrastructure. Designing and developing this project, you will work with a variety of hardware/software development and test groups – evolving the setup as requirements change. Key responsibilities will include: designing and developing key architecture of automated test systems for embedded firmware/host software; provide consistency for test efficiencies; manage the development of test work packages with acknowledgement to chip development programmes; ensure relevant processes are performed (documentation, test development, defect tracking, software release, and installation of test infrastructure software). As the role/project develops, you will provide management of the project and line management of the team.

Candidate specification:
-    Degree or highly relevant experience;
-    Innovative problem solver and technical designer with proven design methods and approaches;
-    Expertise in programming/scripting languages (ideally C/C++, Tcl, Perl, Python);
-    Strong understanding of embedded software architectures;
-    Good understanding of configuration management;
-    Knowledge of automated testing techniques and systems.
Strong communication skills, and management experience (project and line management) is highly beneficial.

This role requires candidates to possess ambition and self-motivation to drive projects, provide mentorship/guidance to others, and collaborate with relevant parties to develop and support existing and future requirements. In return you will work in modern offices, with an excellent remuneration and benefits package.

Keywords: Embedded, Test, Management, Team Lead, C/C++, Script, Perl, Firmware, Mentor, Infrastructure.

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You must have excellent digital design and verification experience together with solid RTL coding skills. As well as competence in Digital Design and RTL coding, experience of FPGA design for ASIC emulation would be a distinct advantage as would experience of the Digital Physical Design flow for SoC ASIC.  Familiarity with development in C for embedded processors is also beneficial.

Key skills/experience:

• Digital Design & Verification techniques.
• RTL Coding.
• FPGA design.
• Knowledge of analogue and RF design for SoC ASIC.
• C development.

If you are a well qualified Digital Design Engineer and are seeking a challenging new position with am acknowledged market leader offering a rewarding salary package - please contact us for full details.

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Utilising your superb problem solving skills and excellent numerate aptitude, you will join as a Senior/Principal Engineer and work on highly complex projects in mixed mode CMOS silicon circuit designs for established and next generation networks. Whilst a background/knowledge of radio and audio technologies (including NFC, WiFi, Bluetooth, FM) would be beneficial, you would be able to assimilate this knowledge through in-house expertise and take on responsibility as a technical lead in radio standard design.

Candidates will have:

• Top academic background (1st/2.1 from a leading university in a highly mathematical/engineering/science subject, with mostly A’s at A-level (or equivalent) and probably a PhD/Masters).
• Excellent numerate problem solving skills and aptitude for lateral thinking.
• Quick assimilator of complicated topics with strong communication skills to convey complex subjects to peers and junior members.
• Fluency in software writing (ideally C/MATLAB/Verilog).
  Knowledge of any of the following is highly desirable: Analogue/digital design in mixed mode ASICs; RF design; Solving technical problems; Line management; and Electronic circuit design.

Key words: Top academics, 1st/2.1, analogue/digital/mixed signal, radio standards, wireless, problem solving, lateral thinking, aptitude.

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Cambridge, UK, to c£40k + top benefits package

This is a superb opportunity within the small R&D group of an international company involved in the innovation, design and development of specialised medical diagnostic instruments and consumer products. Based in Cambridge, UK - this location is recognized worldwide as a centre of excellence for biotechnology and high-tech product development.

With rapid growth, they now seek a well-qualified Mechanical Design Engineer to take responsibility for the hands-on design, development and manufacture of products in high volumes - using plastics, laminates, adhesives -  including design and implementation of fluidic parts and functions.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Mechanical design and development of medical diagnostic products

• Turning product ideas and user needs into beautiful, cost-effective, high quality product mechanical designs

• Focus on low-cost, high manufacture volume designs and manufacturing processes

• Promoting best-practice product design attitudes and approaches and implementing global design guidelines into products

• Ensuring the product development team in Cambridge delivers outstanding designs and products

Your profile: 

• Impressive academic record (top degree / top university)  in a suitable technical / design discipline

• Expert user of 3D CAD systems

• Significant hands-on experience of designing, developing and manufacturing consumer or medical products for manufacture in high volume

• Well versed and enthusiastic about user-centric product design

• Familiar with engineering mechanical science: statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics

• Familiar with manufacturing processes for high volume product manufacture

• Familiarity with Regulatory and Quality Management systems for medical device development an advantage but not essential

• Willingness to travel internationally as required

This is a superb opportunity for rapid career development for the right candidate.

In addition to a competitive salary, the role offers a comprehensive beneifts package including a generous Group Pension Scheme, Share Purchase Scheme, Private Health Care Insurance Scheme and Income Protection Plan.

Keywords: Product Designer / Mechanical Engineer - medical diagnostic products, 3D CAD, low-cost / high volume manufacture, Cambridge, UK, to c£40k + top benefits package, designing, developing and manufacturing consumer or medical products for manufacture in high volume, mechanical design for manufacture, mechanical science: statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, plastics.

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A highly regarded Cambridge company developing real-time distributed systems for blue-chips across engineering, commerce and defence.  With continued growth they’re looking for a committed and experienced Build & Release Systems Engineer to undertake the day-to-day running and future development of the build environment.

A rare and varied opportunity with a successful Cambridge company, providing support to an innovative team of developers and working with Support Engineers globally.

The Build & Release Systems Engineer will perform a variety build tasks ranging from fast build, test and release of small programs for one customer to build and test of large numbers of products for hundreds of customers.  Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining the software build environment (CVS, Make, UNIX Shell Scripts, Windows, Linux and embedded platforms)
• Build, test and document releases of software
• Admin support for bugtracking systems (Bugzilla, Salesforce.com, MS Sharepoint)
• A small amount of time providing admin for IT for UK office (MS Active directory, MS Windows workstations, Linux servers, PABX (Avaya) and various sensors)

The Build and Release Engineer will need extensive experience of building large software products, proven working knowledge of CVS, Make, Shell Scripts, Linux and Windows, and a good degree. Excellent attention to detail and outstanding organisational, communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Apply today to become an important part of one of Cambridge's success stories!

Keywords: build, release, senior, principal, engineer, CVS, Make, UNIX Shell Scripts, Linux, Windows, software, test, IT, administration, Bugzilla, Salesforce.com, MS Sharepoint, Central Cambridge.

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Requirements:

• Degree qualified in a relevant subject.
• Prior experience in: line management; project management; budgetary control; team leading and motivational; project scheduling.
• Prior experience in technical writing with experience using XML content managements systems; creating graphics.
• Excellent communication skills including presentations.

This is a rare opportunity for an accomplished technical writer / team leader to further develop management skills and gain significant career advancement at this leading technology company.
Senior Technical Communications Manager – Documentation, Technical Writer, XML, Line-management, Wireless. Cambridge, £Excellent + Benefits. 

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Are you a dedicated senior software test engineer with good mathematical skills?

Our client creates innovative mathematical modelling and analysis software tools for use by professionals in the financial services sector. They're well established in Cambridge, highly successful, and maintain a "small company" feel whilst having the backing of an international organisation.

They're seeking top test engineers to work on their latest line of products. You'll be passionate about software testing - this isn't a stepping stone into a development role -  and you'll have a good relevant degree and several years test experience to back it up. You'll be highly numerate with good analytical skills, and preferably a good grasp of statistics. If you're familiar with databases and/or SQL that's an advantage but not essential.

You'll be liaising with developers and expert end users during a very hands-on Agile development cycle to create and execute test plans. Tests will be both manual and automated: the manual testing requires someone numerate who is able to follow figures back through behind the scenes processing to work out how they were arrived at, as getting the numbers right is critical to our client! Automated tests cover both functionality and performance, and you'll need to be able to produce them using scripting languages and/or a mainstream OO language such as C#, C++ or Java.

Our client practices the best kind of Agile development, where customers are feeding directly back into the development process, and you'll be a key part of that. You'll be ready to talk both with developers and domain experts to make sure your testing is covering all bases, and your feedback on usability and other "soft" issues will be very valuable.

This is an ideal opportunity for an agile, numerate test engineer. An exceptional salary and top benefits are available to the right candidate, along with sensible working hours, the best equipment needed to do your job, and good coffee.

Keywords: software, test, automated, manual, Agile, mathematics, statistics, Cambridge

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You will be using your strong technical skills to make a significant contribution to development projects, from initial concepts through to transfer to manufacture. This will include:

· Concept generation
· Analysis and development of system architectures
· Detailed design of mechanical and fluidic components and systems
· Working closely with our clients, other engineers and technicians to implement detailed design solutions
· Specifying, designing and executing experimental programmes with teams of engineers, scientists and technicians
· Developing and building proof-of-concept prototypes
· Delivering technical reports and producing high quality design documentation

Minimum requirements:

· To meet the demanding requirements of this role you must have:
· An excellent first degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline
· Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals, with key strengths in mechanisms design, thermal management and fluidics
· Some post-graduate experience of challenging engineering projects from concept to delivery (either relevant post-graduate degree or commercial development)
· Hands-on experience of 3D CAD (preferably Pro/Engineer Wildfire and Solidworks)
· Knowledge and experience of rapid prototyping methods
· A genuine passion for mechanical engineering, and engineering in general
· A creative approach to problem solving and concept generation
· An appreciation of the use of engineering analysis in product development

In addition, one or more of the following would be beneficial:

· Second degree with high level of practical experience
· Experience in mechanical design for optical systems
· Experience in numerical analysis using FEA and / or CFD
· Experience in fluid dynamics and fluidics system design

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A Cambridge success story developing complex real-time distributed systems for blue-chip clients over a range of sectors - manufacturing, entertainment, defence, and more.

With continued success they’re looking for the top Computer Science Graduates with the ambition to work in a commercially-driven environment.   This is a varied and widely-challenging role developing real systems and innovating new applications that nobody has done before. A fantastic opportunity for an outstanding Computer Science Graduate with remarkable potential to become an important part of a high-calibre team.

The Graduate Software Engineer will have at least a 1st or 2.1 Honours Computer Science degree from a top university, plus good A-levels – these must include an A/B in Physics (or overseas equivalent).  C++ development experience is essential.

Candidates must work well under pressure and have a good understanding of physics and engineering. Experience in embedded software and an appreciation of electronics / interfacing to hardware is advantageous.

Beneficial experience:

• Familiarity with C# and .NET
• Familiarity with UNIX (CVS, make, etc)
• Multithreading and STL experience

Keywords: graduate, junior, computer science, software developer, software engineer, C++, C#, .NET, UNIX, multithreaded, STL, embedded, distributed systems, real-time, C++, Central Cambridge.

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Responsibilities

· A hands-on technical development role across the whole software development lifecycle.
· Working within an agile rapid development process.
· Work will be focused on development in the Delphi OO development language in a complex, highly optimised existing codebase.
· Opportunities to evolve and contribute to TW development processes and technology strategy.

The Requirements

Essential

· Good knowledge and experience of Delphi (VCL and RTL)
· Good knowledge and experience of developing to the Windows API (UI and file I/O).
· Ability to learn quickly, picking up both business domain knowledge and details about the existing complex codebase.
· Proven experience of both delivering new functionality, and resolving defects in complex code.
· Experienced in SQL, and interfacing to both databases and external system APIs.
· Strong academic background - good degree or background in maths, physics, engineering or statistics would be useful.
· Excellent verbal/written communication skills.

Desirable

· Familiarity with algorithms and their efficiency
· Happy to work both on own initiative and in a small team
· GUI/graphical diagram interface development experience

In the longer term, a move to C# is anticipated.

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Working within an agile development environment, our client produces software applications for the scientific and technology sector. As part of their current recruitment, they are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to define the architecture and user interfaces to deliver enterprise applications.

Candidates must have a good degree (1st/2.1) in a computer science, engineering or scientific discipline, and a proven background in product development life-cycle and test methodologies. Further technologies are required: Strong background in Java (ideally JavaScript-based web application development); and Database development experience using Oracle and PL/SQL. Prior experience delivering complex software solutions in an agile environment is beneficial.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Java developer to join a leading solutions company as they develop their next enterprise applications, and in return gain an excellent remuneration and benefits package.

Key words: Java, agile, database, Oracle, PL/SQL, enterprise, applications, scientific software, informatics.

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You will quickly take responsibility for your own projects and will work with other more Senior Software Engineers to help deliver their next generation products.

If you have an excellent degree and boundless enthusiasm then this could be the place for you!

Key skills: Graduate Software Engineer, C++, Linux, Networking.

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As Component Engineer, you will take responsibility of review requests for new parts including secondary sourcing, generation of specification for custom components, inventory, and participation in design reviews (including cost analysis). You will further have authorisation in ECOs (Engineering Change Orders), and manage component End Of Life (EOL). 

Requirements:

• Proven experience in development/production requirements.
• Technical authority on relevant components for engineering teams.
• Substantial experience in PLM tools use (ideally Agile or Omnify & Sage).
• Familiarity with industry standards and qualifications of electronic parts.
• Strong network of electronic component manufacturers and distributors.
• Basic working knowledge of test equipment (including spectrum analysers, frequency testers, and solderability testing).

Strong proven experience in a similar position is needed, as the role requires the successful candidate to be contributing on day 1. In return you will be awarded with an excellent remuneration package including top benefits.

Key words: Components Engineer, standards, PLM, configuration management, procurement.

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In this role you will be responsible for:
· The design, development and test of whole software subsystems, sometimes on more than one project at once.
· The design of interfaces between your code and hardware, and the code of other software engineers on the team.
· Delivery of high-quality, professional code, compliant with the client’s requirements.
· Execution of project tasks to tight deadlines and rigorous quality standards.
· Taking responsibility to ensure that your software is robust and complies with the specification.

Minimum requirements

With an appropriate background in embedded software, you will have an excellent degree in a relevant subject, such as electronic engineering or computer science and:
· Substantial experience in designing and implementing production quality embedded C, preferably in the consumer electronics, medical, and/or scientific instrumentation industries.
· Understanding of hardware, and the interface between software and hardware.
· Experience of interacting with common hardware elements such as motor controllers, battery management, LCD displays, and a variety of sensors and actuators.
· Ability to contribute to system engineering tasks such as requirements capture, architecture design, specification writing, participation in design reviews, and verification.
· Understanding of build systems, source control, static analysis, and other development tools.
· Experience of working with a variety of modern embedded processor architectures.
· Knowledge of digital security and authentication would be an advantage.

An outstanding opportunity to join a company where progression is linked to merit!

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As part of an established Solutions Consulting team, you will use your proven commercial expertise in .Net and web development on a range of European and international consulting projects. These projects will be on a variety of topics, and will vary from small product extensions to larger projects delivering enterprise systems within a third-party framework.

 You should have proven knowledge of ASP.Net (ExtJS and ExtNET is highly beneficial), as well as strong client-facing skills. You will have some commercial consultancy/client-facing experience, and have the ability and aptitude to quickly grasp and learn new technical skills in for example:

• Platforms (J2EE)
•  OO languages eg: Java
•  Enterprise system design (multi-tier architecture, integration strategies, server redundancy, fail over or grid technologies)
•  Client application development (thin or thick clients)
•  Databases (Oracle or Microsoft SQL server)

This is an excellent opportunity for a customer focused IT Consultant to work with on leading scientific software projects in a variety of sectors, and in return gain an excellent remuneration package.

Key words: Consultant, ASP.Net, J2EE, Enterprise, Java, Oracle, SQL, web applications, OO, client facing.

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Our client is seeking an experienced, ambitious engineer to join their Embedded Systems Group and create, analyse and develop new technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and lead the development of large, complex automation systems (e.g. surgical, pharmaceutical/diagnostic and manufacturing applications)
• Technical team lead/technical project management role in wide ranging multidisciplinary development projects
• Work closely with clients and internal multi-disciplinary project teams (physics, mechanical, electronics, software) defining overall system design, architecture and deliverables ensuring work is compliant with quality procedures and practices
• Design and development of complex devices and platforms, e.g. diagnostics platforms, fluid handling devices, robotics for laboratory automation, surgical consoles, electro-mechanical surgical devices
• Direct and support in-house teams and external parties
• Test plan creation, execution and documentation

Experience & Qualifications:

We expect candidates to have a 2.1 or above in engineering or applied science discipline (for example: Electronics and Applied Physics, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, etc.)

·            Extensive experience in designing, developing , debugging and testing complex systems (with particular emphasis on instrumentation, real-time control and integration with complex electromechanical systems)

• Excellent analytical capabilities
• Full life cycle product development
• Introduction into volume manufacturing of complex electro-mechanical systems
• Development of products in an FDA or other regulated environments, including risk analysis
• Management of project teams and coaching juniors

The following skills would be advantageous:

• Ability to formulate a plan, schedule for a complex project and drive to completion
• Medical device development
• Previous work with medical device organisations or in a medical device setting
• Product and technology consulting, ideally in both technical and commercial consultation
• Process orientated; ability to think through problems in an ordered and structured way to provide a solution
• Product management experience

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This role offers superb career development opportunities for very bright Senior Hardware Design Engineer / Team Leader to be part of an innovative, successful and fast-growing company in Cambridge - working within a real "techie" environment.  It is a fun place to work - where you will be joining a very motivated Hardware Engineering / Software Engineering team.

This is a leading company with an enviable reputation for innovation and excellent product design.  With continued success they now seek a Senior Hardware Design Engineer / Team Leader with Project Management skills. The role offers superb career development opportunities to be part of an innovative and successful company - working alongside very bright and motivated design / development engineers within a real "techie" environment.

As Senior Hardware Design Engineer / Team Leader, you will assist in both Engineering and Customer-facing projects, and work on new Network Interface Card designs for next generation 10G network controllers. You will take product designs from the initial concept through to full design review, analysis and certification to comply with the requirements of major customers for volume manufacturing and production.

In addition to Project Management responsibilities you will be working with a mix of High-speed Digital design and Mixed Signal / Analogue electronics (DC to 10GHz+) and communication interfaces - to create new market leading Networking products.  This role will therefore make the most of your background in general and high speed digital and analogue electronics design.

You should also have a good working knowledge of networking and bus interfaces, particularly PCI Express - and be able to work from design documents through to detailed system specification, hardware design, hardware test suite coding and PCB level debugging -  with a working knowledge of electronics instruments and test equipment.

In addition to a great qualification / proven experience - your skills should ideally include:

• Proven project management and team lead experience
• A focus on delivery, and a desire to see projects through to completion
• Quality processes, product reliability and product conformance issues
• Interfacing to high speed ASIC devices or similar
• PCB design using Mentor Design View / Design Capture/Expedition
• PCI Express
• Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) sensitive designs.
• Design for High Volume Manufacture
• High Speed Digital Electronics
• Mixed Signal / Analogue design

In addition to a very competitive salary, depending on experience,

With this growing company at the forefront of life science automation products. Projects range from relatively small standard projects that deliver products to customers, through to large, complex product development projects.  All projects in the company are managed by their dedicated team of projects managers.  This role is to lead projects which deliver “standard” products to customers. Though these are standard product deliveries, every project has its own special demands – perhaps a small amount of engineering development or a unique customer situation.  The role is responsible for all stages of the project and for meeting budget, schedule and quality requirements.

As Project Manager you must have a proven track record in Project Management on complex, varying projects; being able to demonstrate a successful record in managing multiple large value projects, including interactions with multi-disciplinary teams (preferably in the automation field); have experience of customer handling and contract variation negotiation; and ideally fluent in Microsoft Project.  As well as this experience the Project Manager will have a good standard of education or, alternatively, a qualification in Project Management.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager with some experience to develop their project management skills.

Keywords: Project Manager, automation, multidisciplinary teams, engineering, Royston, Cambridge.

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They are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer to assemble prototypes, and design tools and test equipment to enable the development of designs from concept to manufacture.  You will have the aptitude to resolve problems and feedback improvements into future designs.

Specific skills required include

• Great dexterity for small scale construction using microscopes, tweezers and scalpels.
• Attention to detail and the perfectionism required to assemble functioning samples.
• Design and CAD skills using ProEngineer would be an advantage.
• You will have the ability to communicate, show initiative, make decisions, argue your point and operate in a team.
• You will need to show boundless enthusiasm.

You will be joining a multi-disciplinary team, and our client can accommodate individuals with different skill sets. You will have the opportunity to make an important contribution to a small company, with the associated risks and rewards. Your salary will be very competitive and dependent on relevant academic and/or industrial experience.

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They are currently seeking an exceptionally bright Mechanical Engineer, to join their R&D team and help develop new innovative products.

You are likely to have a top degree (2.1 / 1st) from a top university as well as extensive commercial experience working on leading edge innovative product development. 

A great opportunity to join a dynamic, growing company.

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As Quality Engineer, you will: Work closely with cross-functional teams (design, product engineering and assembly engineering) to establish quality and reliability requirements of Controllers, UHV, and Packages; Participate in PLC design reviews; Lead advance product quality planning activities and ensure processes are aligned with ISO9001 and ISO14001 requirements; and Provide a key part in qualification and certification.

Candidate Requirements

•            Strong academic record with a good bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject, with a background in electronics and semiconductor processes.
•            Proven commercial experience in a semiconductor company, with experience in qualification standards such as JEDEC.
•            Hands-on experience in management system standards such as ISO9001 and ISO14001.
•            Strong project management skills in regards to quality and delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality Engineer to implement key review and verification of leading semiconductor products, and in return be rewarded with a competitive salary package.

