You'll need:

* A good degree in a relevant subject from a red brick university

* Experience (whether personal or commercial) developing very usable web applications

* Excellent written and spoken English

You'll be:

* Highly capable in raw JavaScript programming (without the need for any frameworks or toolkits)

* Skilled with Ajax, HTML and CSS

* Familiar with Linux command line tools and source control systems

If you have experience of one or more of the following, that's a plus:

* jQuery, Prototype or a similarly broad and capable high level JavaScript library

* HTML5 concepts such as local storage and drag and drop

* PHP

* Common software design patterns and architectures

* SQLite or other database systems

A further plus is if you can show online examples of your work, or open source projects to which you have contributed.

The company is able to consider graduates as well as junior and senior developers; salaries range from £25k to £45k depending on experience, and benefits typically include a pension, private health care, income protection, life assurance and the company-wide bonus scheme. We'd love to hear from you.

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With this high-tech company who are world leaders in their field.

Due to expansion, our client is urgently seeking a junior User Experience / User Interface Designer. Your role will involve designing the User Experience (UX) associated with our client's high-tech products, improving the usability and brand consistency of User Interfaces (UI) for control and safe operation.

Our client's products are complex, networked devices used in a variety of sectors worldwide. The User Experience Designer will design the user interfaces, forging good working relationships with marketing and engineering staff and – from time to time – meeting with customers.

Skills sought:
- Designing user interfaces for touch screens, tablets and web applications
- JavaScript / HTML5 / CSS web template design
- Modelling the content and navigation of user interfaces
- Ability to create specification documents from a wide range of inputs
- Good communication skills

In return you'll receive an excellent benefits package and have the chance to develop your skills in a high-tech environment.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional recent graduate!

Keywords: User Experience, User Interface Designer, UX, UI, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, Cambridge

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Due to expansion, our client is seeking a committed Technical Support Engineer to join a growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented individual to take an active role in providing a first class support service to customers, while influencing changes and improvements to the product suite.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include logging, answering and resolving support queries by phone and email, taking ownership of technical software problems, reproducing and resolving software issues and interacting with management in escalating any difficult issues.

You'll have a good understanding and experience of providing excellent customer service, in a role with direct customer contact.

Strong technical ability is required, ideally including a knowledge of mobile technology, multiple operating systems and computer networking principles. Of course you will also need excellent problem solving, communication and teamworking skills.

The position carries an attractive package including a competitive salary, a 35 hour week (with an on-call working requirement), and generous benefits including share options, contributory pension and private healthcare.

Key skills: technical support, customer support, mobile comms, networking, problem solving, communications, Cambridge

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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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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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Only the best need apply – this position is with a prestigious blue-chip company who seek a Data Analyst / Modeller who can offer an impressive academic record (2.1 / 1st or PhD in Science, Engineering, Mathematics or other similar analytical or numerate subject from a top university) with excellent interpersonal / communication skills and the ability to articulate complex problems in an easy to understand way. Any specific experience of data modelling in Excel and programming (SQL & Visual Basic) is an advantage.

Your role will be highly analytical, focusing on data analysis, and improving / developing algorithms, systems or processes – including the identification and analysis of business issues, and the implementation of workable solutions.

In addition to a competitive basic salary, the role carries an impressive, comprehensive benefits package and superb career progression opportunities.

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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.

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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 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.

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Our client develops unique visual software solutions for global events. As part of their growth, they are looking for a Junior / Graduate C++ Developer with strong experience / exposure in vision processing. Joining this small but internationally recognised company, you would gain significant experience in full life cycle product software development, contribute to the written code for bespoke solutions; liaise with different teams; as well as implement new development ideas.

Requirements for the Junior / Graduate Engineer:

-           Excellent academic pedigree, showing a strong history of achievement (mostly A’s at A-level + 1st/2.1 in a Science / Engineering Honours Degree).

-           Experience in writing C++ code and using CUDA and OpenCL. Please detail projects you have contributed / worked on.

-           Exposure or interest in vision processing / image processing / computer vision.

Graduates / developers with limited commercial experience or current students who will be graduating later this year are encouraged to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to kick-start your software development career with a well-respected company and in return gain commercial experience in software development and contribute to leading tracking software solutions. Junior / Graduate Vision Processing Engineer – C++, Tracking Software, Image Processing, CUDA / OpenCL, Computer Vision. Basingstoke, c£30,000 DOE.

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

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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Our client is a small, friendly group that is part of an international company. They develop software to predict and improve the perceived quality of delivery of voice and, increasingly, streamed video content.

Due to expansion, they are looking for a bright Video R&D Engineer to join their team. This role would suit a recent graduate or a 'second jobber'.

You'll be a graduate in Electronics, Software Engineering or similar, with at least a relevant project and ideally some related commercial experience.

Essential:

•             Knowledge of networking / protocols
•             Proficient in a high-level programming language: ideally C, or C++, C# or Java
•            Initiative and problem solving
•            Ability to work in small, dynamic team

Any of the following would be a big plus:

•             Multimedia systems, eg speech, audio, or video coding, video streaming, video telephony, IPTV, conferencing systems and related protocols
•            IP networks, eg IP network architectures, voice and video over IP systems, encryption, media transmission and signalling protocols such as RTP, RTSP, SIP, H.323, MPLS
•             Databases: relational database design, MySQL, PosgreSQL

This role will suit someone looking for an R&D environment with a small, friendly company 'feel', but backed by a multinational player. This is coupled with the chance to work on software that has a direct impact on the experience of hundreds of thousands of users worldwide, and excellent benefits including:

•             Company Bonus scheme
•            25 days holiday
•            7% company contribution to pension
•            Life insurance, travel insurance
•            Private medical and dental insurance

Keywords: Video R&D Engineer, voice, video, quality, network protocols, comms, C, C++, Java, C#, multimedia, speech, video streaming, video telephony, IPTV, conferencing systems, IP networks, VoIP, video over IP systems, encryption, media transmission, signalling protocols, streaming, RTP, RTSP, SIP, H.323, MPLS, relational databases, MySQL, PosgreSQL, graduate, MEng, PhD, Suffolk, excellent benefits

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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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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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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 is a small, friendly group that is part of an international company. They develop software to predict and improve the perceived quality of delivery of voice and, increasingly, streamed video content.

Due to expansion, they are looking for a graduate Software Developer to join their team.

You'll be a graduate in Electronics, Software Engineering or similar, with at least a relevant project and ideally some related commercial experience.

Essential:

• Highly proficient in a high-level programming language: ideally C, or C++, C# or Java

• Initiative and problem solving

• Ability to work in small, dynamic team

Any of the following would be a big plus:

• Full software development lifecycle

• Web front end / user interfaces

• Multimedia systems, eg speech, audio, or video coding, video streaming, video telephony, IPTV, conferencing systems and related protocols

• IP networks, eg IP network architectures, voice and video over IP systems, encryption, media transmission and signalling protocols such as RTP, RTSP, SIP, H.323, MPLS

• Databases: relational database design, MySQL, PosgreSQL

This role will suit someone looking to work in an environment with a small, friendly company 'feel', but backed by a multinational player. This is coupled with the chance to work on software that has a direct impact on the experience of hundreds of thousands of users worldwide, and excellent benefits including:

• Company Bonus scheme

• 25 days holiday

• 7% company contribution to pension

• Life insurance, travel insurance

• Private medical and dental insurance

Keywords: Video Development Engineer, voice, video, quality, network protocols, comms, C, C++, Java, C#, multimedia, speech, video streaming, video telephony, IPTV, conferencing systems, IP networks, VoIP, video over IP systems, encryption, media transmission, signalling protocols, streaming, RTP, RTSP, SIP, H.323, MPLS, relational databases, MySQL, PosgreSQL, web, graduate, MEng, Suffolk, excellent benefits.

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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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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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Due to expansion, they are seeking a bright technical support consultant to join a small team helping customers to make best use of their products.

Supporting desktop and web tools, you will answer queries from the technical users via phone and email. Given the nature of our client’s tools and the size of their customer base, there will be relatively few support queries but most of these will be quite technical. Here you will provide constructive and added-value advice: guiding users to the information they want, helping them make sense of their data and educating them about what the software can do.

In addition to software support you will be joining a team that is responsible for face-to-face training, distributing software updates and handling licensing enquiries.