Key words:  semiconductor, quality, ISO9001, ISO14001, project management, Cambridge, IC, green, energy-efficiency, power electronics.

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Highly successful scientific software house is looking to grow its expanding development team through the recruitment of a graduate or junior software engineer. Working with the delivery team and team lead, the graduate / junior engineer will utilise key skills in C# and ASP.Net to develop professional shrink-wrapped software.

Requirements:

-            Excellent academics: graduates must have a 1st/2.1 in computer science, engineering (or similar) with extensive use of C# and ASP.Net.

-           Some commercial experience in professional software development would be beneficial.

-           Strong understanding of other languages, and programming frameworks would be highly desirable (ideally an interest in Javascript, ExtJS, ExtNet, SQL Server).

Due to urgency to fill this role, applicants must already have their degree. This would be an ideal career start for an ambitious graduate or possibly a “second-jobber” looking to progress their software development career. C#, ASP.Net, Enterprise software, Cambridge, c£28,000 DOE + bens.

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This highly innovative, established company specialises in the design and development of leading edge AV and IP solutions.  They now see an experienced FPGA Engineer – VHDL and Verilog to work on a range of next generation technology for Video and USB switching and extension products.  Our client uses a mixture of VHDL and Verilog for different projects and so experience with both of these hardware description languages is required. The FPGA Engineer – VHDL and Verilog will be expected to work well within a multi-disciplinary development team across a varied range of smaller and larger projects. The versatility to work well in teams or individually and adapt between development-focused and research-focused projects is therefore advantageous.

Many of their development projects tend to push the boundaries of the available hardware and so the ability to create efficient designs in a timely manner is a core requirement for this role. The technologies that they are working with are exciting and technically challenging and so there is plenty of scope for innovation for an FPGA Engineer – VHDL and Verilog.

You will have a good degree in a relevant engineering subject or equivalent qualifications and, ideally, you will have experience with video compression techniques, networking hardware and/or USB protocols.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in this dynamic development environment at the cutting edge of technology.

Keywords: FPGA Engineer, VHDL, Verilog, Cambridge, AV, IP, USB, 2.1, 1st.

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As Senior Product Engineer, you will support yield, quality, and cost reduction of IC products. Main responsibilities will include: Working with Design Engineers for manufacturing considerations; Developing production test hardware and software; Developing test time reduction roadmaps; Creating operations to take products into volume production; Characterisation of new products; Yield improvements; and the Development of production test screens.

Requirements:

•            Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline with strong experience in product engineering.
•            Proven experience in transferring new IC products (from design) into production.
•             Experience in quality and production test (hardware and software).
•             Analogue or mixed signal IC experience would be beneficial.
•            Able to travel internationally on work assignments.

This is an excellent opportunity to work for an innovative silicon company, utilising your proven IC production engineering skills, and in return be rewarded with a good remuneration package.

Key words: quality, semiconductor, IC, test, manufacturing, mixed signal, international travel.

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This established company has seen continuous growth over a number of years and this year will be no different; with a predicted 18% increase.  To extend their development capability they now seek a talented Software Developer, Windows Drivers to work on low level windows driver development projects to allow PC’s to interact properly with our client’s hardware.
 
Experience with writing quality windows drivers is a core skill for this role but, although the focus of the role is at driver level this Software Developer, Windows Drivers role also encompasses writing suitable user interfaces to enable users to interact with the drivers. This role will also involve elements of research, experimentation and innovation so you will be enthused by discovering innovative solutions to difficult technical challenges in areas that they may not have previously encountered.

As a Software Developer, Windows Drivers will need to be comfortable working at a higher structural level as well as a lower detailed implementation level.

Experience in any of the following areas would also be beneficial: Remote access KVM-via-IP, video graphics, data compression techniques, encryption, USB and HID support, virtual media, Linux drivers, networking etc.

This is an excellent opportunity to utilise your experience in this highly regarded company.

Keywords: Software Developer, Windows Drivers, Cambridge, UI, networking.

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World leader in wireless technology seeks Senior Software Engineer to join its highly-talented software tools team.  An excellent opportunity for an experienced C, C++ Software Engineer to develop software tools for the next generation of wireless chips.

The Software Engineer will design and develop cross-platform software tools using C / C++, and work closely with hardware, software, test and field application engineers to identify requirements and problem solve.

Essential:
· Extensive commercial C, C++ experience.
· BSc (min 2.1 Hons) in Software / Electronics / Science / Maths.
· Windows applications development experience (MFC, .NET, etc).
· Understanding of portability issues between operating systems, processors and compilers.
· Knowledge of wireless standards.
· Understanding of debug techniques and configuration management.

 Highly advantageous:
· Knowledge of protocol stacks and standard PC peripheral interfaces (RS232, USB, PCI, PCIe, etc).
· Good working knowledge of Perl, Python and TCL.
· Working knowledge of Microsoft Visual Studio and gdb. 
· Win32, WinCE, Linux (desktop or embedded).
· Experience of remote debugging embedded devices.

Apply today for this sought after role!

Keywords: Senior Software Engineer, Cambridge, C, C++, wireless, cross-platform software tools.

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Our client undertakes a range of board-level and system-level electronics design work encompassing development platforms, product prototypes and fully-featured products for volume manufacture. They’re looking for an enthusiastic and versatile engineer to assist in this work. You'll have an excellent theoretical understanding of electronics design together with good practical skills and an ability to tackle new technical problems which might fall outside your main speciality. An excellent BEng/BSc in engineering or the physical sciences is essential. Exceptional new graduates with substantial hands-on experience gained through project work or hobby electronics will be considered. Experience in some or all of the following areas will be advantageous: high-speed digital design; FPGA based systems; power supplies and distribution; mixed-signal PCB design; DFM; DFT; thermal and mechanical design; regulatory approvals.

Summary: Electronics Design, Digital, PCB, DFM, DFT.

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Are you a smart Java developer looking for a new challenge? Would you like to work with a young green tech company, well funded and with ambitious plans for the future?

Our client develop some smart hardware and accompanying software to help people and companies take control of their driving habits, either personal or commercial. In this time of rising fuel prices, "how is my driving?" is an ever more relevant question - if you're treating your vehicle well and driving economically, not only is it safer but far more economical, both in terms of petrol and insurance, especially given that many people's insurance premiums are going up as providers are obliged to treat everyone more equally.

Our client's hardware plugs right into vehicle systems and can monitor all kinds of neat stuff about the way the vehicle is running. This data is then processed using smart Java tools, and can be made available for either immediate reference to the driver, or to examine back at base (or at home) later on.

They're looking for good Java developers as they're expanding their Cambridge team; they also have an office in Essex if that's more convenient, and you're welcome to work from either. You'll need a good degree in computing, maths, engineering or a related subject, and several years solid commercial Java development experience. If you've got good database skills, that's a plus.

They're a young company formed by smart people, and their products can make a real difference both to people's lives and to the environment. They take good care of their staff, with sensible working hours, good benefits and relaxed, easy going social events for those who are interested - plus free pizza for lunch on Fridays.

This is an ideal opportunity for a skilled Java developer to make a difference. We'd love to hear from you.

Keywords: Java, green, databases, Cambridge, Essex

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Our client is an international company, with a key development site in the Cambridge area. They seek a Software Graphics Developer to work in a cross-discipline team of creative experts and graphics artists. Working in an open planned spacious office, you will be developing ground breaking  3D user interface applications for the Android platform, exploiting custom developed chipsets for graphics processing, which will be produced for next generation consumable electronics markets.

Candidate Requirements:
- Excellent C++ skills (must have extensive proven experience with these languages, expert understanding of OO – preferably with a high understanding of other programming languages).
- Experience with OpenGL and/or OpenGL ES, ideally GLSL.
- Degree educated (1st/2.1), although the experience you have gained since graduating is more important. Extensive relevant experience will be considered.
- Good appreciation of programming constraints for performance, speed, and pipeline optimisation.
- Coding experience of real-time embedded systems; Use of 3D modelling packages (eg: 3DS Max, Maya or Blender); Android development would be desirable.

Exceptional junior developers who can showcase their shader talents and top programming codes are also encouraged to apply.

Working in a highly dynamic team similar to that of a games development environment (except our client has a great work ethic!), you will work on leading edge Android development, and in return be rewarded with a salary befitting your experience.

Key words: C++, OO, OpenGL, shader, Android, embedded, games development.

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This role offers superb career development opportunities for very bright Embedded Firmware / Software developers to be part of an innovative, successful and fast-growing company in Cambridge - working alongside very bright and motivated Embedded C Software Design / Development engineers within a real "techie" environment.  It is a fun place to work - where you will be joining a very motivated Firmware team.

With continued success they seek additional high calibre Embedded Firmware / Software engineers to contribute to their success and innovation.   You will work on the design and implementation of next generation network controllers - programming in C and assembler - progressing to the full development of production firmware and drivers.

To be successful you will have the ability to quickly understand a complex hardware and software architecture. You should have worked at the hardware / software interface involving Networking in some capacity, programming in C and ideally assembler on occasion for small embedded environments.

Requirements:

• PhD, first class or 2:1 from well ranked university
• Extensive hands-on software experience
• Solid knowledge of Linux kernel and device drivers
• Hardware/software codesign and server system architecture understanding
• Ethernet & TCP/IP
• Embedded systems

In addition to a very competitive salary, depending on experience, the excellent benefits package includes share options, private health / dentistry, critical illness cover and employer contribution to pension.

Keywords: Embedded Firmware Developer / Programmer, Silicon Devices / Network Contollers, C, Assembler, Ethernet, TCP/IP, Embedded systems, Networking, small embedded environments.

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Are you a very bright, motivated Software Project Manager who would enjoy working a fast-paced environment, with a successful innovative company? With continued growth, this leading international company now seeks additional Technical Project Managers to join the team. 

This is a superb opportunity to work as part of a dynamic Cambridge office which forms a critical part of a large world-wide organisation.

Their requirements are very simple - you must have a good degree from well ranked university along with solid technical skills (ideally Windows / Linux, RTOS, drivers, networking protocols) and extensive Project Management experience.  You will manage, coordinate and direct internal engineering and customer facing projects to take products through full design review, analysis and certification.

Projects will vary in size, duration and focus but will involve cross disciplinary teams (for example hardware, firmware and software, reliability, operations) and will be interdependent.

You will have full responsibility for defining and agreeing the project scope, milestones and deliverables, managing the project budget, executing the project and reporting and delivering against the plan. An ability to react quickly and appropriately to any changing conditions during the project will also be required.  You will also be involved in helping to define and refine the project development and manufacturing processes by identifying, utilising and documenting best practices from within, and outside of the organisation.

This is not a hands-on focussed role, but being able to understand and interact with the engineers and suppliers is essential, as is the ability to relay technical issues to management.  Ideally, you would have worked as a hands-on Senior Software Engineer earlier in your career and then moved into Project Management.

Essential Attributes:

•           Project management - a proven ability to start up, run and deliver multiple complex projects to challenging deadlines

•            Leadership - the ability to construct, supervise, lead and motivate expert engineering teams across different disciplines, cultures and sites

•           The ability to focus teams, and to generate and maintain a good work ethic and team focus

•           A focus on delivery, and a desire to see projects through to completion

•            Awareness of, and a pragmatic attitude towards, quality processes, product reliability and product conformance issues

In addition to a competitive salary, depending on experience, the< Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.']]> Software Development Scientist (Materials Modelling) – Fortran 90 / C, atomistic simulations, modelling, scientific code, algorithms, Windows / Linux. Cambridge, to £Competitive + Benefits.

Leading scientific software development company, our client seeks an experienced Software Development Scientist to join their talented R&D team and contribute to their Materials Modelling software solutions through both hands-on development skills and collaborating with leading scientific academic groups to track and exploit new research.

Software Development Scientist (Materials Modelling) requirements:
- Degree qualified in a scientific discipline, ideally Physics, Chemistry or Materials Science. An advanced degree would be highly beneficial.
- Expertise developing commercial-quality scientific software code and algorithms in Fortran 90 and / or C (on Windows or Linux) of atomistic simulations / molecular models / quantum-mechanical modelling of materials.
- Knowledge of C++, Java, or Perl would be advantageous.
- Further exposure to web technologies, crystallography, or analytical tools would be an added bonus.

 If you are developing relevant academic software and are looking to cross that gap to industry, this is an opportune position to utilise your key coding skills, scientific background and be rewarding with an excellent remuneration package including contributory pension scheme, healthcare and numerous social events. Software Development Scientist (Materials Modelling) – Fortran 90 / C, atomistic simulations, modelling, scientific code, algorithms, Windows / Linux. Cambridge, to £Competitive + Benefits.

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Qualification / Experience:

• BSc / MSc in Computer Science from a top university.  Advanced degrees preferred.
• 12+ years of progressively advancing product development, product management and/or product marketing experience for an infrastructure software company.
• 5+ years architecture or technical leadership experience, preferably working with business rules, complex event processing, distributed systems, web environments, business process management enterprise software. 
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, and an ability to tailor communication styles to different audiences, e.g. technical developers, less technical marketing managers, and external/customer audiences.

This is a hands-on tactical Engineering Manager role.  It would suit a Software Engineering Manager (who currently manages a team of 10-20) who wants a different challenge with an international flavour.

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Senior Product Marketing Manager sought for world-leader developing wireless devices for a range of applications - PC, tablet, speakers, headsets, gaming platforms, camera platforms, docking stations.

You will be providing product marketing for a line of audio and connectivity chipset solutions and roadmap development leadership. You will be accountable for all aspects of the product strategy and optimise investments in product development.
You must have previous experience as Product Marketing Manager, managing high volume semiconductor products through the complete product lifecycle. Excellent leadership, decision making skills and technical knowledge are essential.

Your key responsibilities:
• Manage all aspects of the product lifecycle from product idea generation through end of life.
• Work directly with the engineering, operations, finance and sales groups to execute a successful product strategy.
• Delegate and monitor engineering and operational activities to teams throughout the organisation.
• Ensure the cross-functional development team meets the product, business and time-to-market requirements.
• Work with key customers and technology partners to validate and strengthen product roadmap and competitive positioning.
• Support sales and marketing for the product lines - complete product presentations, competitive positioning, go to market strategy, etc.
• Clearly articulate product roadmaps and plans to senior management and strategic accounts, and communicate highly technical features to less technical business and financial decision makers.
• Understand and interpret real-world deployment and troubleshooting requirements.
• Influence and motivate resources about product vision and market goals requirements.

You already have:
• Strong experience managing multiple concurrent complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience across several business and customer related areas.
• Extensive knowledge of wireless technologies (Wi-Fi and /or Bluetooth).
• Extensive knowledge of audio technologies (CODECs, transmission standards, DSP for audio content).
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification and / or experience.

MBA or CIM qualification and previous experience with cellular apps is desirable.

Keywords: wireless, semiconductors, product management, marketing, leadership, handset platforms, multimedia, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, audio devices, cellular applications, hand-held technology.

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You will be responsible for the implementation and testing of components using Java, Spring Framework and web technologies (HTML, CSS and JavaScript). They are looking for exceptionally skilled and motivated individuals who can bring their own ideas to the table and help influence the future direction of the product.

Essential Skills & Experience

· Java J2EE, Spring Framework and Hibernate
· Web Technologies (HTML, CSS & JavaScript including AJAX, JSON, and JavaScript Frameworks such as JQuery
· Experience in MySQL or PostgreSQL and good knowledge of SQL
· Unit Testing such as JUnit
· Understanding of Web standards cross-platform, cross-browser issues
· Excellent debugging and problem solving skills
· Passion for clean code and clear naming conventions
· Excellent interpersonal skills, and be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
· Highly self-directed, a strong individual contributor and strong team player

Desirable Skills & Experience (not essential)

· Experience in Maven
· Experience in Lucene
· Knowledge of Apache Tomcat and Linux architecture
· Knowledge of web application scalability (including cloud infrastructures such as EC2)
· Experience of agile software development (e.g. Extreme Programming)

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A Senior Java Developer is wanted by our client to join their Analytics team to work on intelligent data Enterprise solutions. Working within an Agile framework, the Senior Java Developer will work in close collaboration with researchers, developing algorithm designs into software applications (using Java and Spring) through compliance with software architecture, coding and testing standards. Further responsibilities will include: design and code review; and mentoring of junior team members.

Key requirements for the Senior Java Developer role:
- Degree educated (1st/2.1 from a good university) or strong relevant commercial experience.
- Proven commercial experience using Java and Spring, with experience using Tomcat, Jetty or similar servlet containers.
- Experience working in an Agile environment using test-driven development for scalable Enterprise systems.
- Knowledge of signal processing, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and use of other OO scripting languages for Java platforms (Groovy and Python) is highly desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Java Spring Developer to work within the green technology sector, utilising your proven background in Enterprise software development in a forward-thinking Agile framework. Senior Java Developer – Analytics, Agile, Enterprise, Java, Spring, Cambridge, to £50,000 DOE.

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This highly innovative company has been at the forefront of developing advanced scientific systems for a number of years and works with blue-chip companies worldwide. This key role is to be involved with transferring products into manufacture and managing updates – it has less emphasis on day to day development work.

You will be responsible for improving and maintaining the design of an advanced microscale bioreactor system, containing complex mechanical systems, electronics and software, working closely with a small team of designers to ensure that product designs continue to meet the required quality, performance and cost targets.  You will also work closely with key stakeholders including, software, business development and technology to ensure that product enhancements and platform developments meet the essential requirements for commercial success; and you will contribute towards the manufacturing engineering and cost reduction of existing and emerging products.

You must have at least a 2.1 (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering from a good university (i.e. very good A level grades as well) coupled with demonstrable experience of successfully developing and commercialising complex systems / scientific instruments for low to medium volume manufacture (up to 100 units a year)

Core competencies should be:

·            experience of transferring complex systems containing hardware, electronics, software (ideally for lifescience / biological / laboratory based applications) from engineering (beta systems) into a manufacturing environment

·            knowledge of manufacturing techniques, design for manufacture, design for assembly and cost reduction

·            technical direction of small teams of technical personnel supporting product designs throughout the product lifecycle

This is an excellent opportunity to join this leading edge company at the forefront of scientific instrumentation.

Keywords: Mechanical, instruments, manufacture, Cambridge, systems, hardware, software, automation.

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University spinout company have an opening for an Optical Physicist / Engineer to join their cross-disciplinary team of physicists, biologists and software engineers. Working in this small but agile team in purpose built labs and office space, close to leading academic groups, the Optical Physicist / Engineer would be hands-on, with a background in optical development for confocal imaging.

Requirements:
- Excellent academic background (1st/2.1 in physics (or similar discipline) with an advanced degree and a background in optics development).
- Experience in laboratory based, hands-on development of optical instrumentation / devices.
- Strong understanding of spectral characterisation / quantitative imaging.
- Intellectually curious, with strong team working approach to problem solving.

Currently in research mode, this start-up company already has strong partnerships with commercial companies, and are looking to further innovate and develop their final product solution. The client is keen to have this Optics Physicist / Engineer to start as soon as possible – apply now to join this exciting company.

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This will involve working in the various stages of development for a variety of products and projects.  You will work closely with a number of project teams throughout the Company as well as liaise with customers and partners. You may also have a wide range of different projects on the go at the same time, all at different stages of development. You are responsible for the delivery of specific parts of each project.

Skills:

• The ability to design, build, commission and run test rig / product to specifications
• The ability to review situations and propose innovative yet well considered proposals
• Analytical skills to process and interpret data and support informed decisions as a result 
• A meticulous yet original approach to problem solving
• The ability to pay close attention to detail
• Ability to lead and execute a programme of work
• Good communication skills both in written and oral formats to deliver a message effectively
• Able to encourage and establish productive working relationships
• Excellent organisational and time management skills to be able to prioritise to deliver results to deadlines
• Have the ability to adapt to change and re-focus quickly

With a good degree and extensive commercial experience, knowledge of steam systems is beneficial, as would a basic understanding of LabVIEW and national instruments equipment.

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This is a superb opportunity for a bright Senior Software Developer to work in one of the best R&D software development environments in Cambridge - alongside some of the brightest engineers – contributing to the development of leading edge software / new architectures and systems, with an internationally successful software company. 

They offer a real "jeans & t-shirts" style set-up in modern, light and airy offices with the latest kit, flexi-time, a good relaxation area, free food and great coffee - in a commercial software environment that feels more like a university research lab.

In this technically challenging Software role you will join a small team as a Senior Build Tools / Development Operations Engineer – a dynamic, high-output team, contributing to the development effort through the design and architecture, planning, implementation, roll-out and maintenance of globally distributed product build, continuous integration, source code control, defect tracking, work tracking, project planning/tracking tools and release management tools.

You will need to apply your skills across the whole software engineering discipline: from requirements analysis to architecting and implementing high quality solutions. A proven track record in software development and scripting/automation is a must. There are opportunities to take an architectural lead in the future of the tools used by development.

With extensive experience of the complete software development process and an ability to collaborate with other development teams in a productive manner, you should have solid skills in Python, Linux, development tools, Unix shell scripting / Bash, version control systems (ideally mercurial and Git), Build / Continuous Integration systems - GNU make, Hudson / Jenkins, Buildbot etc.

Any exposure to Twisted Python, Java, Tomcat, Issue tracking systems (Jira), PostreSQL would be an advantage.

In addition to an attractive salary, the company offers a comprehensive range of benefits. Applications should be made as soon as possible.

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Keywords: Senior Build Tools / Development Operations Engineer, Linux, Python / scripting / Bash, version control (mercurial, Git), Make, Hudson / Jenkins, development tools, Unix shell scripting, Build systems, Continuous Integration systems - GNU Make, Twisted Python, Java, Tomcat, Issue tracking systems (Jira), PostreSQL, Cambridge.

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Cambridge, to c£37k + excellent benefits package

This position calls for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer, and initially is to cover maternity leave for a minimum of one year. Your responsibilities will include the specification, manufacture and testing of disposable plastic parts used for medical diagnostic testing, which are performance and cost-critical components.

You will specify and implement the manufacturing processes for such consumable development projects, assisting with the specification and design as part of the company’s R&D projects; liaise with suppliers, particularly when custom raw material is needed; and will be responsible for the maintenance of the consumables development laboratory including the servicing and calibration of key manufacturing / laboratory equipment. You will also contribute to the specification, installation and commissioning of new manufacturing / laboratory equipment including the design of custom test rigs and fixtures.

With a relevant technical or scientific degree, you should have significant hands-on experience with disposable manufacturing methods and standard laboratory techniques - in particular the development and manufacture of high-volume disposable / plastic parts including the optimisation of polymer surface coating and reagent deposition processes.

Keywords: Manufacturing Engineer - Consumables / Plastics / Disposables, specification, manufacture and testing of disposable plastic parts, medical, manufacturing / laboratory equipment, design of custom test rigs and fixtures, disposable manufacturing methods and standard laboratory techniques, high-volume disposable / plastic parts, optimisation of polymer surface coating and reagent deposition processes.

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Our client develops intelligent green products for business and domestic users and they are looking for an inquisitive mind to join their expanding Test Team as a Test Engineer for their user interfaces (UI). Key responsibilities will be to support the ambitious green project developments by implementing methodical and considered manual tests to prove robustness / QA of products, with particular relevance to web and mobile UI. Development will be face-paced in an Agile environment, and testing will require strong communication skills (weekly reports and bug ticketing), ability to prioritise tasks, as well as active contributions to daily scrum meetings.

The Test Engineer UI will have:
- A university degree or commercial qualification.
- Experience in testing / QA of websites, mobile applications or other software.
- Use of bug tracking and version control tools.
- Knowledge of automated test tools and scripting languages would be highly desirable.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for an Engineer with a genuine enthusiasm for UI testing / QA to work in a multi-skilled team, learning new skills and experiences whilst contributing to green smart solutions for home automation technologies. Test Engineer UI – manual test, web / mobile UI, QA, green, Central Cambridge, £25k - £35k DOE.

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Innovative spinout company is seeking a Computer Scientist / Research to join their multi-disciplinary team of physicists, biologists and software developers to work on highly challenging computer science problems – developing algorithms for large datasets. Research would involve signal processing, and utilisation of machine learning / pattern recognition / AI. This client is already well-linked with a number of industrial partners as well as pre-formed relationships with university labs that this research originated from.

Requirements:
- Excellent academics (1st/2.1 from a leading UK or equivalent university in Computer Science or similar discipline with strong A-levels (minimally AAB with maths and science)).
- PhD in Computer Science, working on projects using machine learning / AI / pattern recognition / signal processing.
- Further experience in signal processing and algorithm development for large datasets is beneficial.
- Strong programming understanding of one or more mainstream OO languages (ideally C#, will also consider C++ / java).
- Appreciation of working in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Eligible to work in the UK without need for sponsorship from the client.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive spin-out company, as they further develop their innovative scientific product and allowing typically academic-style research do be conducted within a commercial company. This is ideal for a computer scientist who wants to transfer from an university setting into an industrial career. Post-Doctoral Computer Scientist / Research Developer – PhD, C#, OO, datasets, machine learning, pattern recognition, AI. Cambridge, to £40,000.
 
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With good hands-on skills, you will be given training to enable you to give technical support (remote and on-site) to clients and also help in a client facing capacity, supporting sales and marketing at conferences and exhibitions.

With a degree in engineering or science, you will have a good understanding of automotive engines, mechanical and electrical / electronic systems.

A great opportunity to combine technical and client facing sills in a role offering the opportunity for international travel.

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Summary: Fantastic opportunity for an experienced Silicon Development Project Manager to manage the entire silicon programme, Cambridge, to c£65k + Pension, Private Healthcare, Life insurance, Share Options and Childcare vouchers.

This is a unique opportunity for a talented, dynamic individual to make a significant impact on a successful and growing technology company.  You will take full ownership for the specification, design and delivery of silicon developments from concept through to volume production.

In this exciting, challenging role, you will have full responsibility and accountability for managing the entire silicon programme - including working with third party design partners, IP providers, foundries and internal teams.

The role calls for an experienced, degree qualified Project Manager, with a solid academic record (degree in electronics or similar) and proven experience in successfully delivering complex Mixed Signal silicon devices into mass production - on time, with high quality levels.

You should have a solid understanding of RF CMOS silicon technology at leading edge geometries, in complex Mixed Signal SoC devices; and a thorough understanding of mixed signal silicon development processes.  This should be backed by an extensive track record of multiple successful development products released into mass production and skills in managing third party silicon design service organisations.

This is a fantastic opportunity with a very successful and growing company.

In addition to a competitive salary the role offers a wide and attractive range of benefits including Pension, Private Healthcare, Life insurance, Share Options and Childcare vouchers.

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Highly motivated and able to operate independently, you will have an impressive academic background and at least a decade of industrial experience.  Extremely capable across a broad range of engineering disciplines, you will have a good understanding of the design process from ideas to production, and be capable of inventing ingenious solutions to difficult technical problems where no standard solution currently exists.

Expert knowledge (essential):

• Control system theory, design and practical implementation
• High-speed analogue hardware design, implementation and testing (voltage and current feedback op-amps
circuits and discrete transistor circuits up to 1 GHz)
• High-speed and high-precision ADC and DAC circuits, analogue switches and filters, sub-100nsec sample and
hold circuits
• Power Switching Devices (MOSFETs and IGBTs)
• Use of simulation tools such as SPICE and MatLab
• Practical circuit prototyping skills
• Design for medium volume production, including design for test

Useful knowledge (but not essential):
• Embedded 'C' development
• Digital hardware design and testing
• Custom analogue chip design
• High voltage and high power inverter systems

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Our client is a world-leader in wireless technology, delivering top quality solutions to blue-chips world-wide. They’re looking for an experienced hands-on embedded software engineer to join their high-calibre team and to lead the development of key project components. Commercial acumen and proven experience of the full software life-cycle are vital.

With excellent embedded software skills, you will develop software of a major scale and complexity in C and Assembler. You will have strong communication skills in order to work with external teams - sharing technology understanding and skills - to mentor junior engineers and to develop documentation.

Requirements:

•            Degree (1st or 2.1) in Maths, Science, Software or Electronics.
•            Proven experience of C and Assembler.
•            Experience of wireless communications (ideally Wi-Fi).
•            Excellent understanding of software architecture within embedded real-time systems.
•            Proven experience debugging real-time systems.
•            Familiarity with configuration and issue management tools.

Advantageous:

•            Understanding of processor architectures and peripherals.
•            Linux / UNIX.
•            Agile.
•            Verilog / MATLAB tools.
•            Scripting languages - Perl and Python.

A superb opportunity for an experienced engineer to continue to progress their career in an acknowledged world-leading company offering an excellent benefits package.

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Market leader in tools for business software applications need very bright, experienced Information Security Lead Developer to work on a fast paced project from startup and to be a key member of a growing team.  The Information Security Lead Developer will have:

• evidence of contribution/maintenance of open source products;
• familiarity with many programming languages, across the main types: Scripting: Python, Perl, Ruby; Web application frameworks: Rails, Django and/or ASP.NET, including experience in designing/using RESTful interfaces;
• Web development skills/knowledge – some HTML/XML/CSS/Javascript/ AJAX a bonus, but by itself not sufficient;
• familiarity with the security protocols used in commercial systems: Kerberos, RADIUS, SAML;
• all grade A’s at A Level;
• and a degree from a top university.

The Information Security Lead Developer will have commercial experience of building at least one commercial information security product and be familiar with some of the common commercial authentication systems, and how to configure these systems (Juniper, Cisco, Citrix, Microsoft UAG).

This is an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional individual to join this growing company.

Keywords: Information Security, Lead Developer, Python, Perl, Ruby, Rails, Django, ASP.Net, Huntingdon.

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WANTED: Principal Embedded C Software Engineer to join our client, a green product development company to work on design and development of software for new products; collaborate with the prototyping and production of hardware; mentor junior members of the team; and contribute to wireless and Open standards development (eg: ZigBee and OSGi).

The Embedded C Software Engineer must have:

•            Strong numerate based degree (Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or similar) from a well-recognised university.
•            Very strong commercial background developing in C, and competence using scripting languages (ideally Python).
•            Proven background in embedded development – compilers for multiple targets would be advantageous.
•             Experience of system architecture and design in software, with past use of bug tracking and version control tools.
•             Experience of software control for RF protocols (ideally ZigBee); Ethernet protocols (including SSL/TLS in a Linux environment.
•             Knowledge of PCBs and ICs, home automation would be highly desirable.

Working on award-winning RF product devices, the Embedded C Software Engineer will join a company that is part of the momentum of green innovations and contribute to smart device developments. Embedded C Software Engineer – Python, RF, ZigBee, Central Cambridge, c£50k - 65k DOE.

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This highly successful product design company is part of an established, innovative group of companies developing leading edge solutions to scientific and engineering problems.

This key role is to undertake a system and detail design role in the development of high reliability products and mechanisms in medical device and technology development. You will be required to use your creativity and enthusiasm to generate mechanical solutions, with responsibility for part or all of the mechanical detailing on projects.  This work includes generating and developing ideas into product concepts, prototypes, detailed designs and production drawings. Project durations may vary from a few weeks to a few years.

With at least a 2.1 Hons degree in a mechanical engineering discipline, such as mechanical engineering, engineering design, engineering with industrial design or similar, you will have:

•            high level of proficiency in 3D CAD systems; preferably SolidWorks;
•             substantial, demonstrable experience in product design; from concept, through to detail design, to scale-up and volume manufacturing;
•            sound mechanical knowledge and experience of both mechanism layout, and part and assembly drawing issue and revision management;
•            a track record of addressing issues, generating ideas and developing solutions; plus
•            an intuitive understanding of risk assessment; an ability to spot problems in designs and/or specifications.

An understanding of plastic moulding design for high volume manufacturing, quality control requirements and general manufacturing methods will all be very useful for this role. You will have excellent personal communication skills and be a self motivated team member.

Keywords: Mechanical, 3D CAD, Solidworks, mechanisms, volume manufacture, plastic mould, Cambridge, 2:1, 1st.

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Key Responsibilities:

· Designing and developing of innovative and complex electro- mechanical products and systems
· Writing complex technical design and test reports
· Technically leading and guiding a small team of mechanical engineers, providing mentoring and support
· Liaising and working with the client and client technical team during the course of a project

Experience and Qualifications:

Candidates will have a good degree in a relevant engineering discipline, with appropriate industry experience.

· Mechanical design experience to include the development of new products, ideally gained within a consultancy or commercial environment
· A particular focus on beverage dispensing and consumables development
· Innovative and complex mechanical systems, manufacturing processes and analytical problem solving capability
· Experience of working in a multi-skilled environment (i.e. developing electro-mechanical products)
· Analytical skills experience, including failure prediction and tolerance analysis
· Experience of experiment design and implementation for design verification
· Experience in the realisation of a products industrial design and user interfaces
· CAD design experience (preferably SolidWorks)
· Experience of managing projects or work packages to tight timescales throughout the full product life cycle
· Knowledge of transfer to manufacture, manufacture process, and formal product approvals

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Are you a senior C# applications developer with strong SQL and database skills?

Our client creates innovative mathematical modelling and analysis software tools for use by professionals in the financial services sector. They're well established in Cambridge, highly successful, and maintain a "small company" feel whilst having the backing of an international organisation.

They're seeking applications engineers to work on their latest line of products. You'll have several years experience developing .NET and database applications, backed by a good degree in computer science, maths, physics, engineering or a relevant subject. Your database skills will be very good, as you'll be fluent in SQL (including stored procedures, joins, and parameter validation) as well as database design and development including schema design and query optimisation.

You'll be accustomed to developing complex applications way beyond the database level, from data structures to business logic on up. You'll be skilled in C#, VB.NET or F# and will be ready to work in C# in future. You'll have worked with ASP.NET, MVC or Silverlight, and you'll have developed web servers and/or web services as part of a distributed application.

Our client practices the best kind of Agile development, where customers are feeding directly back into the development process, and you'll be a key part of that. You'll be ready to have friendly technical discussions with other developers to come up with the best possible solutions, to make a good case for your plans, stick to your guns where appropriate and yield to better ideas when not.

This is an ideal opportunity for an agile, database-savvy applications developer. An exceptional salary and top benefits are available to the right candidate, along with sensible working hours, the best equipment needed to do your job, and good coffee.

Keywords: software, applications, C#, .NET, databases, SQL, web, services, optimisation

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With rapid growth, they now seek a well-qualified, experienced Lead R&D Electronics Hardware Engineer / Team Manager.

This is a Senior Hands-on and Lead Technical role within the team, where you will take key decisions on Electronics Engineering development - ranging from Analogue electronics, Digital electronic, Mixed-signal devices - through to RF systems. Projects will be wide ranging - from initial investigative research through to full systems development, regulatory submission and third party manufacture.

You will also coordinate project resources to ensure projects timescales, specifications and budgets - helping to build and mentor the technical team.

With an impressive academic record (ideally to postgraduate level with a top university) in a suitable technical / scientific discipline, you should have extensive hands-on electronics / hardware development experience in at least two of Analogue electronics, Digital electronics, Mixed-signal devices and / or RF systems design.  Your skill set should also include exposure to other related areas associated with multi-disciplinary development projects, such as software, mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory / quality control issues.

You should have proven abilities in managing and delivering high-value, multi-disciplinary, fast-track product development projects in a global context - providing the leadership, energy and drive to deliver results. Although the majority of your time will be spent in Cambridge, due to the nature of this role and your responsibilities, you should also be willing to travel internationally, sometimes at short notice.

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This leading scientific software company is a provider of innovative, quality solutions for data retrieval within the life science domain. Their solutions are deployed in a number of sectors and they now seek a talented post-graduate, with both a background in life sciences and experience in informatics, to work on solution focused resources to assist their customers in applying solutions to their business.

You will develop and maintain resources to assist their customers in the use of our clients’ software; develop programs and linguistic patterns; and work closely with the software development team to ensure customer queries are resolved and deliver high quality solutions on time.

You will have a good degree, post-grad qualification or equivalent in life sciences or bioinformatics; strong programming skills with Perl, Python or Java; academic or commercial experience in biology, genomics, bioinformatics or similar; plus knowledge of text / data mining and / or enterprise search and life science information sources.

This is an excellent opportunity for a pro-active, communicative scientific developer to work at the cutting edge of technology.

Keywords: life science, Perl, Python, Java, text, data, 2.1, 1st, PhD, Cambridge.

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This leading provider of scientific software places a great emphasis on quality solutions for a wide range of applications.  They now seek an additional member of the team to work with top organisations in the pharmaceutical, healthcare and other industries.  Your key responsibilities will be to support the sales team throughout the sales cycle in demonstrating the value of our clients solution to the customer; travel both nationally and internationally to customer sites to present the solution and provide training where appropriate; support the customer and ensure their success in using the product to gain maximum ROI; undertake consulting and project work for customers; and develop compelling case studies showing how the software can be used to solve real-world problems. There will also be opportunities to author papers for submission to scientific journals; feed customer requirements back to the product development team and help test new software releases; and assist with customer deployments.

With a good degree in a life science or similar, you will have informatics and/or information management experience; sound understanding of IT systems - experience of scripting languages, e.g. Perl is essential; familiarity with text mining and/or enterprise search; familiarity with life science information resources (e.g. PubMed); experience of working on life science or healthcare applications, ideally in a commercial setting; project management skills and experience; good communication and presentation skills; and a pro-active attitude and ability to work in a team.

This key role is to work at the cutting edge of scientific software in a leading technology environment.

Keywords: Support, Informatics, Cambridge, Scripting, Perl, Life Sciences, Travel.

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This growing engineering dept. of this highly regarded company works closely with leading edge clients to develop commercial and industrial software applications.  This key role is for a lead software engineer with proven experience developing and implementing system architectures within a real-time RIP systems (VxWorks or equivalent).  Your software development experience must include VB, VC++, MFC, GUI and UML and you will have a deep understanding of networking protocols.  Experience of SNMP, Perl, data workflows and digital printing technologies will be a real plus.

This key role needs a strong degree (and good A levels) in a relevant numerical subject and, ideally, a PhD, and strong personal communications skills.  This is an excellent opportunity for a high calibre technologist to work on cutting edge technology.

Keywords: VB, VC++, MFC, GUI, UML, Cambridge, VxWorks, 2.1, 1st, PhD, Lead Software.

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This highly innovative company develops commercial and industrial applications for volume control systems.  This key role is for a Senior Electronics Engineer to be responsible for the design, development, and test of the drive and control electronics and firmware for use with current and future products. This is a hands-on position that will involve you in all aspects of design, assembly and testing of their printing system. Your job will be to conceptualise, design, implement and validate subsystems and systems solutions to enable the company to produce and deliver quality products to the digital colour printing market.

With a good degree (including good A levels) in Electronics or similar, you will have experience designing analogue and digital hardware in areas of high speed, high integration  circuit design and precision instrumentation techniques; expert knowledge and experience with FPGA design using VHDL; experience holding, as well as attending, design reviews, and recording the outcome to enable changes to be captured effectively; demonstrated ability to produce requirements specifications, test plans/specifications, and other documentation associated with product development; and demonstrated ability to develop relationships with suppliers, distributors and sub contractors to ensure timely delivery of printed circuit boards and components.  You must have experience working as a senior development engineer within a New Product Development and Introduction team; expert knowledge in FPGA software simulation tools; and ideally strong knowledge and experience in designing drive and control electronics for ink jet ink systems and printheads.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded company at the cutting edge of technology.

Keywords: Analogue, Digital, Firmware, FPGA, VHDL, Senior Electronics, Cambridge, 2.1.

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You would be joining a small but growing team, so you should be flexible and ready to turn your hand to a range of tasks, whether internally or working directly with customers on their technical requirements. You should be a highly self-motivated, energetic character, equally at ease in a team or working independently.

Candidates should have a general working knowledge of power electronic systems, topologies and design practices. Experience of design for medium and high voltage equipment (>1000V) would be ideal.

Ideal candidates will be of exceptional calibre with an impressive technical background. You will have strong skills across a broad range of engineering disciplines, have a good understanding of the design process from ideas to production, and be capable of inventing ingenious solutions to difficult technical problems where no standard solutions currently exists.

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Key Responsibilities

• Designing and developing of innovative and complex electro- mechanical products and systems
• Writing complex technical design and test reports
• Technically leading and guiding a small team of mechanical engineers, providing mentoring and support
• Liaising and working with the client and client technical team during the course of a project
• Some supporting business development activity by providing pre-sales specialist input

Experience and Qualifications

We expect candidates to have a 2.1 or above in a relevant engineering discipline, with extensive industry experience.

• Mechanical design experience to include the development of new products, ideally gained within a consultancy or commercial environment
• Innovative and complex mechanical systems, manufacturing processes and analytical problem solving capability
• Experience of working in a multi-skilled environment (i.e. developing electro-mechanical products)
• Analytical skills experience, including failure prediction and tolerance analysis (e.g. FEA, moldflow, COMSOL, MATLAB and MATHCAD)
• Experience of experiment design and implementation for design verification
• CAD design experience (e.g. SolidWorks and/or ProE)
• Experience of managing projects or work packages to tight budgets and timescales
• Knowledge of transfer to manufacture, manufacture process, medical device regulations, FDA submissions, type testing
• Exposure to medical device development process

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Key Responsibilities:

• Develop solutions to challenging technical problems and take them through the product development process;
• Identify and research technologies;
• Carry out numerical and analytical analysis;
• Conduct proof-of-principle experiments;
• Make specific contributions and manage tasks as part of an international multi-disciplinary product development team;
• Learn how to develop and implement solutions based on different technologies and target markets;
• Deliver project tasks within the time-scales and budgets;
• Take a lead role when appropriate on a project;
• Present results and findings to clients.

Experience and Qualifications:

We expect candidates to have a 2.1 or above in physics, or a related engineering discipline.  

Broad physics knowledge combining an intuitive understanding, analytical ability and a practical hands-on approach.   Candidates will have an enthusiasm for applying this knowledge to real world problems.