You will need excellent communication skills and a strong engineering, scientific or mathematical background. Previous experience in a support, programming, technical authoring or software testing role is beneficial but not essential. A bright and enthusiastic fresh graduate with some teaching or customer-facing experience will be considered, as well as those with commercial experience. The most important characteristics are initiative and a proven ability to learn quickly on the job.

Our client offers 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.

Key words: software support, technical support, customer support, Cambridge.

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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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High-calibre team developing investment software in a leading global professional services company seeks a talented Junior SQL Software Developer. With continued growth and offices world-wide, the dedicated team successfully retain that inclusive small company feel.

The investment software team develops a wide variety of applications – platforms for financial modelling, data hubs and web-based knowledge management solutions – and works in close collaboration with investment consultants in an agile environment.

The Junior Software Developer will contribute to the full development lifecycle, from gathering client requirements to developing and releasing the end product and providing training; and will have the opportunity to take ownership of tools from an early stage.

The Junior Developer will need an excellent science or mathematical degree (minimum 2.1 Hons) from a top ranked university. Good commercial SQL development experience, such as creating stored procedures / functions / triggers, query optimisation and data schema design, is required.

Beneficial:

•             Experience in the investment industry.
•             Previous experience working with databases.
•             In-depth knowledge of SQL, VBA, C#, MATLAB, ASP.NET.
•             Microsoft developer certifications, or CFA / FIA qualification.

Apply today for this sought-after career-step with a highly-respected global company!

Keywords: SQL, VBA, C#, MATLAB, ASP.NET, Excel, databases, Junior SQL Software Developer, finance, financial, investment software.

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This growing company is at the forefront of business software development for clients across a wide range of sectors.  This new role is for a bright individual to be involved in developing and maintaining internal tools to support these development activities, as well as providing assistance to projects as required. You will be happy to use the most appropriate language for the task and where necessary to learn new languages and operating systems.  Many of the projects are Java on Linux but new projects may use a variety of platforms.

This role will suit a recent graduate, or an engineer with some commercial experience, and you will have:

• Excellent academic qualifications including a 1st or 2:1 from a good university
• A passion for technology and an ability to pick up new concepts and technologies quickly
• The ability to apply your knowledge and problem solving skills to real problems and to deliver robust solutions both on your own and as part of a team
• Experience using both programming and scripting languages, including Java and Python
• Experience using a variety of computer systems including Linux or UNIX systems and have sys admin skills
• An ability to communicate technical information to other members of the team and to help them make the best use of the tools and facilities available

Any experience in web development, relational databases, .Net, system programming or automated test tool development will be beneficial but not essential.

This is an excellent opportunity to start your career in a dynamic development environment.

Keywords: Java, Python, Linux, Unix, sys admin, Oxford, 2.1, 1st, graduate, software.

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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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Our client is at the cutting edge of mobile software, specialising in new ways of paying for, and promoting, services people really want. Their leading solutions are taken up by top tier companies and fit seamlessly into the lives of many happy customers. Due to the demand for their services, and the range of exciting products they're developing, our client is looking to expand their mobile development team.

Whether you're a rising star or a seasoned professional, you'll be a software developer with one or more years of experience in the field of mobile applications for business use. Whether or not you have a portfolio of mobile work, you will have produced at least one application for Android or the iPhone/iPad, so you'll know Java, J2ME or Objective C.

You'll have a good, relevant degree, preferably in computer science or engineering. You'll be adaptable and conscientious, self-motivated and driven, ready to work both on your own and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Our client has a head office in the centre of the beautiful city of Norwich, within 10 minutes walk of the rail station, as well as a London office. For exceptional candidates who are especially disciplined and self motivated, there's a chance to work from home for a significant portion of your time, travelling to Norwich or occasionally London to meet up with the team.

This is a rare opportunity for the right candidate to join this open and friendly company, and help them develop the next generation of mobile applications. We'd love to hear from you.

Keywords: mobile, J2ME, Java, Android, iOS, iPhone, iPad, Objective C

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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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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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Leading professional services company providing best-in-class solutions to businesses world-wide now seeks an extraordinarily bright Junior Software Developer.  Join their dedicated team developing investment software and take ownership of software tools at an early stage.

With a very inclusive team approach the Junior Software Developer will have the opportunity to contribute to the full development lifecycle: gather requirements from clients; collaborate on the design of new functionality; work on the build; release to the client; provide training and support; and gather feedback.