• Ability to analyse a wide range of data, structure thoughts well, draw robust conclusions and communicate conclusions in a clear concise way.
• Ability to work independently and a desire to take responsibility for project delivery.

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You would be joining a small but growing team, so you should be flexible and ready to turn your hand to a range of tasks, whether internally or working directly with customers on their technical requirements. You should be a highly self-motivated, energetic character, equally at ease in a team or working independently.

Our client is looking for an Analogue Design Guru.

Candidates should able to take a design from simulation model through to implementation at frequencies in excess of 50MHz. Experience of high speed analogue/digital converters (DAC/ADC) and control theory would be advantageous.

Ideal candidates will be of exceptional calibre with an impressive technical background. You will have strong skills across a broad range of engineering disciplines, have a good understanding of the design process from ideas to production, and be capable of inventing ingenious solutions to difficult technical problems where no standard solutions currently exists.

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Our client offers excellent benefits including 30 days holiday, medical & dental insurance and a competitive salary.

Our client is a unique organisation that builds and operates advanced networks for their European clients. In this key role of IT Administrator, your areas of responsibility will include:

- Implementing company IT policies including security, software licensing strategies, backup and restore and disaster recovery.

- Day-to-day management of critical IT infrastructure:

o          Unix / Linux servers

o          MS Windows servers

o          MS Exchange servers

o          MS SharePoint servers

o          Wired and wireless LAN

o          Email

As IT Administrator, your sysadmin experience will include:

·            Supporting users with Windows XP and Windows 7

·           Active Directory, particularly ADUC (Active Directory Users and Computers) tool

·           DHCP

·           DNS

·            Windows Server 2008 (preferably R2)

·            Exchange 2007 or later

·           Good networking skills

·           Group policies

The position requires working within normal office hours and sometimes during evenings and weekends (often with little advance notice). Degree educated, you'll need to be self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a widely distributed team.

Based in swish modern offices in Cambridge city centre, and working with other bright colleagues in a financially secure environment, this is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate.

Keywords: system administration, sysadmin, IT administrator, IT policies, security, software licensing strategies, backup and restore, disaster recovery, IT infrastructure, Unix servers, Linux servers, MS Windows servers, MS Exchange servers, MS SharePoint servers, Wired and wireless LAN, Email, Windows XP, Windows 7, Active Directory, ADUC, Active Directory Users and Computers, DHCP, DNS, Windows Server 2008, Exchange 2007, networking, group policies, Cambridge.

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Our client creates innovative mathematical modelling and analysis software tools for use by professionals in the financial services sector. They're well established in Cambridge, highly successful, and maintain a "small company" feel whilst having the backing of an international organisation.

They're seeking expert software engineers to work on their latest line of products. You'll have significant experience developing complex software products of the highest caliber, backed by strong mathematical skills and a good degree in computer science, maths, physics, engineering or a relevant subject from a top university. You’ll have taken an active role in every part of the software development life cycle on multiple products, from conception through to requirements capture, analysis, design, implementation, testing and deployment.

You’ll be flexible and ready to contribute wherever you’re needed, whether that means talking to clients, designing individual software components or entire system architectures, tracking down and fixing bugs, writing new “green field” code, maintaining and refactoring existing products or producing documentation.

You’ll be able to quickly learn the ins and outs of very technical problem domains and to apply this knowledge when selecting the best technologies for the job, designing entire applications and honing individual components. You’ll also be very capable of seeing things from a user’s point of view – you’ll be designing for real people, from the system as a whole through to its user interface.

You’ll be working primarily in C#, so you’ll either have significant C# experience or you’ll be very comfortable in multiple mainstream object-oriented languages and so prepared to pick up a new one.

Our client practices the best kind of Agile development, where customers are feeding directly back into the development process, and you'll be a key part of that. You'll be ready to have friendly technical discussions with other developers to come up with the best possible solutions, to make a good case for your plans, to stick to your guns where appropriate and yield to better ideas when not.

This is an ideal opportunity for an agile senior software developer. An exceptional salary and top benefits are available to the right candidate, along with sensible working hours, the best equipment needed to do your job, and good coffee.

Keywords: software, development, C#, maths, full SDLC, architecture, usability

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This is a high profile role providing marketing leadership for a line of audio chipset solutions, targeted at the rapidly growing audio market with particular focus on the Mobile segment. You will be highly entrepreneurial, with significant relevant industry knowledge having directly managed successful audio products into tier 1 mobile products. Excellent leadership, communication, analytical and decision making skills, with strong commercial acumen are mandatory.

You will be responsible for all aspects of the product strategy, product life cycle, product road map and for ensuring the cross-functional development team meets the product, business and time-to-market requirements. You will work directly with the engineering, operations, finance and sales groups to execute a successful product strategy to meet business and market requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Optimise investments in Product Development.

• Define clear business plans.

• Clearly articulate product roadmaps and plans to senior management and strategic accounts.

• Communicate highly technical features and functionality to less technical business and financial decision makers.

• Understand and interpret market requirements and real-world deployment and troubleshooting requirements.

• Gain buy-in between engineering, product marketing, sales and management.

• Manage without authority: drive engineering resources, and delegate and monitor engineering and operational activities; convince and excite resources about product vision and goals market requirements.

Essential Requirements:

• Good knowledge of audio semiconductor technologies and audio DSP principles.

• Successful deliverance of profitable products and software solutions to market.

• Background across several business and customer related areas.

• Good marketing experience, including product management of high-volume semiconductor products.

• Extensive knowledge of wireless technologies.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.

An MBA or CIM qualification is desirable.

Keywords: Audio, Mobile, handsets, wireless technologies, semiconductors, DSP, high volume products, Senior Product Manager, Cambridge.

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This is a leading company with an enviable reputation for innovation and excellent product design.  With continued success they now seek additional High-speed Digital / Mixed Signal / Analogue Hardware Design Engineers to join the team.

The role offers superb career development opportunities to be part of an innovative and successful company - working alongside very bright and motivated design / development engineers within a real "techie" environment.

As part of a small team of Hardware Design / Electronic Engineers, you will focus on the design and implementation of new Network Interface Card designs for next generation network controllers. In addition to creating designs with their current networking ASICs, you will also be involved in creating numerous new designs - from scratch - to make the most of their next generation silicon.

Due to the very high performance of these products you will be working with a mix of high speed digital design, analogue electronics (DC to 10GHz+) and communication interfaces to create new market leading Networking products.

With good qualifications / proven success - your experience and skills as an experienced Hardware Design / Electronic Engineer should ideally include:

•  Interfacing to high speed ASIC devices or similar
•  PCB design using Mentor Design View/Design Capture / Expedition
•  PCI Express
•  Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) sensitive designs.
•  Volume electronics products
•  High-speed Digital Electronics
•  Mixed Signal / Analogue design

Keywords: Hardware Design / Electronic Engineers, high-speed digital / mixed signal / analogue, to c£50,000 plus extensive benefits, Cambridge. Networking; High speed ASIC devices or similar; Mentor Design View / Design Capture / Expedition; PCI Express; High-speed Digital Electronics; Mixed Signal / Analogue design.

In addition to a very competitive salary, depending on experience, the excellent benefits package includes share options, private health / dentistry, critical illness cover and employer contribution to pension.

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They are looking for Electronics Engineers to assist with a range of board-level and system-level electronics design work encompassing development platforms, product prototypes and fully-featured products for volume manufacture.

Ideally, you'll have an excellent theoretical understanding of electronics design together with good practical skills and an ability to tackle new technical problems which might fall outside your main speciality. A good first degree in engineering or the physical sciences is essential.

You'll join a small team with a varied and challenging workload.

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Growing company developing hosted on-line management solutions seeks resourceful, self-sufficient Technical Support and Test Engineer to look after customers in the area around Cambridgeshire. The Technical Support and Test Engineer will be responsible for:

•            1st line customer support for technical issues and resolving directly where possible, informing all relevant personnel of any technical issues;
•             Analysis and performance monitoring of the deployed installations to ensure all customers are being helped to the highest level and implementing updates as required;
•             Systems testing including producing, reviewing and maintaining system test specifications, producing accurate test reports and detailed analysis of problems, and assisting in the creation of in-house test tools.

The Technical Support and Test Engineer MUST have a full current driving licence and use of their own car (on which company travel mileage allowance will be paid). There is significant opportunity to grow with the company both in the UK and Overseas.

Keywords: Technical Support and Test, Engineer, Customer Support, System Test, Cambridge, Instrumentation.

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This growing and highly successful company provides advanced automation products and services to improve productivity in life science research, development and production.  Projects range from relatively small repeat projects that deliver products to customers, through to large, complex product development projects.  The role is to lead projects through all stages of project establishment, planning, implementation, control and completion; meeting budget, schedule and quality requirements.

This key role is for a Senior Project Manager with experience of project management such that you are able to contribute quickly and strongly to their current project portfolio, and experience of a product development. You will have experience to work within the entire project management cycle from specification to delivery, working with product management to make sure they are successfully delivered to meet market needs.

You must have a minimum BSc (Hons) 2.1 from established University in a numerate/engineering discipline, or, alternatively, a qualification in Project Management with a proven record in the automation/software fields.  You will have proven project management experience; a technical/engineering background and experience; be able to demonstrate a successful record in complex product development projects (£1m+) in the software/automation field; be fluent in Microsoft Project; and be comfortable in a multi-disciplined environment.

This is an outstanding opportunity to work in a dynamic environment at the cutting edge of technology.

Keywords: Project Manager, Cambridge, Herts, automation, 2.1, 1st, MS Project.

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Our client is a growing global market leader in real-time location systems (RTLS).  They design, develop and deliver some of the largest and most complex geospatial and RTLS systems in the world. Their systems have wide ranging applications and are distributed to blue-chips across a breadth of sectors, including engineering, commerce, entertainment and government / defence.

This Project Manager role has the superb opportunity for rapid career development and for building the UK and Asia delivery and support team. You will have strong technical expertise and significant technical project management / leadership experience.

The Project Manager will be responsible for developing and executing project plans and SOW’s, building strong customer relationships, identifying scope and cost of project changes, escalating technical issues as appropriate, participating in account management activities, managing UK OEM relationships and being responsible for post-implementation customer support to UK and Asia customers.

Essential:
· Experience of managing RTLS / RFID systems and implementations involving complex LAN environments and web interfaces.
· Experience integrating with at least one of MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), or WMS (Warehouse Management Systems).
· Experience with Microsoft Project, Excel and other project management tools.
· Degree (minimum 2.1 Hons) in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

This role requires extensive domestic travel, some European travel and occasional international trips. Salary is highly competitive and comes with excellent benefits, plus incentive stock options.

Keywords:  RTLS, RFID, UWB, Wireless, Sensors, Distributed Systems, Geospatial, Software, Hardware, Project Management, Cambridge.

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Are you a bright developer, something of a compulsive coder with an interest in hardware, looking for a new challenge with a fresh, young company?

Our client is a brand new company, formed by talented software and hardware developers and engineers with a starry history of innovation. They're the minds behind some new technologies which are poised to revolutionise wireless communications, opening up whole new frequencies for use by cutting edge devices. They are well financed and looking for the best of the few to help them get to the next level.

You will be a bright and enthusiastic software developer; you may well have the credentials to show it, and you certainly have the credibility. Whether or not you dream in code, you certainly live it, and you will have worked on multiple coding projects in your spare time which excite you enough that you just have to talk about them.

You'll have versatility, imagination, persistence, and a willingness to get stuck into the problem at hand, even when it crosses the boundary between software and hardware.

You'll have a long standing interest in making computers talk to do exciting things, and ideally you'll be well versed in low-level network protocols, preferably those used for wireless transmission over the air. You may have experience of radio firmware, or cryptography, or another related discipline. You'll back such experience up with good computer science skills: you'll be used to modelling large scale systems' behaviour, and you'll find server and database architecture a snap (or at least an enjoyable headache).

This is a fantastic opportunity to get in on the next big thing and make a real difference to a young company.

Keywords: C#, Cambridge, startup, wireless, protocols, firmware, architecture

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This growing, highly innovative scientific software company develops software products for blue chip, engineering and academic clients worldwide. They are now looking for an experienced Software Test Engineer to join their highly motivated and growing QA team, supporting development of their software products.

As a core member of the team you will contribute to development planning; devise and execute manual and automated functional tests for all product components; and measure product performance using a range of techniques including benchmarking and load testing.

You will be a team-worker, have a customer-focus and have excellent verbal and written communication skills, being able to communicate technically complex concepts clearly.

Essential requirements:

•             Javascript / AJAX RIA testing experience.
•             Cross-platform test automation experience.

Highly desirable:

•             Experience with cross-platform development technologies on Windows and Linux, 32 and 64 bit.
•             Experience of Software testing in an Agile environment.
•             Experience of CAD / CAE / PLM applications.
•             Be familiar with XML technologies (WSDL, XSD, SOAP)
•             Good degree from a recognised university.

Keywords: Automation test, Javascript / AJAX testing, cross-platform.

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You will have an excellent academic history – 2.1 or better MSc/BSc degree in a relevant subject with As/Bs at A-level (or equivalent), coupled with 1 or more years' relevant experience.

Key skills include C (or C++) experience working in Linux, and scripting languages (eg: Perl, Python, shell). Knowledge of networking protocols (eg: Ethernet, TCP/UDP/IP, ssh) is highly beneficial. Other attributes: Linux kernel development, device drivers, network stacks, open source contributor, embedded systems and GUI development experience would be desirable.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain industry experience with a dynamic high-tech company.

Keywords: C, Embedded, Linux, Wireless, 1st/2.1, Cambridge.

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This key role is to join a growing software team developing leading edge security applications for clients worldwide.  You will develop test suites for all software components to meet the product requirements; work within, and contribute to, systems and procedures; contribute to the writing and review of lifecycle documentation, user level documentation, technical application notes and training material; provide reliable estimates of task duration, as well as ensuring on time task delivery; contribute to feasibility / evaluation activities and contribute fully to the peer review process; provide reliable, consistent, timely and accurate technical assistance to both first line support and development partners;  and keep abreast of technical and market trends in relation to the company's product range and propose product improvements.

Degree qualified in Computer Science or similar from a good university, you will have a detailed knowledge of programming using multiple programming languages on multiple platforms including Windows and UNIX; a detailed working knowledge of design and implementation of large or significant products using C# and / or C++; and a good working knowledge of scripting languages and development tools.

Ideally you will have a good understanding of the use of cryptography and associated concepts in IT security; plus an awareness of Internet technologies, protocols and standards.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join this dynamic company at the cutting edge of technology.

Keywords: Software Test, Cambridge, C#, C++, Windows, Unix, Scripting.

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Due to continuous growth in the software development team, our client seeks experienced software engineers to design, develop and maintain software using ASP .Net (C#) and JavaScript. You will have previous experience in web user interface design, and have used AJAX to add interactivity to web pages.

With a minimum of a 2.1 or 1st in Computer Science, Engineering, Science, or Maths from a recognised University, the ideal candidate will demonstrate that they are technically accomplished and enjoy problem solving, have experience with C# and ASP.Net, take pride in your work and want to work with other talented team members.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of new products with an innovative company at the cutting edge of technology.

Keywords: Software, ASP.Net (C#), Web, to £40k, Cambridge.

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Market leading company in analogue/digital wireless products seeks a Group Leader to coordinate and direct an established design automation team. Key responsibilities will include: Providing technical direction and day-to-day running of the group (including foresight of company's and third party software development of analogue design tools); Overseeing the test and release of the combinations of internal and third party software used by R&D designers; Taking ownership and lead in major projects; mentoring of junior members; and Coordinating team's aims with other groups in the company and business strategies.

Person Specification - Required 
•             Experience in programming in Tcl, Skill, Perl/Python or similar in a Linux environment.
•             Knowledge of techniques for computer aided design of analogue circuits including schematics and layouts, analogue circuit simulation using a SPICE language and some experience of using analogue design automation tools.
•             Proven semiconductor industry design and/or design automation experience.
•             Excellent Degree (2.1 or better) in physics, computer science, electronics engineering or other relevant scientific degree.
•             Proven track record of delivering complex tasks on schedule.
•             Able to share own experience with less experienced engineers, and to provide appropriate guidance.
•             Able to coordinate and lead the activities of other engineers. Some management experience.
•             Able to collaborate effectively with other technical staff and strategic business units.

Further attributes are desirable: Fully competent with Analogue design techniques and common analogue circuit elements; and Full understanding of Analogue circuit simulation using SPICE or other automation tools.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a proven leader in analogue design automation. With good interpersonal and communication skills, you will lead and coordinate this team within the company and external development environment.

Keywords: Lead, Analogue, Design, CAD, Scripting, SPICE, Management, Linux, Circuits, Automation, Operations, Mentoring.

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This established, highly innovative scientific software company specialises in the development of text mining tools for life science companies worldwide. They now seek a talented post graduate scientist with experience in NLP to develop and maintain resources for customer requirements; working with application scientists and the software development team. This will include developing patterns to recognise relationships, and contributing to projects for our client and specific UK & EU funded research projects.

You will have:

•            a good post graduate qualification in computational linguistics or related discipline, including a good understanding of grammar;
•             research experience preferably in a commercial setting;
•            good interpersonal and communication skills;
•             attention to detail; and
•            strong programming skills, ideally with experience of Java or C and a scripting language such as Perl.

A background in life sciences and / or using ontologies will be a plus. This is an excellent opportunity to work at the cutting edge of technology.

Keywords: NLP, natural language processing, Java, C, Perl, Cambridge.

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Working on source code with an emphasis on infrastructure, the successful applicant will develop and improve the DSP operating system features, including the interface between DSP and core processors, and data streaming. Further responsibilities will include supporting international customers and prioritising assignments through project management.

Candidate Requirements:

•            Good degree in maths/science/electronics/software from a reputable university.
•            Experience of fixed-point programming, with good knowledge of embedded C development and assembly language (microprocessor and DSP).
•            Knowledge of C++ and scripting (Perl or Python).
•            Experience of developing with a real-time OS.
•            Knowledge of DSP/Codec algorithms (including FIR/IIR and basic algorithm design).

Further knowledge in: processor architectures and peripherals; analogue/digital data structure, communication protocols and drivers; audio processing techniques; DSP platforms; MATLAB; and debugging electronic systems using oscilloscopes and logic analysers would be highly desirable.

Key words: DSP, embedded C/C++, audio, codecs, algorithms, assembler, 1/2.1, microprocessor.

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Our client is the world-leading provider of real-time distributed systems. Their technology has unmatched accuracy and a diverse range of applications. Due to continued success and growth, they now seek a talented hands-on hardware engineer to join their high-calibre team building future generations of ultra-wideband products.

Your prime responsibilities in this cutting edge environment will include the design of digital and analogue hardware, and the improvement to products throughout their lifecycle. You will be flexible and have the enthusiasm and broad skills base to work on new architectures and to get things done.

Essential Experience:

• 1st or 2.1 Class Honours degree in Electronic Engineering from a top university plus good A-levels
• Good commercial experience of design and implementation of digital and analogue hardware
• Understanding of design for EMC and compliance testing
• Demonstrable project management skills over product lifecycle

Preferable:

• Wireless, microwave RF, sensor experience
• C / Assembler for embedded systems and combined hardware / firmware systems experience
• FPGA design and PCB layout skills
• Able to track down and fix complex hardware and systems problems

Keywords: UWB, electronics, digital, analogue, embedded, sensors, real-time distributed systems, hardware, Cambridge.

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This highly innovative company has seen considerable and continuous growth due to their quality solutions for the growing ink jet market.  Their products include software and print head drivers and electronics and this new role is to join their FPGA design team.  As the third member of the team you will be writing VHDL for Xilinx and Altera devices and contributing to the development of their advanced product range.  You will also have the opportunity to gain other skills which may include C++ development or engaging with customers during on-site visits.

This role will suit a bright, junior engineer with a relevant degree from a good university (i.e. good A level grades are required) with a reasonable level of practical experience in writing VHDL for either Xilinx or Altera.  Our client may also consider candidates who have recently completed a PhD with the relevant experience.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in this growing, dynamic company.

Keywords: FPGA, Firmware, VHDL, Xilinx, Altera, Cambridge.

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With this specialist technical consultancy working with clients across the globe to create groundbreaking products and exciting new business opportunities. Our clients pride themselves on creating brilliant new products and concepts, which are both technically feasible and commercially valuable.

They require ambitious, motivated and creative scientists and engineers to join their existing team of consultants. You will have a top-notch science or engineering degree (preferably a 1st from a top uni) and probably a PhD as well. You should also be a strong communicator, able to express yourself clearly and credibly and the capability for rapid learning and innovative thinking. You will also be able to display dedication and a sense of fun. Like our client you will be passionate about converting ideas into reality.

If this sounds like you then don't delay, apply today!

Keywords: Biochemistry, Biotech, Physics, Maths, Chemistry, Materials Science, Consultancy, 1st, PhD.

You will have commercial experience and awareness and with regard to technical issues, you will collaborate with both clients and other engineers on projects. Your role may include using your strong technical expertise to liaise with clients to understand their technical needs and prepare proposals which capture these requirements.

Your specific responsibilities are likely to include:

• Leading design engineers to realise your technical solutions
• Generation of concepts and layouts of systems in CAD
• Detailed design of components and products in CAD
• Tolerance analysis of system designs
• Production of detailed drawings and manufacturing specifications
• Transfer of designs to manufacture through liaison with external suppliers
• Writing technical reports and producing high quality design documentation

Minimum requirements:

To meet the demanding requirements of this role you will be a talented, creative engineer, with the ability to solve complex electro-mechanical system problems and design ingenious solutions.  You will have a high level of practical experience with proven technical skills, and have significant relevant experience in an engineering design environment preferably applying a systems engineering approach to development.

An excellent understanding of manufacturing techniques, assembly processes and material selection is desirable.  Familiarity with electro-mechanical systems including drives, motors, power, measurement and control systems is also desirable.

You will have an excellent degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

We are interested to hear how your skills and experience can help resolve the challenges faced during the development of complex instruments and electro-mechanical medical products.  However, specific medical device industry experience is not a requirement.

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Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Product Manager to take responsibility for the strategic direction of one or more of their software products. You should have the drive to take ownership of a product and make it a market leader.

You role will be to stay up to date with the marketplace and work with sales, support, development, marketing and customers to define the features of new and current products. You will provide detailed guidance to development, user experience, QA and documentation to make sure the right product gets released.

Our client is looking for someone with the enthusiasm to act as a technical evangelist for the product, both internally and externally. In addition, your skills and experience should include:

• significant product management experience in software development organisations
• a strong technical background: knowledge of Oracle technologies an advantage
• a good degree (2:1 or higher) from a good university 
• excellent communication and consensus building skills 
• ability to correlate ideas from a variety of sources and make informed technical decisions 
• ability to present an informal business case to management 
• strong creative problem solving skills

An exceptional benefits package and a truly top-rate workplace are offered in return.

Keywords: product manager, product management, software tools, databases, Oracle, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire.

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Bright Physical Applied Scientist / Engineer with a background in maths modelling in chemical engineering or CFD (computational fluid dynamics) is sought to join our client – a dynamic, growing team within an international company that develops a suite of simulation products enabling the full modelling lifecycle of a product from geometry through to full visualisation. This leading tool is unlike any other FEA software solution by the nature of its flexible physics coupling ability and interfaces.

Our client are looking for energetic, dynamic, bright Applied Scientists / Engineers with strong maths modelling skills used in chemical engineering or CFD to join their team as an Applications Engineer – developing their careers as this company dramatically grows. In this key role, you will become a technical reference – provide technical support for users of their product suite, give product demonstrations at seminars, workshops, conferences, and meetings with customers; develop ‘proof-of-concept’ studies for customers; act as instructor at product training sessions; and support sales activities aimed at further increasing sales.

You must have an excellent academic record with mostly A’s at A-level (or equivalent) with a 1st / 2.1 (and ideally an MSc / PhD) from highly ranked universities. Your background will be in Chemical Engineering or CFD, and will have substantial experience in applied computational physics / engineering using maths modelling software / simulation / FEA tools.

As an Applied Scientist / Engineer, you must be business oriented (this role has a strong client-facing element), with strong written and verbal communication skills. You will be self -motivated and -driven, entrepreneurial, have high energy, with a positive attitude, flexible nature and goal-oriented work habits. You will utilise a broad knowledge of physics, applied mathematics / engineering. You must be eligible to work in the UK.

Based in newly furbished modern offices within a vibrant high technology community, this is an outstanding opportunity to develop your fledgling career; work within a technical, client facing environment at the cutting edge of technology.

Applied Scientist / Engineer – Maths Modelling, Chemical Engineering, CFD, Computational Fluid Dynamics, FEA, Cambridge, c£28,000 to £35,000.

Keywords: 1st / 2.1, MSc / PhD, CFD, Chemical Engineering, Maths Modelling, FEA, Applied Science, Client-facing, simulation tools, computational physics.

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Key Responsibilities:

•           Work closely with the client and internal project teams to define technical direction and goals and devise creative solutions;
•           Direct multiple independent project streams;
•           Provide technical input to the project; potentially assisting in the architecting of the technical solution, ensuring integration of the different project streams, etc;
•           Ability to understand both technical and other issues that may arise in the delivery of a product and how to work to provide a solution;
•           Plan, prioritise, budget and schedule the complete work programme;
•           Liaise and co-ordinate with 3rd parties, e.g. suppliers and contract manufacturers;
•             Structure, guide and motivate the project teams to ensure delivery dates are met.

Experience & Qualifications:

We expect candidates to have a engineering, applied science or related degree. A combination of skills, e.g. physics with electronics, electronics with software, electro-mechanical, real-time control/instrumentation, would be of particular interest. 

•             Experience of successfully contributing technically to the delivery of complex, challenging, highly technical product developments;
•           A track-record of managing project teams, highly regulated or safety critical projects, technically challenging projects i.e. developing products consisting of mechanical, electrical and software elements;
•             Experience in structuring, managing and motivating the project teams, to ensure delivery dates will be met
•             Knowledge of the new product development life cycle;
•             Experience of new product/device introduction to the manufacturing environment;
•             Significant client-facing experience and the ability to achieve project sell-on in a client account;
•           The ability to deal with stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.

The following skills would be advantageous:

•              Experience of European and US markets;
•              Ability to support business development and sales activities, write proposals, etc.

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As part of a motivated team, you will work on the design and implementation of the embedded firmware and network drivers for next generation 10G network controllers - programming in C and ideally assembler on occasion.

Liaising closely with their silicon team initially, you will help to refine the design and performance models of next generation silicon devices - before progressing to the full development of production firmware and drivers.

 Ideally, your experience / skills should include:

•           Hardware/software architecture issues

•           Linux kernel and device drivers

•           Server system architectures

•           Ethernet & TCP/IP

•           Embedded systems

•           PCI-Express, server virtualization (Xen/Vmware/KVM)

•           Digital design (EDA tools, Verilog, VHDL)

In addition to a very competitive salary, depending on experience, the excellent benefits package includes share options, private health / dentistry, critical illness cover and employer contribution to pension.

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With continued growth, this leading international company now seek further Engineers to join their Applications Support team - working with their customers to help them understand, digest, tune and troubleshoot next generation networking software, written in C.  You will also work closely with the software development and test teams to investigate any issues. 

This is a highly technical role using  a substantial software code base written in C. It would suit a bright candidate – possibly someone looking to move from a software development background into their first customer focussed role - as previous application / support experience is not required. In addition to excellent written / verbal communication skills, you must have the ability to learn quickly, to provide guidance, support and consultancy to customers.

With an impressive academic background, you should have a strong proficiency in C. Any knowledge of Linux, Networking (TCP/IP/Ethernet), socket programming would be a huge advantage.

In addition to a competitive salary, depending on experience, the excellent benefits package includes share options, private health / dentistry, critical illness cover and employer contribution to pension.

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Highly regarded software company with a long-history of delivering bespoke software solutions and providing business / systems consultancy.  With continued success, they’re now looking for an experienced Product Manager with substantial consulting experience to manage a range of bespoke software products.

The Senior Product Manager will own and champion the products, driving forward the development and managing product roadmaps.  Within the Sales and Marketing team, the Senior Product Manager will evaluate each product’s potential and establish the marketing niche.

Extensive experience of successful software / technology product management is essential, as well as strong communication and consulting skills.  A good degree (min 2.1) in Computer Science or similar subject, and good working knowledge of industry standard project management methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2) are required.

Previous experience with public and private sector customers and business management systems is advantageous.

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Product Manager to play a key role in a progressive software company. This role comes with a comprehensive benefits package and is based in offices just a short walk from an historical town centre.

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They are looking to recruit a technically capable and hands-on Project Manager to work on a variety of assignments for clients in their rapidly growing Medical sector.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the development of large, complex automation systems with a surgical, diagnostic or manufacturing focus;
• Direct multiple independent project streams;
• Work closely with the client and internal project teams to define technical direction and goals and complying with medical regulatory development processes;
• Provide technical input to the project; potentially assisting in the architecting of the technical solution, ensuring integration of the different project streams, etc;
• Ability to understand both technical and other issues that may arise in the delivery of a product and how to work to provide a solution;
• Plan, prioritise, budget and schedule the complete work programme;
• Liaise and co-ordinate with 3rd parties, e.g. suppliers and contract manufacturers;
• Structure, guide and motivate the project teams to ensure delivery dates are met.

Experience & Qualifications:

We expect candidates to have a engineering, applied science or related degree. A combination of skills, e.g. physics with electronics, electronics with software, electro-mechanical, real-time control/instrumentation, would be of particular interest.  

• Experience of successfully delivering a complex medical product; ideally from concept to manufacture;
• Ability to make a significant technical contribution (e.g. system design) or overseeing the technical development;
• Familiar with NPD process development, product approvals, etc;
• Knowledge of the medical product development life cycle and medical product processes;
• A track-record of managing project teams, highly regulated or safety critical, projects, technically challenging projects, for example, consisting of mechanical, electronic and software components;
• Significant client-facing experience and the ability to achieve project sell-on in a client account;
• Experience in structuring, managing and motivating the project teams, to ensure delivery dates will be met;
• Ability to deal with stressful situations in a calm and professional manner;
• Able to support business development and sales activities, write proposals, etc.

The following skills would be advantageous:

• Experience of new product introduction to the medical manufacturing environment, particularly medical device;
• Experience of European and US markets;
• Guiding and mentoring less experienced project managers.

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A leading scientific software company seeks accomplished C# Software Engineers to develop its eco design solution.  This software will be used to reduce product environmental impacts and to manage environmental risks.

No previous experience with green technology/design or restricted substances is required, but an interest in environmental sustainability is highly desirable.

You will be working in a small team of talented software engineers designing, developing and maintaining software using Microsoft .Net Framework (C#) for the web, server and desktop. You will be self-motivated, technically accomplished, a team-worker and have a customer-focus.

Essential Requirements:

• Experience of object-oriented programming in C#
• Development of client-server or web service .NET applications
• A first class or upper second class honours degree (or overseas equivalent) in computer science, engineering, science, or maths from a recognised university

Having experience of developing database backed software, particularly SQL Server, developing interactive web sites using ASP.net, JavaScript and jQuery, and an understanding of xml and xslt/xsl-fo are all highly desirable.

Keywords: C#, .NET, green technology, environmental sustainability, eco design, top academics.

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Specific responsibilities:

As a Principal Engineer, you will be involved with hands-on product development and design of complex mechanical or electro-mechanical systems. You will contribute to multi-disciplinary projects in teams of Engineers, Consultants and Designers. You will take technical leadership of the mechanical design effort to meet the requirements of the projects as well as providing creative solutions to problems.

You will have commercial experience and awareness and with regard to technical issues, you will collaborate with both clients and other engineers on projects. Your role may include using your strong technical expertise to liaise with clients to understand their technical needs and prepare proposals which capture these requirements.

Your specific responsibilities are likely to include:
· Leading design engineers to realise your technical solutions
· Generation of concepts and layouts of systems in CAD
· Detailed design of components and products in CAD
· Tolerance analysis of system designs
· Production of detailed drawings and manufacturing specifications
· Transfer of designs to manufacture through liaison with external suppliers
· Writing technical reports and producing high quality design documentation

Minimum requirements:
To meet the demanding requirements of this role you will be a talented, creative engineer, with the ability to solve complex mechanical system problems and design ingenious mechanisms.  You will have a high level of practical experience with proven technical skills, and have spent significant time in an engineering design environment.
Knowledge of manufacture and assembly processes from one off designs to high volume manufacture is required.   A good understanding of manufacturing techniques, assembly processes and material selection is key.  Significant experience in 3D CAD, preferably Pro Engineer and Solid Works is also required.

You will have an excellent degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. 

Our client are interested to hear how your skills and experience can help them to resolve the challenges faced during the development of complex drug delivery, diagnostic and surgical systems. Specific medical device industry experience is not a requirement.

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Are you a smart iOS developer or skilled graduate with proven experience building apps for the iPhone/iPad?

Our client is building the next generation of exciting, personalised content delivery applications for the iPad and iPhone. A leader in this marketplace, they're looking to expand their team with bright new talent.

You'll have a degree in computer science, maths, engineering or a related discipline. Whether you're a fresh graduate or you've gained a little industry experience, you'll have experience building very usable iOS apps and you may well have a portfolio to show them off - you'll certainly be ready to talk in detail about one app you've built, how you made it, and why people should use it.

You'll be fluent in Objective C and familiar with the iOS SDK. You'll be taking a leading role in the company's iOS development, so you'll be ready and able to design entire apps from the ground up, including the user interface - you need to be comfortable making the most of the innovative interfaces possible with the latest mobile devices.

You'll have knowledge or experience of Agile development practices, data structures and algorithms, and modern design patterns. You'll be familiar with modern development practices including continuous integration and robust issue tracking. You'll be driven to produce the very best software, and you'll genuinely want customers to be satisfied.

This is an ideal opportunity for an iOS developer to take up a leading role with dynamic Cambridge company. A competitive salary with benefits is available to the right candidate.

Keywords: iOS, Objective C, Agile, apps, Cambridge, graduate

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With continued growth, they now seek a bright ASIC Design Engineer who can offer extensive commercial ASIC design experience - involving the design and tape-out of complex sub-system blocks such as (for example) Video CODECs, CPU subsystems, Network Controllers etc. 

In addition to a very impressive academic record, preferably in Electronic Engineering, Computing or a related discipline, you should have extensive, recent and relevant experience including VHDL / Verilog / SystemVerilog or similar and possibly some Synthesis and STA.

If you can offer specialist skills in Video CODEC design (with a deep understanding of H.264 and/or VP8 or similar video coding standards) or 3D graphics standards and their implementation (Open GL, OpenVG, DirectX) / 3D pipeline (shader processors / geometry shading / tessellation) these would be of particular interest.

Above all, the role calls for a committed and highly motivated individual who is able to make an outstanding contribution.  Along with a very competitive salary, the role offers a wide ranging benefits package.

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With continued growth, they now seek a talented Image Processing / Embedded Software Engineer for dedicated DSP devices.

In addition to a very impressive academic record, preferably in Electronic Engineering, Computing or a related discipline, you should have extensive, recent and relevant experience including a solid knowledge of Image Processing / Signal Processing – and, importantly, their efficient implementation on dedicated processors / embedded systems / SoC.  You should have excellent C / Assembler, and ideally knowledge of interfacing to, and the constraints of, hardware implementation.

If you can also offer skills in Computer Vision techniques, these would be of interest.

Above all, the role calls for a committed and highly motivated individual who is able to make an outstanding contribution.  Along with a very competitive salary, the role offers a wide ranging benefits package.

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You should be self-motivated, highly proficient in C, and keen to produce robust high-quality software. A strong knowledge of hardware / software architecture issues is essential - including awareness of the Linux kernel and device driver design. Any exposure to server system architectures, Ethernet, TCP/IP, embedded systems, PCI-Express, server virtualization (Xen/Vmware/KVM) or digital design (EDA tools, Verilog, VHDL) would be an advantage.

This is a superb opportunity to work as part of a large world-wide organisation; their Cambridge office employs around 30 people, the majority of which form the software group.

In addition to a competitive salary, depending on experience, the excellent benefits package includes share options, private health / dentistry, critical illness cover and employer contribution to pension.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Designing and developing of innovative and complex electro- mechanical products and systems
• Writing complex technical design and test reports
• Liaising and working with the client and client technical team during the course of a project
• Some supporting business development activity by providing pre-sales specialist input

Experience and Qualifications:

We expect candidates to have a 2.1 or above in a relevant engineering discipline, with appropriate industry experience.

• Mechanical design experience to include the development of new products, ideally gained within a consultancy or commercial environment
• Innovative and complex mechanical systems, manufacturing processes and analytical problem solving capability
• Experience of working in a multi-skilled environment (i.e. developing electro-mechanical products)
• Analytical skills experience, including failure prediction and tolerance analysis (e.g. FEA, moldflow, COMSOL, MATLAB and MATHCAD)
• Experience of experiment design and implementation for design verification

Experience of the following would be advantageous:

• Knowledge of transfer to manufacture, manufacture process, medical device regulations, FDA submissions, type testing
• Exposure to medical device development process
• CAD design experience (e.g. SolidWorks and/or ProE)
• Experience of managing projects or work packages to tight budgets and timescales

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Based in our client’s Cambridge office, our client seeks a Software Engineer to develop the underlying embedded software for their next generation network products, support the development of functional test software, and ensure all protocols/procedures are documented.

Candidate requirement:

• 1st/2.1 in computer science or related discipline.
• Proven experience using embedded C in a UNIX environment (should be commercial experience – some to substantial experience will be considered).
• Experience designing/implementing network protocols.
• Experience of hardware device driver development and test.
• Good understanding of digital hardware.
• "Starter-finisher” mentality.
• Experience with ATM networking, E1 and IMA would be beneficial.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading multinational company, working in a “family-feel” environment, and in return be rewarded with an excellent remuneration package.

Key words: embedded, C, drivers, UNIX development, network, hardware, digital.

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This world reknowed company provides specialist technology solutions to innovative companies worldwide. With the increasing demand for high quality medical devices this new role is for a Device Design Researcher to identify product opportunities and latent design needs for medical device development. You will be conducting design research to understand key usability issues for all stages of product development and will be presenting ideas and concept to clients that are insightful and captivating.

You must have at least a 2.1 Hons in a scientific or engineering discipline from a top university (and therefore good A level grades) and have a qualification in human factors or a related field (such as psychology or ethnography). You must have practical experience defining research, carrying out contextual inquiries; be able to collect data effectively; have the ability to identify and articulate design opportunities plus the ability to present data visually or through useful narratives and personas.

This is a unique role within this highly competitive market and comes with an excellent salary and benefits package.

Keywords: Design research, Cambridge, Usability, Human Factors, 2.1, 1st.

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As part of the research team, you would take part in the development, identification, characterisation and synthesis of new organic candidates for continual projects in new semiconductors. This would include theoretical planning and lab-based research to formulate new synthetic materials. As a key researcher, you will be expected to document details/protocols succinctly and be able to present technical data.

Candidate requirement
- PhD in Chemistry or equivalent industrial experience.
- Proven synthetic practical laboratory work, especially in organic conductive materials.
Any experience in: device characterisation, analytical tools (HPLC, NMR, AFM, SEM, optical microscopy), and cleanroom practices would be highly beneficial.

Working on cutting-edge chemistry research you will be rewarded with an excellent remuneration package. Fresh chemistry PhDs (with the relevant background!) are encouraged to apply.

Key words: organic chemistry, PhD, characterisation/analysis, semiconductor, hands-on R&D.

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In addition to your engineering degree, you will have a proven interest in automotive engineering.

Day to day activities will include:

• Operation and management of test facilities.
• Working with Senior Engineers to formulate work programs.
• Commissioning and execution of experiments.
• Analysis of data with reporting & presentation of results.

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As part of the integral R&D Support team, you will provide chemical formulations, laboratory and clean room operations, equipment support, and other required day-to-day provisions for the research and development teams. Support for R&D is throughout the day, and you would have a rotating shift pattern. Further, you must be comfortable working on parallel activities, have excellent problem solving skills, and be able to work methodically in pressurised conditions. Excellent communication (including use of MS Office) and broad practical skills would be expected.

This role requires an academic qualification (minimum HNC level) in a Physical Science (Chemistry, Physics or Material Science), with significant experience working in a research laboratory or high technology manufacturing. Knowledge or prior experience in one or more of: ink preparation, organic solvents, defect inspections, spin coating and/or encapsulation would be desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a high technology environment, working with leading research and in return have an excellent salary and benefit package.

Keywords: Support, Technician, Research, Development, Ink, Spin coating, OLEDs.

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This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Software Engineer to join an established world-leading company in wireless technology.  The successful candidate will develop handset reference designs for a range of wireless chips and pioneer novel connectivity technologies.

Key responsibilities include: taking ownership of, developing and integrating software components on handset platforms; providing support and training for tier 1 customers, regional FAE teams and internal staff to ensure production is reached as quickly as possible; and working with customers to identify their technical specifications, advising them on implementation issues, testing scenarios that concern their projects and validating software deliverables within the scope of their project.

Essential Requirements:

•            Excellent degree (2.1 or 1st) in software or electronics.
•            Proven experience in real-time embedded programming in C, Assembler, and embedded debugging techniques.
•            Good experience in C++ and scripting languages (Perl, Python).
•             Knowledge of Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, GPS or BT.
•             Wireless system level understanding with experience of fault diagnosis and rectification.
•             Customer facing and commercial awareness.

Highly Desirable:

•             Practical experience of protocol stack development (OSI layer model).
•            Handset development experience, including protocols such as TCP/IP, GSM, GPRS, EDGE or WCDMA.

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Can you offer a good Electronic Engineering or Embedded Software background, with specific knowledge of Imaging and Graphics, Image Processing or similar?  Are you keen to secure a challenging customer-facing role with the opportunity for international travel?

This is a great opportunity to work on a new project with one of our client's key customers, involved in the design and manufacture of next generation mobile devices - to support the integration of multimedia solutions within next generation mobile / embedded products.