The team builds, supports and enhances applications for a variety of areas, including: web-based knowledge management solutions; platforms for financial modelling and the associated user interfaces; and data hubs for financial market data. The framework is built on Microsoft technologies with a SQL server foundation – using ASP, ASP.Net, Office applications and C# desktop applications to interact with the SQL server.

The Junior Software Developer will need:

• Minimum 2.1 BSc in Computer Science, Maths or another Science.
• Commercial programming experience in at least one of SQL, VBA, C#, MATLAB and ASP .NET.
• Advanced Excel.

Apply today for this sought-after opportunity with a highly-respected global company offering great career progression!

Key words: Junior Software Developer, SQL, VBA, C#, MATLAB, ASP .NET, Excel, finance, investment software.

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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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With this fast growing software consulting company providing services in the areas of customer interaction systems sales force automation and electronic commerce. They employ bright numerate graduates who enjoy a comprehensive benefits package (including car and bonus) and the opportunity to work on client site anywhere in the world developing business applications. In addition to a strong academic record (including A's & B's at A level with a good technical degree) you will have proven ability to program (any C++ or Java will be a plus but the specific programming language is not so important as the practical experience) and enjoy extensive travel. The opportunities for rapid career growth mean that this is an outstanding opportunity.

Keywords: Travel C++ Java 2.1 1st Business software.

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This growing company specialises in the development of financial reporting solutions software deploying enterprise level XML filing systems. This key role is within their professional services division and working as part of a small team, you will rapidly gain project involvement. You will have the opportunity to work on the full solution life-cycle from interpreting requirements through to design, implementation, testing and release. This is a client-facing consultancy role - the successful candidate will be comfortable interpreting customers requirements and guiding customers towards robust, high-quality solutions. They are seeking either new or recent graduates who combine good accounting knowledge with an interest in applying that knowledge to software solutions. Based in their head office in Oxford, there will be travel to client sites as required, though opportunities for wider travel are expected to arise from time to time for interested candidates.

You must have:

· Excellent academic qualifications - 1st or 2:1 from one of the world's top 500 universities
· A degree in accountancy, finance or similar numerate subject
· Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
· Solid problem-solving skills, supported by a logical, methodical and thorough approach to implementation
· An understanding of the XML technology stack (XML, XML Schema, XSLT and XPath)
· A keen eye for quality and continual process improvement
· The ability to pick up new concepts and technologies quickly

The following skills and experience would also be beneficial:

· Any experience of presentation or authoring technical or financial papers
· Experience working for, or with, large public sector or government organisations
· Part or full accreditation to ACA, ACCA, CIMA or similar

Keywords: XML, Consultancy, 2.1, 1st, good A levels, Finance, Maths, Oxford.

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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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This is a rapidly expanding software company headquartered in Oxford, but with a world-wide customer base. They provide innovative software products in the area of financial and statistical reporting.

They now have a vacancy for a top-flight recent graduate to join their team of outstanding Java software engineers. Working as part of a small team, you will immediately gain project involvement. You will have the opportunity to work on the full software development cycle from interpreting requirements through to design, implementation, testing and release.

You will have:

An exemplary academic record: 2.1 or above from a Top 20 university in Computer Science, Maths, Physics, Chemistry or other scientific discipline containing considerable computing content plus outstanding A Levels in appropriate, supporting subjects

Key skills include:

Strong Java knowledge; good understanding of OO principles; and excellent problem solving and team fit skills. Any XML will be a real plus.

Keywords: Java, graduate, 1st, Oxford, software.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate / Junior software developer to join an internationally recognised company, developing leading visual software solutions. Utilising excellent analytical and problem solving skills, you will join a progressive team, taking responsibility and contributing to projects through production, execution and maintenance of software / test plans / technical documentation.

Key requirements:
- Excellent academic background with 1st/2.1 Class Honours Degree in Computer Science or a scientific / engineering subject with a large programming component, with good A-levels (or equivalents).
- Previous project experience writing code in C++, with experience using DirectX. Any further exposure to HLSL would be highly beneficial.
- Strong interest in virtual / augmented reality software development would be ideal.
- Details of any hobby / personal projects in programming in any mainstream OO language would be of great interest.