You should have good technical skills and a broad range of experience to enable you to support the customer at all stages of a project, including: system design, hardware bring-up, software customization, porting, debugging and testing. You will have good communications skills and be able to represent the company in a professional manner at all times.

There may be the opportunity to travel with the role, potentially on an international basis and you must be prepared to travel away from home for up to ten days at a time, sometimes at short notice.

You will need to have a flexible attitude, and be comfortable in the presence of customers and working in pressurized situations, with tight deadlines to project delivery.

You should have a good Electronic Engineering or Embedded Software background, or similar, with specific knowledge of:

•  Customer facing and support
•  Embedded Linux / Android
•  Audio & Video streaming

In addition, any of the following skills would also be of particular interest: Embedded C, RTOS, ARM; Image processing, Multimedia, Open standards (Max, GL, VG, WF), Signal processing / DSP, Linux; OpenGL ES, H264; Electronics - circuit design and debug.

In addition to a competitive salary, the role carries an excellent benefits package including:

10% non contributory pension scheme

25 days holiday

Participation in the company share scheme

4 x salary life assurance

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This is a great chance for a bright Electronics Engineer - ideally with a mobile devices or IC design background - to join a top design team working on next generation silicon-on-chip (SoC) devices for market leading products.  If you want to work as a member of a team with a small company feel, but the stability of a market leading company, then this is your rare opportunity to make a real impact!

Applications include high performance mobile audio / video, imaging and 3D technologies along with wireless communications, and other emerging technology areas.

This design group does everything from specification through tapeout and bring-up to production release - working with major Tier 1 customers to bring their products to market.

In addition to an impressive academic record in Computer Science, Electronics or similar, your work experience should show an outstanding  technical expertise in the successful completion of multiple VLSI implementation projects.

Ideally, you should have proven skills in many of the following areas: Authoring system level IP specifications and microarchitectures for complex SoC's - based on marketing requirements; a  thorough understanding of up-to-date RTL design, simulation and verification methodology, tools and languages; Multimedia (video, graphics, imaging); Low power design; Verilog / VHDL, UNIX Scripts, C, Perl, Tcl.  Any experience with Embedded ARM processors would be a definite plus.

In addition to a competitive salary, the role carries an excellent benefits package including:

10% non contributory pension scheme

25 days holiday

Participation in the company share scheme

4 x salary life assurance

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Our client is developing cutting-edge instrumentation using its proprietary sensing technology, for a wide and growing range of markets worldwide. As an Electronics Engineer you will play a key role in the design and realisation of electronics systems. You'll need to solve a broad range of problems with a flexible and hands-on approach.

You will have:

•            Proven experience of electronics design, both digital and analogue
•            Good all-round understanding of electronics
•            Design for Manufacture experience
•            Practical prototype assembly and soldering skills
•            Schematic capture and PCB layout tools experience
•            Strong academic record, at least 2.1 / 1st honours degree from a top university
•            Creative problem-solving skills

The following skills/experience would help your case:

•            Switch-mode power supplies and RF
•            Electronics design for analytical instrumentation
•            Embedded processors (ARM7, ARM9) and digital design

Our client offers a great working environment and very competitive remuneration package. They have a strong belief in investing in people and a well defined process supporting individual career development. If you want to experience the buzz of an expanding high-tech company set to succeed on a global scale our client could offer exactly what you are looking for.

More keywords: electronics design, digital, analogue, Design for Manufacture, DfM, schematic capture, PCB layout, switch-mode power supplies, RF, analytical instrumentation, embedded processors, Cambridge

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Qualifications and Experience:

The successful candidate will hold a strong degree in an Electronic or Software Engineering discipline and possess several years’ technology or product development practice in mixed signal circuits and signal processing. 

An excellent understanding of analogue and digital electronic circuitry is essential together with strong experience of HDL languages including VHDL and Verilog. 

A strong understanding of UNIX and Windows OS is necessary with practical experience in the deployment of real-time embedded systems and high complexity FPGA designs.  Experience of developing device drivers and a clear understanding of kernel architecture for the Linux platform would be advantageous. 

Strong programming skills are necessary with significant experience of embedded C and C++ languages.  Knowledge of mixed language HDL simulation, including SystemC, advantageous.  Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python and Perl would be beneficial.

Knowledge of massively parallel processing utilising CUDA / OpenCL, and modern high speed bus architectures, such as PCIe, is an advantage.

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious engineer looking to develop their career in a progressive, leading edge environment.

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Our client is a leader in electronic displays, and seek an experienced cleanroom engineer to utilise past skills in liquid thin film deposition processes (spin coating or printed films) to develop innovative methods for product processes.

Key attributes:
- Degree qualified (in experimental Physics, Chemistry, Material Science or other similar subject).
- Excellent process problem solving skills and experience of designing process trials.
- Good surface science analytical technique experience.
- Good data analysis skills and ability to concisely present technical data.

Working with next generation technology, you will help bring to market our client’s key products and in return gain an excellent remuneration package.

Key words: manufacturing, thin film, spin coating, printed electronics, analysis, process trials, cleanroom.

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With continued success in their wireless systems solutions, this Cambridgeshire based company is rapidly expanding and this key appointment is for a high calibre architect level Senior Embedded Software Engineer to work on their next generation of products. This is a great opportunity to create a clean new design, making key design and architectural decisions, mentoring team members, and taking a wide range of features from ideas and requests to a successful volume product that is robust and scalable.

You must have:

• a good scientific/engineering degree or equivalent;
• extensive embedded C development in a confined resource environment;
• wide knowledge and proven use of data structures and algorithms;
• effective communication skills (verbal & written);
• proven ability and experience in technical planning, design and architecture;
• prior successful technical team lead experience;
• evangelist of version control;
• solid experience of unit and functional testing and test driven development;
• desire to drive improvements in the software process;
• natural ability and proven experience in mentoring / supervision; and
• wide experience, knowledge and interest in programming / scripting languages.

Any of the following will be very useful:

• experience / knowledge in software design methodologies (waterfall, agile, scrums);
• ability to interface with other organisations;
• ability to network or active in the wider development community;
• experience / knowledge / design experience of common protocols;
• experience / knowledge of ISM band radio / ZigBee / IEEE 802.15.4;
• practised in ESD precautions; and
• experience / knowledge of MSP430, H8, 8051, PIC, 68HC12, Cortex M0/M3.

Keywords: embedded, C, algorithms, Cambridge, Senior, architect.

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• Creative problem solving and concept generation
• Analysis and feasibility assessment informed by practical experience and modelling
• Proof-of principle demonstration in which our ideas are rapidly brought to life
• Safety-critical, including medical, design.

The successful candidates will be expected to make a solid contribution to a group with core business in patient care devices, surgical technology and industrial products.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Work with business development team members supporting sales initiatives, putting together service propositions;
• Elicit client needs and requirements, translating them into solutions;
• Work as a project manager and technical lead on projects;
• Develop solutions to challenging technical problems and take them through the product development process;
• Present results and findings to clients.

Experience and Qualifications

We expect candidates to have a 2.1 or above in physics, or a related engineering discipline.  

• Broad physics knowledge combining an intuitive understanding, analytical ability and a practical hands-on approach.   Candidates will have an enthusiasm for applying this knowledge to product development in a commercial environment;
• An area of in-depth expertise, examples of which are fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, sensors, instrumentation and electro-optics;
• System design and engineering – including: definition of complex product systems architecture, system partitioning, writing specifications, identifying and mitigating key risks in product design and development;
• Team leading experience and excellent communication skills with a desire to be client facing

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Are you a Physicist or Materials Scientist with knowledge of device analysis and statistical methods?  Our client seeks an experienced scientist to:
• Design and execute experiments to evaluate the performances and the potential of new materials either fluorescent or phosphorescent emitters or charge transporting systems.
• Design and execute experiments to correlate material and process parameters to device performances.
• With the help of modern statistical tools support the identification of correlations between materials properties, processing parameters and device performances.
• Support device fabrication and testing when required (especially in evaluating new methodology).

You will ideally have a PhD in a relevant field or have equivalent research experience in physics or material science.
In addition, you will have some of the following attributes:
• Hands-on experience of device fabrication.
• Knowledge/experience of some programming (Visual Basic, Labview).
• Knowledge of polymer systems.
• Good knowledge of chemistry (to A level or equivalent).

This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career with a leading developer of innovative, cutting edge display technology.

Keywords: Scientist, devices, polymer physics, materials, fluorescent, Cambridgeshire.

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Requirements:

With outstanding mathematical ability (to PhD level) you will have at least 2 years experience using software to solve complex quantitative problems.  You will also be able to show demonstrable interest in the financial industry.

Key skills: C#, C++, Quant, Financial Modelling.

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The skill set includes both those of a financial engineer requiring exceptional mathematical skills combined with outstanding software programming expertise.

Education:  With a history of academic excellence (top grades for all exams taken) you will have a first class degree in a highly mathematical subject from a premier university.

Software: C++/C#/.NET

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Our client is a pro-active member of the next-generation organic semiconductor community. In order to evaluate technology opportunities and threats, they seek to appoint a Technology Scout to develop roadmaps, identify funding opportunities (UK, EU and private), contribute to global standards development, and develop/maintain relationships with leading research groups and potential collaborators.

Candidate Requirements:

• PhD educated in a science related field (ideally physics or material science).
• Significant experience dealing with a wide range of technologies in an R&D environment.
• Experience in initiating projects and gaining funding awards.
• Excellent leadership skills and proven experience in managing technical programmes.
• Excellent communication and people-networking skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technology visionary to evaluate world developments in organic semiconductors and propose new projects that mesh with current company goals. In return you will be rewarded with an excellent salary and benefits package.

Key words: Organic semiconductors, PhD, roadmapping, horizon scanning, client-facing, photonics

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You will work as part of a small team designing analogue and RF circuit components for inclusion in full custom IC development.

Key Responsibilities:

The full custom architecture definition, design and layout of radio circuit sub-systems (e.g. transmitter or receiver). To contribute to the specification and design of the top-level IC architecture and to contribute to the top level IC implementation.

Skills / Experience:

Required:
· BEng (or higher) in relevant field
· 3 or more years of industrial based experience in analogue and RF circuit design and layout
· Experience in the design of radio sub-circuits e.g. LNA, PA, VCO
· Experience in the use of Analogue CAD packages

Desired:
· MEng (or higher) in relevant field
· 5 or more years of industrial based experience in analogue and RF circuit design and layout
· Experience in the specification and design of radio sub-systems. E.g Transmitter or receiver
· Experience in analogue CAD support or PDK development

As a small team, they wish to recruit self-motivated people who enjoy the challenge of solving complex problems. Experience in the design of lower power, high performance RF circuits would be an advantage. Some of the analogue design areas in which they are currently working include:

· LO generation
· RF transceiver design
· Data converters
· Power management and chip infrastructure

Our client will consider applications from both experienced engineers and more junior engineers with the motivation to increase their design knowledge.

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As an experienced Hardware Engineer, you will have used a variety of electronic components and appreciate the variance of different makers and suppliers. Utilising your key understanding of components for hardware design, you will take responsibility of review requests for new parts including secondary sourcing, generation of specification for custom components, inventory, and participation in design reviews (including cost analysis). You will further have authorisation in ECOs (Engineering Change Orders), and manage component End Of Life (EOL). 

Requirements:

• Proven experience in hardware design.
• Current network knowledge of electronic component manufacturers and distributors.
• Strong technical understanding on RF/electronics components.
• Experience in PLM tools use (ideally Agile or Omnify & Sage) is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with industry standards and qualifications of electronic parts.
• Basic working knowledge of test equipment (including spectrum analysers, frequency testers, and solderability testing).

This is an excellent opportunity for a proven hardware engineer to provide key assistance to design teams, and utilising their knowledge of electronics components companies. Strong proven experience is needed, as the role requires the successful candidate to be contributing on day 1 but flexibility on responsibilities will be considered dependent on profile of the successful candidate. In return you will be awarded with an excellent remuneration package including top benefits.

Key words: Components Engineer, standards, PLM, configuration management, procurement, RF, electronics, hardware design, analogue, digital.

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This is a great chance for a bright VLSI / Silicon-on-Chip Design Engineer to join a top design team working on next generation Silicon-on-Chip (SoC) devices for market leading products.  If you want to work as a member of a team with a small company feel, but the stability of a market leading company, then this is your rare opportunity to make a real impact!

This design group does everything from specification through tapeout and bring-up to production release - working with major Tier 1 customers to bring their products to market.  Applications include high performance mobile audio / video, imaging and 3D technologies along with wireless communications, and other emerging technology areas.

In addition to an impressive academic record in Computer Science, Electronics or similar, you should offer relevant experience in the successful completion of multiple VLSI implementation projects. This will include authoring sub-system level IP specifications and test plans for complex SoC's - based on engineering specifications and marketing requirements. You should also have a thorough understanding of up-to-date RTL design, simulation and verification methodology, tools and languages.

Any experience in the following areas would be beneficial: Multimedia (video, graphics, imaging); Low power design; Verilog; UNIX Scripts, C, Perl, Tcl; Working with Embedded ARM processors; Synthesis, STA, constraints.

In addition to a competitive salary, the role carries an excellent benefits package including:

• 10% non contributory pension scheme
• 25 days holiday
• Participation in the company share scheme
• 4 x salary life assurance

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This top technology consultancy provides innovative scientific engineering solutions to leading companies worldwide. Continued expansion in the medical devices sector means their medical devices solutions team needs a Medical Human Factors Expert who will be working to implement best practice human factors and ergonomic tools in the development of medical devices and systems.

With both a qualification in human factors, ergonomics, design or related field such as psychology and a 1st or 2.1 degree in Science or Engineering from a good university ( including good A levels), you will have practical experience in a broad range of human factors and ergonomic principles and methods, and their role and application in regulated environments. With a strong interest in medical devices you will, ideally, have experience of the relevant human factors standards and documentation applied to medical device development, and experience of industrial design and the ability to present ideas visually.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within this challenging technology sector within a dynamic, innovative consultancy environment.

Keywords: Human Factors, Standards, Regulatory, Medical Devices, Cambridge, 1st, 2.1

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This is a delivery role, not a research role.

The successful candidate must be able to

• think clearly through to a practical solution.
• make decisions in a timely manner, based on sound fact and data.
• know when you are over analysing / over complicating the solution.
• actively expand your knowledge of the inkjet process to enhance your ability to deliver robust solutions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A good degree (2:1 or 1st) in a Scientific/Engineering discipline (e.g. Physics, Mechanical Engineering).
• Ability to convert analysis into robust theories/tools/models that can be practically exploited in the product design.
• A good understanding of the physical properties of fluids would be highly advantageous.
• Experience of ink jet printing, in particular printhead technology would be highly valuable.
• Demonstrable track record of applying analytical techniques to solve real-world engineering problems.

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As part of the RF team, you will play an important role to provide full functional analysis of RF products and associated circuits, and maintain that products comply with ISO9000 accreditation.

Candidates will have:

- Background in electronic engineering, ideally degree qualified.
- Knowledge of RF test equipment (spectrum analysers and network analysers), and calibration of test equipment.
- Hands-on skills to solder/rework fine pitch devices.
- Experience with programming languages (eg: C/C++/Python/Linux), RF circuits in the GHz range, and high frequency cabling would be highly desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on, methodical engineer to provide solutions and analysis of RF problems; and in return gains an excellent remuneration package.

Key words: RF, test, debugging, electronics, GHz, networks, wireless, calibration.

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As part of a R&D team, you will characterise novel OTFTs with regard to process procedures and performance.  You will have hands-on responsibilities to develop within a Cleanroom facility, analysing novel materials (and keeping accurate records), and prioritising promising leads for IP.

Candidate requirement:
- MSc/PhD in Physics, Physical Chemistry, Engineering, Materials Science or other relevant subject.
- Proven experience researching in polymer or molecular electronics, and/or thin film transistors (ideally in a commercial environment, although substantial academic projects will be considered). Cleanroom experience would be expected.
- Experience of thin films characterisation and deposition.
- Use of surface analytical methods (optical, atomic force and/or scanning electron microscopy).
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading player in the field of plastic semiconductors, utilising your proven expertise in novel electronic materials – and in return gain an excellent remuneration package.

Key words: thin film, characterisation, analysis, SEM, AF, optical microscopy, material science, thin film, cleanroom.

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They are a small but buzzing and energetic company that is passionate about leading the pack by creating technology that’s useful and fun for millions of users around the world. 

The role is suitable for a graduate with an outstanding academic record and ideally a couple of years of commercial hands-on coding experience. With a good numerate degree (2:1 or above) from a top university you should have a strong knowledge of software principles and excellent problem solving skills.

Any exposure to scripting using languages such as Perl or PHP, along with previous programming experience in a Linux environment would be a definite advantage.  However, if you are just stunningly bright, ambitious, enjoy coding and are keen to learn – then apply now!

Salary depends on experience.  The role also carries a range of additional benefits along with the obvious advantage of joining a successful and rapidly growing UK Internet success story.

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Managing an established technical team, you will provide leadership and be a technical authority to guide, coordinate and instruct ongoing development; and solve technical issues arising from automotive customers’ business requirements. You will direct development processes efficiently, be a key point-of-contact for customers and other business units, and also help sales and marketing teams win contracts. 

Candidate Requirements: 
•          Good engineering degree from a top university, providing a wide knowledge base rather than just core competence.
•          Extensive experience with software project management and/or team management.
•          Proven software development experience using C/C++/ASM capability, in an embedded system, including understanding of professional software quality and product release procedure.
•          Deep understanding of modern computer architecture.
•          Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of: wireless system technology and validation testing and/or certification; hardware/software components and top level/system issues; in-vehicle systems for infotainment and rear seat entertainment; or hardware knowledge and experience of working with IC verification would be highly desirable.

Utilising your key project management, software engineering background and “go-getting” personality, you will gain real job satisfaction in leading and coordinating product development. In return, you will be rewarded with an excellent remuneration plus benefits package, working in modern, open-planned offices.

Keywords: Software Development, Management, Project, Automotive, C/C++, Embedded, Assembler, Client-facing, Coordination.

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This company has a global presence and their Cambridge team develops leading information exchange software for blue chip clients worldwide. You will play a major role in the specification, design, implementation, test and review of software modules for new and existing products. You will develop and test software modules to meet the product requirements specified by Product Management under the direction of the Software Development Manager, and contribute to the development of product innovations and new product specifications under the direction of the Project Manager/Software Team Leader, working with other team members and people from other departments as appropriate.

With a degree in a relevant computer science related subject, you must have experience of at least two of the following:

- Embedded systems programming,
- Cryptography and computer security techniques,
- Internet software application development,
- Electronic commerce,
- Computer Security, and/or
- the use of formal software testing procedures and systems.

You will have good knowledge of programming for multiple platforms and environments including UNIX and Windows, a good working knowledge of the design and implementation of large or significant products using one or more of C, C++, C# and/or Java, a good awareness of scripting languages and development tools, an appreciation of the use of cryptography in IT security, an awareness of Internet technologies, protocols and standards, and an appreciation of relevant Quality (ISO9000) requirements and processes.

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

Keywords: Cambridge, C, C++, C#, Java, UNIX, Windows, Cryptography, Security, Embedded, E-Commerce, Internet Software.

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This growing company is a company focused on wireless connectivity, designing devices from specifications to production.  These devices always incorporate technologies such as Bluetooth, Wifi and Zigbee.  Their customers range from global brand-name companies to smaller start-ups developing advanced innovative products. This key role is for a Hardware Engineer to design new products and then the printed circuit boards for any product they develop for their customers.  You will design production ready PCBs for products like headsets, car kits, connectivity solution, modules (typically these will incorporate an application processor and a connectivity element such as Bluetooth, Low Energy Bluetooth, Wifi or others).

You will have full responsibility for working with PCB manufacturers and ODMs to ensure the products are successfully and quickly taken to production. You will be brainstorming with team to propose solutions for customers needs, assisting sales with customers’ proposals and working with the software engineers to make sure the hardware fits software needs. Other responsibilities include running and maintaining the PCB design tool software and to manage the PCB design tool libraries. You may  progress to a senior role managing customers and/or become leading experts in your field.

Degree qualified (or with equivalent industry experience) you will have:

- excellent PCB Design skills, including RF layout (Altium preferred design package)
- excellent PCB layout reviewing skills, include RF layout;
- be a starter finisher, well motivated and able to manage own time;
- be a good communicator;
- well organised and proactive; and
- be able to multi-task.

Keywords: Hardware, Electronics, PCB, RF, High Frequency, Cambridge, Altium.

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This small company produces innovative image and data processing software for the life sciences industry.  This new role is for a graduate to join their team in a computing/IT role focusing on web and product development. You will primarily be helping to improve their online presence and assisting development of their products and internal systems.

They have several web-based systems that they are constantly building upon, including their main company website and their internal systems for project management, document control etc. You will take on much of the responsibility for developing these further. There will also be opportunities to contribute to product developments. This could range from assisting with development on web and desktop applications to creating data reporting systems using SQL.

Our client operates an internal management system to the international standard ISO9001. This standard sets out the quality requirements for an organisation, whose business processes range all the way from design and development, to product, installation and servicing. The majority of sales are made internationally and their clients range from universities and research institutes to multi-national corporations and government agencies.

Whilst computer skills are central to the role, a computer science degree is not absolutely essential if you have developed relevant skills whilst studying a different discipline.  You will have experience of writing standards-compliant XHTML/CSS code and using object-oriented programming languages such as PHP.

Although they develop primarily in PHP/Javascript and Oracle PL/SQL, knowledge of specific languages is not critical if you can demonstrate a good understanding of the concepts of object oriented programming.  You will have a large degree of freedom in how you go about your work, and as such the role can be tailored to your own unique skill set.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate web developer to join a growing scientific company.

Keywords: XHTML, CSS, PHP, Javascript, Oracle, PL/SQL, Object Oriented, OO, Web development.

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With a good degree in software engineering your role will be to design, develop, test, document and debug their world leading software.  With experience in C/C++ and Perl, gained in a UNIX environment, your knowledge will include internet and networking technologies.

Key skills: C/C++, UNIX, Linux, Internet & Networking technologies.

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Highly motivated and able to operate independently, you will have an impressive academic background and at least a decade of industrial experience.  Extremely capable across a broad range of engineering disciplines, you will have a good understanding of the design process from ideas to production, and be capable of inventing ingenious solutions to difficult technical problems where no standard solution currently exists.

Expert knowledge (essential):
• High speed digital communications over wire and/or optical fibre (up to 1 Gbps)
• Digital hardware design and testing for FPGAs and CPLDs using VHDL or Verilog and associated EDA tools
• Analogue to digital sampling circuits and anti-alias filtering
• Real-time embedded software design and implementation on ARM 32-bit micro-controllers using C or C++.
• Practical high-speed digital circuit prototyping skills
• Design for medium volume production, including boundary-scan testing (JTAG)
• Experience of working with contract manufacturers

Useful knowledge (but not essential):
• Ethernet (and EtherCAT), CAN and CANopen (or deviceNet)
• Multidrop LVDS, PCI express, USB on embedded devices
• Digital filters and noise shaping
• Use of simulation tools such as SPICE and MatLab
• Embedded operating systems (such as Linux) and/or RTOS
• Windows PC software development (particularly device drivers)
• High reliability or safety critical system design
• Inverter or motor control

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Our client is a market leader in wireless cutting edge technology providing solutions to blue chip clients worldwide.  They seek a technically-experienced customer-facing engineer to provide advice and help to Tier 1 customers through creation and maintenance of technical and political relationships. As Senior Applications Engineer you will liaise with assigned Tier 1 clients, working without supervision, and take responsibility of customer relations through facilitating and managing customers’ expectations and satisfaction. In addition, you will provide guidance and support to junior team members, and be able to readily travel to visit clients to maintain/improve communication channels.

You will be able to prioritise, diagnose and resolve customer problems, as well as issues that junior members are unable to resolve. This can be through political as well as technical solutions – and maintaining key working relationships. You will also develop VM, Native and firmware patches; provide a source of technical excellence for customers; create reference designs, application notes, white papers, reviews, and evaluations of HW and RF for clients; develop and project manage new software or hardware solutions; communicate technical information on new products; create and present training courses to customers; feedback customer needs to Company products and solutions; and keep abreast of new specifications from clients that could influence Company’s  product design and developments.  You will have key expertise in one technology area such as: VM, firmware, PCB layout or RF technologies.

You will have: an Engineering degree with 5+ years experience with embedded hardware and software debugging (using PC software tools, power supplies, oscilloscopes, DMM and logic analysers); good knowledge of wireless technology standards; understanding  of hardware/software components; responsibility to “own” problems and fix them; the ability to make decisions (technical and political) without supervision; diagnostic and analytical skills when limited information is available; dynamism and friendly attitude with commercial awareness; and strong interpersonal, written and verbal English skills.

The following attributes are desirable: knowledge of wireless system validation testing/certification; hands-on experience of capturing/analysing air traces using wireless sniffers; knowledge of memory architectures; experience in bringing customer designs into production; applications engineering in a semiconductor environment; Bluetooth and/or WiFi 802.11 experience; Headset support role; knowledge of UNIX based environments and/or other programming/scripting languages (Python, Perl, C++, Labview); knowledge of Assembler; knowledge of DSP programming, codecs, acou Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.']]> This exciting young company are developing game-changing web technology, offering their customers (household name online media companies) and end-users access to more smartly targetted, relevant information.

Due to expansion, our client is looking for an experienced, motivated software developer to joins its development team. You will work principally on web back-end infrastructure, to meet the demands of a rapidly expanding customer base. Working with major customers on projects to deliver new functionality and services, you will ensure our client's software services are scalable, robust and effective.

You'll have a strong academic background and track record of delivering high quality software, with extensive experience of software development (with C, C++ or Java, ideally in a Linux-type environment). This will be coupled with strong experience of web technologies (particularly MySQL, but also HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XML, PHP etc).

Good interpersonal skills and team working abilities are essential.

This is a fine opportunity to join a small, fast growing business, and be part of the core technical team developing software as a service solutions to meet the needs of blue-chip clients.

Contact us now to find out more.

Keywords: software developer, software engineer, back-end, web technologies, software as a service, SaaS, information retrieval, web search, web crawling, C, C++, Java, Linux, MySQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XML, PHP, Cambridge

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This high profile, international engineering systems company specialises in the development of sensor devices and analysis systems for use in hostile environments.  Their clients include leading blue chip automotive, industrial and utility companies.

They are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to work in their Cambridge development office within multi-disciplinary teams on development projects and customer-driven projects.  You will take designs from conception and experimentation through the prototyping and testing stages and ultimately to established manufactured products.

You will be resourceful and versatile, able to take ownership of a wide variety of tasks and to work well with others across disciplines and develop broad knowledge and expertise around the company’s products and technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Individual mechanical projects including concept design, preparation of detail drawings, co-ordination of sub-contract manufacture and test/evaluation.  For some projects this may also include prototyping and/or final assembly.
• Mechanical projects will include the design of data loggers, thermal protection systems and jigs and fixtures.
• Production support including new product introduction, resolution of quality issues and verification of changes.
• Mechanical technical support for Sales and Marketing as required.
• Working to documented procedures and suggesting improvements.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Ideally a degree qualified Mechanical Engineer with an understanding of thermodynamics and structure mechanics.
• Must be able to demonstrate a strong practical engineering understanding as well as good academic skills.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in design role using a 3D/2D CAD package, preferably SolidWorks & AutoCAD.  Graduates with considerable SolidWorks experience will be considered.
• Experience designing injection mouldings, machined parts, and the fabrication and packaging of electronics.

You will also be self-motivated, able to work both independently and as an effective part of a team.  With good communication skills, you will be able to plan projects and work to tight timescales.

Keywords: Cambridge, mechanical, design, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, thermodynamics, structural mechanics.

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This highly innovative company has seen considerable growth in recent years and this new role is for a Test Engineer with a keen eye for detail.  You will undertake basic mechanical assembly and test of electronic boards in an inkjet printing environment; assist in the maintenance of a production facility; and input data into computerised records.  Other duties will include assembly of prototypes, repair and rework of boards, manufacturing of cable assemblies, ordering of components and maintenance of print systems.

You will contribute to test procedures and undertake trials / analysis.  It is essential that you be computer literate, have experience in practical assembly work and have at least a basic knowledge of electronics.  This is an ideal opportunity to gain experience in the design of bespoke test equipment and advance your electronics and test skills.

Keywords: Test, electronics, mechanical, Cambridge, production, inkjet.

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Are you an experienced embedded software engineer who thrives on challenge, looking for a new role in a dynamic, fast-paced working environment?

Our client is an expert in leading edge system-on-chip solutions for a variety of applications including multimedia consumer products. They have an opening for a talented individual to join an extremely strong technical team of engineers.

As well as a relevant degree from a top university, you’ll have a proven track record developing embedded software. You will be equally at home using your excellent mathematical and modelling skills in high level packages such as MATLAB, and writing optimal well-designed code close to the metal in C/C++ and assembler. A pragmatic and effective problem solver, you’ll have the experience to work on COFDM/DAB/FM drivers, embedded comms, audio codecs and protocols.

You’ll be commercially aware, and ready to take on technical leadership responsibilities on small, focused projects where your expertise and motivation will help drive a strong team of your peers. You’ll also be ready to help our client continue to do things the right way via peer code and design reviews, and by mentoring and supporting junior engineers.

In addition to a competitive salary the role offers a wide and attractive range of benefits including Pension, Private Healthcare, Life insurance, Share Options and Childcare vouchers.

Keywords: Embedded, C, C++, Assembler, MATLAB, COFDM, DAB, FM, audio, multimedia, Cambridge

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This company has a global presence and their Cambridge team develops leading information exchange software for blue chip clients worldwide. You will play a major role in the design, implementation, test and review of software modules for new and existing products. You will develop and test software modules to meet the product requirements specified by Product Management under the direction of the Software Lead Engineer, and contribute to the development of product innovations and new product specifications under the direction of the Project Manager/Software Team Leader, working with other team members and people from other departments as appropriate.

You will have good knowledge of programming for multiple platforms and environments including UNIX and Windows, a good working knowledge of the design and implementation of large or significant products using C, C++, and either C# and/or Java, a good awareness of scripting languages and development tools, an appreciation of the use of cryptography in IT security, an awareness of Internet technologies, protocols and standards, and an appreciation of relevant Quality (ISO9000) requirements and processes.

With a degree in a relevant computer science related subject, you will ideally have experience of at least two of the following (although good engineers working on just 'smart stuff' will be considered): 

•             Embedded systems programming,
•             Cryptography and computer security techniques,
•            Internet software application development,
•             Electronic commerce,
•             Computer Security, and/or
•            the use of formal software testing procedures and systems.

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

Keywords: Cambridge, C, C++, C#, Java, UNIX, Windows, Cryptography, Security, Embedded, E-Commerce, Internet Software.

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Our client is an innovative semiconductor chip developer, and they seek a Design Engineer to verify and sign-off ICs for tapeout; contribute to infrastructure and automation of digital physical design flows; evaluation of new implementation and verification tools; work independently and as part of a team, liaising with other groups such as analogue digital design, packaging and IP providers; and contribute to the definition and implementation of strategies to optimise power, timing and area of ICs.

Candidate requirements:

• Excellent honours degree from a leading institute.
• Relevant experience of digital implementation and verification.
• Scripting skills in a Linux environment (experience in use of scripting for automation and understanding of tools and libraries involved for DSM implementation is highly beneficial).

Further attributes would be ideal: Familiarity with Synopsys implementation and verification tools, Verilog, Perl, TCL, Shell scripts, Makefiles and version control tools.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a junior IC design engineer to join a leading company and help develop their next generation electronics, and in return gain a highly competitive remuneration package including excellent benefits.

Key words: IC, mixed signal, digital design, scripting, Linux, automation, verification, simulation, 1st/2.1, electronics, hardware.

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You would be joining a small but growing team, so you should be flexible and ready to turn your hand to a range of tasks, whether internally or working directly with customers on their technical requirements. You should be a highly self-motivated, energetic character, equally at ease in a team or working independently.

You will be part of a team of electronic and software engineers so experience of working with power electronics is essential. The task requires elements of thermal and mechanical design and some materials science.

Ideal candidates will be of exceptional calibre with an impressive technical background. You will have strong skills across a broad range of engineering disciplines, have a good understanding of the design process from ideas to production, and be capable of inventing ingenious solutions to difficult technical problems where no standard solutions currently exists.

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Using the latest technologies, you will be writing code for hardware control and automation for high content data handling – working with leading researchers and engineers in both academia and industry to realise novel bio-analysis solutions. You will implement data analysis and signal processing algorithms –developing key IP value.

Candidate requirements:
- 1st/2.1 degree from a top ranked university in engineering, applied science, mathematics with some commercial software experience, or a highly talented computer science graduate with a strong scientific interest.
- Significant experience in multithreaded C#/.NET in a Windows environment (could be substantial academic projects or ideally commercial application development). Strong knowledge of C/C++ would be beneficial.
- Strong understanding of code optimisation for high speed data acquisition/processing, and hardware control (experience of device driver development would be beneficial).
- Experience in FPGA/GPU programming would be advantageous.
- Enthusiasm and ambition!

This is a superb opportunity for a graduate/junior developer to gain commercial experience in the heart of UK’s technology centre – Cambridge. Working on leading technology, you can be part of an exciting development process and drive the research of the company.

Keywords: C#, .Net, C/C++, Algorithms, Multithreading, 1st/2.1, Optimisation, Drivers, Hardware control, Data acquisition.

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This innovative company develops leading edge solutions for consumer internet and mobile search applications.  With new growth they now seek an experienced C++ Software Engineer – they will consider bright graduates with industrial placement using C++ – you will have worked on large scale platform architectures in high performance teams before, and are ready for the challenge of delivering exceptional code in a fast moving startup environment. You are excited by solving complex problems in large code bases and working with other technical teams to create world class products. 

Responsibilities will include: maintaining production code and contributing to deployment and QA processes; designing and developing high performance, test-driven code to meet system requirements; involvement at all levels of development, including designing and developing significant new architectural systems and improvements.

You will have a good degree in Computer Science or related subject and C++ development experience.  You will also have experience with relational databases, preferably MySQL; distributed systems; Python; large scale platform architectures and working from technical specifications. Ideally you will also have STL and/or Boost experience.

This is an ideal opportunity to join this growing company working on leading edge software.

Keywords: C++, RDBMS, MySQL, Python, Cambridge, Boost, STL, TDD.

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You will become a valued part of an innovative and successful company - working alongside very bright and motivated design / development engineers within a real "techie" environment. You will gain experience and training across all aspects of the software development lifecycle before moving into a core software development role.

Your initial period would involve extensive "on the job" training - working with the software test  group to understand the test process, the automation group to gain experience developing unit / system test harnesses, and gaining experience on field issues / release updates and assisting in pre-sales prototyping.

You will then move to a suitable core development role that suits your interest, skills and business needs - as part of a small motivated team, working on the design and implementation of software for next generation 10G network controllers. You will gain expert level skills in C and assembler programming, Python scripting and Networking technologies.  Obviously, any prior skills and knowledge in these areas is a major advantage.

The role simply calls for highly numeric, motivated graduates who are keen to rapidly progress their careers.  You must of course have an outstanding academic record (top level qualifications from a leading University) and a real interest in pushing the boundaries of network technology.

In addition to a very competitive salary, depending on experience, the excellent benefits package includes share options, private health / dentistry, critical illness cover and employer contribution to pension.

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This innovative company develops leading edge solutions for consumer internet and mobile search applications.  With new growth they now seek an experienced Lead Software Engineer. You will be highly analytical, entrepreneurial and fearless, open to scrutiny and passionate about delivering exceptional software. You will have built development teams before and know precisely who you need to hire to maintain a high performance development team and a strong, delivery-focused and collaborative working culture. You will have experience leading and working with others on complex problems in large code bases, and you will be ready to directly influence their platform, scaling and products.

Responsibilities will include: taking charge of a development team and building it out as they scale; involvement at all levels of code production, including designing and developing significant new architectural systems and improvements; slotting in seamlessly with the engineering leadership team and working closely with other technical and product teams; liasing with customers and partners; defining, tracking and analysing metrics and making this information and your recommendations available to stakeholders.

You will have a good degree in Computer Science or related subject and substantial commercial software development experience including several years in a team leadership role. Your strong C++ development experience will ideally include STL and Boost. You will also have experience with relational databases, preferably MySQL; distributed systems; Python; test driven development; large scale platform architectures and working from technical specifications.

This is an ideal opportunity to join this growing company working on leading edge software.

Keywords: C++, Lead, RDBMS, MySQL, Python, Cambridge, Boost, STL, TDD.

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They are currently looking for a Software Engineer.

The successful candidate will have:
* An excellent Engineering related or Computer Science degree
* Experience using C/C++
* Database design skills, including experience of MySQL/SQL Server
* Experience in manufacturing support
* Good communication skills and interpersonal skills
* Attention to detail
 
Experience in the following is desirable and would be an advantage:
* C#
* NI LabView in a factory environment

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Qualifications and Education Requirements:

We envisage that the ideal candidate will have an excellent track record, with at least a 2.1 or equivalent from a leading university, in a related discipline, a Masters or PhD would be advantageous.

Essential Experience and Skills:

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and be a strong team player
· Be able to demonstrate insight and innovation
· Proficient user of mathematical tools, for example Mathcad, MATLAB
· Experience of numerical tools such as FEMLAB or similar would be advantageous
· Knowledge of image and signal processing would be advantageous
· Knowledge of real time systems
· DPS knowledge
· Knowledge and experience of mathematical physics

Preferred Skills:

This will be a demanding role that would suit someone who enjoys variety, the ability to apply their skills in new and different areas and capable of “learning on the job”.

It is hoped that candidates have a flexible and adaptable approach to work. This role would suit someone with an enquiring mind willing to learn more about how projects are operated and delivered.

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To meet the requirements of this role you will have:

• An excellent first degree or PhD in electrical or information engineering, physics or related discipline
• A strong grasp of physical concepts, and how physics applies in real world situations
• Strong mathematical skills
• An imaginative and inquisitive mind, be eager to learn new skills and to develop solutions for interesting and complex problems
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, especially in writing technical documentation and specifications

In addition, experience of the following will also be beneficial:

• Experience of digital ASIC or FPGA design and implementation using VHDL or Verilog
• Board-level circuit design
• Analogue and /or digital electronics
• Information theory
• Writing programs in python, C or C++
• Signal processing or algorithm design
• Matlab programming

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This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with the ambition and ability to achieve excellent results in a highly demanding industry, and to find novel and radical solutions to new and existing problems under tough commercial and time restraints. You will be using your strong technical skills to make a significant contribution to development projects, from initial concepts through to final delivery. This will include:

· Concept generation
· Analysis and development of system architectures
· Detailed design of analogue and digital electronics
· Working closely with our clients, other engineers and technicians to implement detailed design solutions
· Specifying, designing and executing experimental programmes with teams of engineers, scientists and technicians
· Developing and building proof-of-concept prototypes
· Writing technical reports and producing high quality design documentation

Minimum requirements

· To meet the demanding requirements of this role you must have:
· An excellent first degree in electronic engineering or physics
· Strong technical skills, with key strengths in analogue electronics
· A genuine passion for electronics, and engineering in general
· A creative approach to problem solving and concept generation
· An appreciation of the use of engineering analysis in product development
· Relevant, post graduate experience (PhD or Industrial)
 
In addition, qualifications and experience in the following areas would be beneficial:

Signals and sensor engineering
Audio engineering
An ability to apply Matlab / Simulink as a design and simulation tool
Digital electronics design
Microcontroller and embedded control systems design
Embedded software design and implementation
A post-graduate qualification, preferably with a high level of practical or industrial experience
An understanding of design for manufacture (DfM) and design for test (DfT)
Experience in managing new product introductions, either in-house, or using electronics manufacturing service providers (contract manufacturing partners)
Future prospects
Cambridge Consultants is committed to developing its employees’careers and has a flexible policy for individual capabilities and preferences. Promotion is linked to merit.

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This is a great opportunity for an engineer with the ambition and ability to achieve excellent results in a highly demanding industry, and to find novel and radical solutions to new and existing problems under tough commercial and time restraints. You will be using your strong technical skills to make a significant contribution to development projects, from initial concepts through to final delivery.

This will include:
· Concept generation
· Analysis and development of system architectures
· Detailed design of analogue, digital and power electronics
· Working closely with our clients, other engineers and technicians to implement detailed design solutions
· Specifying, designing and executing experimental programmes with teams of engineers, scientists and technicians
· Developing and building proof-of-concept prototypes
· Writing technical reports and producing high quality design documentation

To meet the demanding requirements of this role you must have:
· An excellent first degree in electronic engineering or a related discipline
· Strong technical skills, with key strengths in power electronics
· Microcontroller and embedded control systems design
· A genuine passion for electronics, and engineering in general
· A creative approach to problem solving and concept generation
· An appreciation of the use of engineering analysis in product development
· Relevant, post graduate industrial experience

 In addition, qualifications and experience in the following areas would be beneficial:
· Digital electronics design
· An ability to apply Matlab / Simulink as a design and simulation tool
· Embedded software design and implementation
· Thermal management control and design
· Use of analytical CAE tools
· A post-graduate qualification, preferably with a high level of practical or industrial experience
· An understanding of design for manufacture (DfM) and design for test (DfT)
· Experience in managing new product introductions, either in-house, or using electronics manufacturing service providers (contract manufacturing partners)

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The primary responsibility of this position is to lead the technical aspects for the support for customers whose business involves the design of digital hardware for  high performance numerical computation.

You will be using your product knowledge and industry experience to engage with customers and understand their workflow; you will then work with them  to demonstrate how the use of software tools can improve their engineering processes.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must have:

A good first degree from top tier university (a PhD is advantageous)
At least 2 years of system-level design of digital hardware for numeric applications (FPGA / ASIC)
Knowledge of VHDL or Verilog, and experience using EDA tools for hardware design, implementation, and verification
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.

In addition, experience in the following areas will be advantageous:

Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing, Communications, and/or Control algorithms
Knowledge of hardware development processes for safety-related applications, eg DO-254
Experience working in a customer-facing role.
At least 2 years of MATLAB or Simulink experience

A great opportunity to join a world leading team.