Applicants who are about to graduate later this year are encouraged to apply. Do note that applicants must be either UK or EU nationals, or have the right to work in the UK already. For the right applicant, this could be a great start to your career – working with like-minded engineers who are passionate about the product they develop and have the opportunities to work on very leading edge technologies. Graduate / Junior C++ Developer – Microsoft DirectX, Computer Science, 1st/2.1, HLSL. Basingstoke, c£30,000 DOE.

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This leading technology firm, specialising in building solutions ranging from large databases to pattern recognition systems for large media companies worldwide, now seeks a talented Software Developer to join its high calibre web team.  Their role offers stimulating project work and great career development prospects – along with the opportunity to learn from some of the brightest computer scientists in the industry.

An impressive degree in Computer Science (min 2.1 from a recognised university) and excellent programming skills (C#, HTML5, JSON, SQL Server or XML) are essential. The Software Developer should ideally have: experience of analysing large volumes of data; familiarity with pattern recognition; and developing clean well-structured code.

Knowledge of the following is advantageous: .NET, Agile development, AJAX, ASP.NET, JavaScript, MVC, Oracle, SQL Memcached Distributed Systems, Subversion, Mercurial, WinForms.

Keywords: Software Developer, graduate / postgraduate, Junior / Senior, JSON, JavaScript, C#, SQL, web development, HTML5, SQL Server, XML, .NET, Agile, AJAX, ASP.NET, MVC, Oracle, distributed systems, subversion, Mecurial, WinForms, Central London.

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A superb opportunity for a bright graduate, PhD or 'second jobber' to join a young company developing innovative, energy-saving technologies.

With this early-stage company, based in Oxford. A range of experience will be considered, from fresh graduate or PhD to more experienced engineers. My client is seeking really smart, enthusiastic people. You MUST have top academic qualifications (Oxbridge calibre) including a 2.1 or 1st Class Hons degree in Engineering, Applied Maths, Physics or similar numerate subject.

In terms of the specific job role, you will join a research team working on our client's core technology. You must be dynamic and capable of working without constant supervision.

Programming familiarity is useful to help in the analysis and development of new algorithms, but this is not a software engineering job - extensive programming experience is not a pre-requisite.

However, any of the following would be a plus: MATLAB, Python, C, C++, artificial intelligence, signal processing (DSP).

In addition to competitive salaries, a generous package is offered.

This could be the opportunity you've been waiting for - contact us now to find out more!

Keywords: engineering, mathematics, maths, physics, algorithms, signal processing, DSP, energy saving, green technologies, 2.1, 1st Class Hons, PhD, C, C++, Python, MATLAB, Oxford, graduate

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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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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 at the forefront of entertainment technology, through their innovative image tracking / processing solutions. As part of their company growth, they are expanding their team and looking for a bright, amiable software graduate with ambitions to travel, as work with tier 1 clients will be located across the globe. Recent graduates or final year CS degree students are encouraged to apply.
 
Candidate requirements:
- Strong academic background: 1st/2.1 in Computer Science (or degree subject with a heavy CS content) from a top university and excellent A-levels (ideally A’s in Maths and Physics, or equivalents).
- Strong use of C++ (ideally substantial project work).
- Some commercial software experience (including internships / summer placements) is desirable. Hobby software development projects are also looked upon favourably.
- Positive attitude and happy to travel (up to 80% of the role will be travelling / working on client sites).
- Vision / Image Processing experience would be beneficial but is not essential.

Working with like-minded, innovative team members, this is an excellent opportunity to work on highly visible technology (impacting millions of people), and also provide you the chance to use your passport as a globe-trotting Applications Software Engineer. C++, Graduate, Travel, Vision / Image Processing, Computer Science. Basingstoke, North Hampshire, to c£32,000 DOE.

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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 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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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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This is an exciting opportunity to join a superb company based in central Cambridge and enjoy considerable responsibility from an early stage.

A bright team player, with solid, demonstrable programming and problem solving skills you will be expected to make a full and significant contribution. There is scope for innovation, introducing new product ideas and for good career progression.

With an excellent academic record (2.1 or 1st Class degree in Computer Science) you will have strong C++ skills (ideally Java too) and excellent oral and written communication skills.