Key skills: Client Facing, ASIC, FPGA, VHDL, Verilog, Matlab, Simulink, DSP.

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As Hardware Development Manager, you will provide system level validation for hardware performance; be the technical authority to resolve issues relating to system integration and test; oversee all hardware applications from conception to production; manage multi-functional teams (chip-level design, RF, schematic design, hardware test); appreciate technical standards when developing; and be a technically respected representative of our client when meeting tier 1 customers (some travelling to customer sites both domestically and internationally).

Candidate requirements:

• Good relevant Degree with extensive experience in a related commercial position.
• Experience in: developing/debugging complex SoC devices; PCB design and layout for RF; hardware designs for SoC devices.
• Use of test equipment in analytical and de-bug scenarios.
• Software knowledge – embedded C, DSP and scripting languages.
• Broad knowledge of wireless protocols.
• Excellent communication skills.

Further attributes are advantageous: Soldering and fine mechanical assembly skills; Development/Applications Engineering in a semiconductor environment; Knowledge of common digital interface standards (SPI, USB etc.); Wireless system hardware design, validation testing and/or certification.

This is an exciting opportunity to manage a multi-site team working with:  State-of-the-art silicon SoC devices, new markets, and radio technologies.  The work will span both internal development and collaborating with lead customers on initial designs.  The ideal candidate will have a “can do” attitude and will enjoy the challenges of a fast-paced environment.

Key words: hardware design, RF, SoC, client-facing, wireless, PCB, embedded C, DSP, scripting, project management.

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We are looking for someone who has:

· Commercial experience in a Technical Trainer position.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Methodological, consistent approach - especially under pressure.
· Practical, accurate and precise.
· Ability to build excellent working relationships with external and internal customers.
· Self-motivated
· Able to work as part of a team whilst taking ownership for significant personal tasks
· Ability to prioritise tasks in-line with business requirements and deliver to tight timelines

Experience required:

The successful candidate will need to have demonstrable experience in a similar role and will need to be able to show that they have the ability to both prepare and deliver effective training programs of a highly technical nature.

Essential:
· Proven track record in the delivery of customer training programs in a technical environment
· Excellent communication skills both written & oral, including presenting materials and facilitating work in small groups
· Demonstrable experience of creating training material and content, either via adaptation of existing documents and training materials or by starting a fresh and creating material from scratch.
· Full working knowledge of the training cycle
· Be able to convert technical information into easy to understand language
· Demonstrable technical gravitas
· Strong technical background

Desirable:

· Previous experience in a software development role.
· Knowledge of Content Delivery Networks.
· Previous experience of delivering training courses in a networking environment (TCP/IP, IP, etc.)
· Awareness of web media and streaming technologies such as Flash, Silverlight, Adaptive Streaming etc.

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• Optimise investments in Product Development
• Clearly articulate product roadmaps and plans to senior management and strategic accounts
• Communicate highly technical features and functionality to less technical business and financial decision makers
• Understand and interpret market requirements through Product Marketing, Strategic Partners and Customers
• Integrate competitive, business and resource considerations to develop product plans that lead in the market place
• Understand and interpret real-world deployment and troubleshooting requirements
• Delegate and monitor engineering and operational activities to teams throughout the organisation.

Essential Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Product Manager
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification and / or experience
• MBA or CIM qualification
• Extensive knowledge of wireless technologies
• Strong experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders
• Background in business customer related areas e.g. engineering, sales, operations, customer service and senior management
• Direct experience managing resources
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation, interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Excellent leadership, organisation, communication and decision making skills, judgement and technical knowledge
• Strong marketing experience

This is a great opportunity to make an impact leading cross-functional and cross-organisational projections in one of the world leaders in wireless technology.

Keywords: wireless technology, semiconductors, senior product manager, leader, marketing, wi-fi, bluetooth, audio devices, cellular applications.

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Our client seeks a Principal RF Systems Engineer to provide the technical lead in the evaluation of new highly integrated mixed mode CMOS silicon circuit designs. The successful candidate will work on wireless and audio technology designs in collaboration with design teams and tier 1 customers. The candidate will develop a broad knowledge and also gain a specialised understanding of a particular radio standard - with this detailed knowledge being leveraged to assist in the system design of future products.
Key responsibilities will include: Ownership for assigned tasks; Guide engineers in RF Systems tools; Understand methods for testing analogue circuits in a digital chip; and possible Line management depending on experience.

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, highly intelligent, able to think laterally and appreciate the systems view whilst paying attention to details. Consideration will be given to outstanding RF applicants with little or no experience of silicon evaluation (or similarly has extensive silicon / IC experience with limited RF experience). It is paramount to see candidate's potential rather than what they have achieved - training will be provided to help broaden their knowledge and skills base.

Person Specification 
•           Outstanding academic record (1st/2.1 degree) with top A-levels or equivalents
•           Excellent problem solving skills and ability to deliver tasks on schedule
•           Able to collaborate effectively with other technical staff
•           Ability to provide technical feedback for future design iterations
•           Fluent in writing software (ideally in Perl / Python and coding in an embedded environment) - this role is still hands-on in coding
Further attributes would be desirable: Awareness of analogue/digital design in mixed mode ASICs; Knowledge of C/Matlab/Verilog and its use in a test environment; Knowledge of analogue design tools (CMOS); Extensive experience in analogue and RF design; Line management experience or taking a technical project lead of a team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented RF / Silicon Engineer to work for a prestigious wireless company. This position will consider less experienced RF engineers with top academics if they can show high potential for this role.

Keywords: RF, Wireless, Radio, Silicon Evaluation, CMOS, System Design, Digital / Analogue, Chip, Test

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This leading technology consultancy works with blue chip clients worldwide.  This group develops real world solutions to a wide range of industries and needs a high calibre Physicist / Algorithm Engineer to work on technically demanding projects.  You will be working on signal processing and software development from requirements capture and system level design through to detailed implementation; participating in client interfacing, communication and technical programme lead; and contributing to the growth of their business.

You will be a Physicist/Algorithm Engineer with a 1st or 2.1 degree from a top university, plus a track record in algorithm development; experience of system level design and the modelling of real-world systems using MATLAB or similar tools; and, ideally, experience of C/C++ and embedded electronics.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a high calibre, experienced engineer to work at the cutting edge of technology.

Keywords: algorithm, physics, Cambridge, consultancy, C, C++, Embedded, MATLAB.

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As Development Test Engineer, you will take responsibility the investigation and further development of novel Solar cells and modules – solving problems, developing appropriate test protocols and hardware, organising and executing the test schedule, preparing and testing devices, and recording, analysing and understanding the results

You should have proven experience of working in a laboratory environment to evaluate complex samples. Of significant advantage would be familiarity working with solar cells (ideally organic solar cells).  Experience with complex data analysis tools, report generation / databases would also be an advantage.

As with most start up companies, flexibility and adaptability will be vital.

This is a rare opportunity with great potential.  In addition to a competitive salary the role also offers a range of benefits including share options.

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This growing company is seeking an experienced multidisciplinary scientist / engineer to support the development of innovative systems and technologies for biotechnological and medical applications.  You will be expected to make a solid contribution to a group with core business in diagnostics, bio-instrumentation and surgical technology. You will immediately engage in a technically and commercially stretching environment; contribute to and lead technically demanding technology projects; and effectively integrate with a talented team of like-minded people.

You must have a 1st or 2.1 class degree in a relevant scientific / technical discipline (biomedical sciences, chemistry, physics, engineering, materials) with pertinent multidisciplinary doctoral and/or employment experience; a focus on system development; intrinsically high levels of motivation; excellent communication and presentation skills; a good mixture of analytical, experimental and creative capabilities; and a strong interest / track record in medical device development.  You will have experience in at least one of the following:

Diagnostic device development
· Biosensors (e.g. electrochemical, optical, etc.)
· DNA analysis (e.g. molecular diagnostic devices, sequencing tools)
· Point of care systems
· Microfluidics
· Application of nanotechnologies
· Implantable devices
Bioprocess system development
· Novel bio-analytical tools
· Development of disposables
· Process modelling

Keywords: Biosensors, Microfluids, Nanotechnologies, Bioprocess, 1st, 2.1, Cambridge.
 
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This highly innovative group is part of an international software and communications house and develops secure information and communication systems for a wide range of sectors.  Projects include architecture design, security and encryption product development, evaluation and certification preparation and through-life management services.

This key role is for a Programming Consultant and includes developing security applications in JEE and C; developing and managing solution design documentations including high and low level design documents, using case documentation, and test plans and build systems; onsite deployment of JEE solutions into a secure data centre; and integrating with staff and resources from other parts of the organisation if necessary.

You will develop and maintain a classified national security system; deliver (project manage and also technical contribution) projects within time, cost, quality constraints; and deliver security analysis within large project/code review opportunities.

With a good academic background including a degree in a relevant technical subject you must have experience in Enterprise Java Development including EJBs, JMS Messaging, Jboss and JPF; and experience in standard Java and general programming, including generics, design patterns and code optimisation. Additional experience with the Maven build system, including optimising dependencies and resolving dependency conflicts, writing custom plugins, and controlling the generation of artifacts and websites as part of the build would be preferred.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in this dynamic development environment at the cutting edge of technology.

Keywords: Java EE, C, EJB, JMS, Jboss, Maven, Cambridge, security, encryption.

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Our client have always strived to be a “green” company, and they are very proud that their sensors play an increasingly significant role in important environmental issues.

They are currently looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join their team.

Duties:
· Responsible for mechanical design for new and existing products and associated test and manufacturing equipment. Reporting to the Principal mechanical Engineer.
· Provide mechanical design services at all stages of new product development.
· Commission prototypes, and oversee handover of mechanical designs.
· Working on the transfer of products BOMs to their new ERP system.
· Maintain existing product designs.

Qualifications / Experience:

· A good degree in Mechanical Engineering
· 3+ years designing electro-mechanical instruments for manufacture
· ProE, injection moulding, & materials selection expertise
· BOM structure experience
· Proven design-for-manufacture track record
· Solid theoretical, analytical and experimental grounding
· Competent machine tool operator (drill, lathe, mill) able to produce prototypes & test gear in-house
· Flair, energy, insight, judgment, creativity, team-skills
· Experience of scientific instruments or science skills preferred
· Problem solving ability; a passion for engineering and innovation

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Your primary role will be to work on cutting edge technology developments in the field of medical product development. The position will require you to work as part of a high calibre multi-disciplinary team to deliver complex electronic systems for world-leading medical products. You will have the opportunity to be involved in all stages of the development lifecycle, from initial concept generation through to final delivery and support.

As a system lead, you will be involved in definition of the electronics and software architecture and liaison across other engineering disciplines, as well as interfacing with clients and analysing requirements.  You will be expected to partition the system architecture effectively and to provide technical leadership throughout implementation, adhering to development practices consistent with medical device development. 

Minimum requirements
· An excellent degree in a relevant engineering discipline, as well as significant experience leading electronics and software teams 
· Be confident working on mixed-signal architecture developments and capable of partitioning systems and understanding tradeoffs
· Have a broad understanding of both electronics and software and be capable of abstracting specialist technical contributions 
· The ability to demonstrate enough technical depth to provide mentoring and genuine technical leadership in a highly analytic environment
· Possess good commercial awareness, be comfortable presenting your work and interacting with clients, and have excellent communication skills
· Have a meticulous approach to documentation and a good understanding of the full product development lifecycle and associated processes.  Relevant experience within the medical device or other regulated industry would be advantageous
· The ability to work on multiple assignments, and to deliver work within prescribed timescales and specifications

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As a Senior member of the Quality team, you will audit suppliers involved in key assemblies (test and wafer foundaries) including analysis of data using statistical methods, verification and corrective action reports. You will have a deep appreciation of current legislation for environmental regulations, and provide authority in this area to enable client products meet required criteria.

Candidate requirement:

• Degree in electronics, physics or similar subject.
• Proven experience in semiconductor quality requirements, assembly and/or processing.
• Strong network in manufacturing (ideally in the semiconductor supply chain sector), so optimisations and innovations can be transferred and implemented.
• Knowledge of supplier quality requirements and management systems.
• Knowledge of product environmental compliance including regulatory requirements (RoHS, REACH, etc...).

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Quality engineer to provide guidance and contribute to next generation products, and in return be rewarded with an excellent remuneration package.

Key words: quality, semiconductor, audit, analysis, regulations, environment, compliance.

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They are now seeking talented, bright Software Engineers. Successful candidates will be dynamic and self-motivated, and able to turn ideas into reality on their own or as part of a team.

You'll have experience of large-scale commercial software development, and good knowledge of C++ and the STL, coupled with a good degree in a numerate subject from a top university.

Any of the following are desirable:
· Understanding of digital logic design, from FPGAs or ASICs
· Knowledge of ASIC design flows, especially Synopsys, Cadence, Magma
· Commercial Java experience, especially GUI development
· Experience of Verilog (VHDL is partial substitute)
· Unix (Linux, Solaris), Windows XP and MS Office
· Significant technical ability in the EDA / low power space or other related area

A competitive salary, good benefits and stock options are on offer, and a range of experience will be considered, from Graduate to Senior Software Engineer level.

This is a superb opportunity with a fast-moving, dynamic company.

A competitive salary, good benefits and stock options are on offer, and a range of experience will be considered, from Graduate to Senior Software Engineer level.

Keywords: Software Engineer, Software Engineering, C++, STL, 2.1 Hons, 1st Class Hons, digital logic design, FPGAs, ASICs, ASIC design flows, Synopsys, Cadence, Magma, Java, GUI Verilog, VHDL, Unix, Linux, Solaris, Windows XP, EDA, Cambridge, share options

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You will be responsible for providing:

· strong technical leadership for the group, in terms of design, analysis and production code
· robust, modular and flexible technical solutions that provide great value to our customers
· technology assessments that help drive product direction

This position will require excellent object-orientated design and programming skills, strong inter-personal and communication skills, whilst working within a global development group.

This established, leading edge scientific software company develops agile text mining tools for life science, business and media sectors.  This new role is to work on the development of high quality software and associated documentation & support for their product suite.

With a very strong degree in Computer Science, Mathematics or similar numerate subject from a top university (i.e. with very good A level grades as well), you must have excellent object oriented programming skills in C++.  Ideally you will also have good programming skills in other languages e.g. C, Java, Javascript, Python and Perl; cross platform development experience on Linux and Windows; commercial experience with the full software development lifecycle including: specification, development, documentation, testing and maintenance; and experience with typical industry tools including interactive development environment, software version control, build systems, testing frameworks and bug tracking systems.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a stimulating, highly innovative software environment where you can extend your career.

Keywords: OO, object oriented, C++, Cambridge, 2.1, 1st, PhD, Windows, Linux.

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Due to expansion of business requirements, an Internal Applications Developer is sought to join this leading Cambridge product company to maintain and develop in-house web based applications, particularly tracking systems and external portals.

You will have proven experience using web technologies (PHP, AJAX, Apache, SQL, Oracle, HTTP, HTML, Javascript), with a track record in software development; good understanding of web-based architectures and software development methodologies. You will be highly motivated, be able to work independently, and demonstrate excellent problem solving skills.

Further desirable attributes: C#, Java; Perforce / Source Code Management systems; Perl; OO design; Javascript libraries; PHP frameworks; and database design.

Working in an open-planned progressive environment, you will be part of a dynamic, high-technology company - and be rewarded with an excellent remuneration package.

Keywords: Web technologies, tracking systems, applications, software development.

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As Standards Architect, you will represent our client in the evolution of relevant wireless technology markets by influencing the development of industry and global regulatory standards/specifications that our client works within, liaising with stakeholders in the company and external customers, and keep all relevant parties abreast of current developments.

Key responsibilities include: maintaining key relationships between stakeholders and standards committees to provide clarity of information and technical guidance to ensure current research is aligned with expected market development through short term steering and long term roadmapping; collaborating with standards committees to develop, prototype and maintain standards/specification development processes; managing lobbying and promotion activities through relationships with key people; disseminating information to promote standards/specifications in-house; and representing the company publically as a technical authority.

Person Specification - Required 
•          Experience of working with communication specifications including a thorough understanding of protocol stacks.
•          Understanding of embedded software architecture, designs and considerations.
•          Skilled at technical review (analysing specifications and detecting weaknesses including interoperability issues) and writing (creating/contributing to specifications and processes).
•          Willing to travel internationally, working independently away from the office.
•          Diplomacy and excellent oral and written communication skills (technical authority to effectively present to a range of audiences), and highly diplomatic relationship creator (able to work in close co-operation with competitors, clients and customers and develop excellent working relationships).
Further attributes desired: Experience of wireless communication specifications; Proven record working in standards development organisations and contributing to standards/test specifications/processes; and Experience of matrix management (responsibility for resources outside direct line management tree).

With a proven ability as an influencer of wireless standards, this is a fantastic opportunity for a specification authority to represent and direct future strategies for this leading company.

Keywords: Wireless, SDO, Steering Committees, Specifications, Lobbying, International Travel, Roadmapping, Strategy.

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Keywords: Database, Data Analysis, Script, Java, SQL, IT Systems.

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This growing, highly innovative company specialises in the development of automation and robotics systems for drug discovery applications.  They are looking to increase their internal resource of extremely capable engineers with multi-disciplinary experience and, as such, are looking for the very best graduates / PhD’s in 2011.

You must have very strong A levels in technical subjects (ideally all A grades but no less than mostly A’s with the rest being B) plus a 1st Class Hons from a top university in Electronics, Mechanical Engineering (with a strong software element) or Computer Science (with a strong hardware element).  If you have subsequently gone on to do a PhD you must also have this level of achievement at undergraduate level.

You will be highly practical with multidisciplinary project work and, ideally, industrial experience work within your academic studies and/or vacations.

Our client is looking for the very best people so, if you feel this is you, then we look forward to hearing from you.

Keywords: Graduate, PhD, 2011, 1st, Electronics, Mechanical, Software, Cambridge.

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This highly innovative, successful company works with blue-chip clients worldwide.  This department works on a range of solutions including development of micro-mechanical, piezoelectric, fluidic and optical devices for markets ranging from healthcare and opthalmics to printing and consumer products.  This key role is for a bright, enthusiastic, hands-on chemist or materials scientist with both an aptitude and interest in commercial development.  You will have excellent academic credentials, broad specific aptitude and interests, an intuitive grasps of fundamental scientific principles, and demonstrable drive and commitment.

You must have an excellent academic background with A’s & B’s as a minimum at A level, at least a 2.1 Hons in Chemistry or Material Science from a top university and a PhD from a leading institute.  You must have experience in formulation chemistry (in particular inks) and/or materials science applied within a commercial environment, with experience in one or more of the following areas an advantage: ink formulation; plastics properties, modifications and selection; biochemistry and biosensing; user-material interaction; piezoelectric materials; adhesive formulation and selection. You must have good communication skills and be happy participating and leading client meetings, communication and management.

Keywords: Chemistry, Material Science, 2.1, 1st, PhD, Cambridge, Fluids, Optics, Piezoelectric, Consultancy.

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Our client is an innovative product company who is seeking a proven Software System Architect with a background in wireless communications technologies to provide directional leadership for an intrinsic development team. The successful candidate will own the group’s system architecture – creating an optimised system to meet requirements from the company’s development, operations, and business units. This will include keeping abreast of external standards requirements and client needs.

Candidate requirements:

You will be degree educated with experience in wireless communications, and developing host and embedded software in a protocol stack; have strong technical leadership for architecturing complex systems in multi-layered environments; have mentored junior team members; and have a deep understanding of software development methods and design techniques/approaches. Ideally you will have gained professional body membership to the IET or IEEE, and have participated in standard bodies or industry groups for wireless technologies; understand relevant international regulatory frameworks; and have a development background in VLSI digital hardware using Verilog/VHDL.

Working on leading technology, you will take ownership of the system platform. In return you will be rewarded with a highly competitive salary and benefits package.

Keywords: Architect, Systems, Wireless, Standards, IET, IEEE, Embedded, Protocol Stack, Team Lead, Mentoring, Technical Authority.

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• Good commercial experience
• Working knowledge of at least one of the following: ASP.NET, Classic ASP, VB, VB.NET, C#, Javascript or VBscript.
• MySQL Server
• Excellent telephone manner for customer relation/support

Preferable experience:

• Database design
• MS Access

This role carries a competitive salary and good benefits.

Keywords: Customer Facing, Support, Software & Web Development, VB.NET / C# / VB, Databases, Cambridge

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Knowledge:

• Chemistry / Biochemistry graduate or a similar field.
• Working Knowledge of chemical and biological hazards and decontamination processes desirable.
• Practical experience and understanding of analytical techniques such as HPLC & GCMS.
• Knowledge of how to work safely within test environment in accordance with Health & Safety procedures / COSHH guidelines

Experience: 

• Graduate Degree (2:1 or equivalent) in appropriate field (Chemistry / Biochemistry).
• Relevant analytical experience (in particular GC-MS & HPLC).
• Experience of working within established procedures to ensure goals and objectives are met with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate an ability to deliver within a changing and robust environment.