An understanding of any of the following would also help your case:

•  network programming, protocol design, compression, security and multithreaded programming

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

Key skills: C++, Java, graduate, network programming, protocol design, compression, security, multithreaded programming, Cambridge

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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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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 highly innovative company develops next generation mobile graphics device architectures capable of performing vast amounts of numerical algorithms.  Unparallelled verification technology is key to accelerate the development of reliable hardware and this position is to make a fundamental change in their testing strategy. You will have access to various hardware groups, software teams, verifications and maths intensive algorithms.

You will be based within a group responsible for optimising mathematically intensive hardware (although no prior hardware knowledge is required). You will be responsible for exploring ways of proving correctness of the system level C++ models via software, simulation or formal proofs, performing error analysis on hardware implementations and advising on modifications.

With an outstanding academic background (a PhD in an engineering or maths subject, plus at least a 2.1 Hons from a top university and top A level grades) you must have a solid mathematical background, excellent problem solving skills and knowledge of C/ C++ programming.  Knowledge of HDL coding, numerical error analysis and IEEE 754 floating point standard will be very useful.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join this highly regarded, cutting edge development company.

Keywords: Mathematics, C, C++, Verification, Hertfordshire, PhD, 2.1, 1st, HDL.

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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 an award-winning company developing an innovative software product for thousands of happy customers world-wide. With continued success they’re now looking for a bright Software Developer to join their motivated team in their brand new Edinburgh office.

This is an excellent opportunity for a smart developer to apply their skills across the full development cycle – driving features from design through to deployment. Raw potential and enthusiasm is key and outstanding candidates from junior up to senior-level will be considered.

The Software Developer will develop the front-end and back-end at web applications in Ruby, and have responsibility in gathering requirements and planning the implementation of new initiatives. Applicants need a solid software development background (ideally in Ruby / Rails, but not essential), a proven track record of developing high quality web applications and experience of constructing SQL (preferably using MySQL).

A good degree in Computer Science from a recognised university is required. Knowledge of web security concepts (XSS, SQL injection), experience of scaling high traffic web applications and start–up experience are advantageous.

Remote working may be considered for exceptional candidates!

Keywords: web application, Ruby, Rails, SQL, MySQL, Edinburgh, remote working.

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This growing, highly regarded company provides business transaction solutions to blue chip clients worldwide.

With continued success they need more Software Engineers to work as part of a team with responsibility for design, development and maintenance of software based solutions that make up their online payment processing gateway.  They are currently looking to adopt lean/agile development methods; practical experience of these would be an asset.  You will produce well structured, reliable software to a high quality level and work within a team of high calibre engineers.  You must have:

Proven experience and/or a genuine passion for software development, degree level education (in related subject of computing, maths, science, engineering) or equivalent, experience of internet applications and/or the finance industry, knowledge/practical application of agile methods, track record in delivering work to schedule and specification, experience of object oriented design, experience of database design in large database systems, and a knowledge of web application security.

Some commercial experience is desired (although outstanding fresh graduates will be considered) with the following skills:

Java, SQL (Preferably Sybase) - experience including optimisation of queries, Apache/Tomcat, Source code control (SVN), Unix (preferably Sun Solaris and/or Linux) experience, Perl, CGI Scripts.

Keywords: Java, SQL, Linux, Agile, Sybase, Apache, Cambridge, graduate, software.

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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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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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• 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. The successful candidates will be expected to make a solid contribution to a group with core business in patient care devices, manufacturing systems and surgical technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, architecture, design, coding, and verification, for various products and projects
• 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;
• Write software and develop electronics;
• Deliver project tasks within the time-scales and budgets;
• Take a lead role when appropriate on a project;
• Write proposals for future work with clients.

Experience and Qualifications:

We expect candidates to have a 2.1 or above in a relevant engineering discipline, for example an electronics, combined science with electronics, applied mathematics (or similar) degree.

• Software development experience in C, C++, preferably an understanding of object orientated design;
• Electronics design experience;
• Prior experience working within multidisciplinary teams, contributing to physical product development and multi-tasking across projects.

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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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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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You will be involved in the specification, design, implementation and execution of both manual and automated tests; quickly taking responsibility for your own work.

With a good degree in a relevant subject, you will be able to show boundless enthusiasm.

Key skills: software, scripting, networking.

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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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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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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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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 growing company has a reputation for quality software development and they are
looking for a creative individual with a good eye for detail and a keen interest in software to join their QA team. Working as part of the product development team, you'll work closely with developers throughout the full software development lifecycle and be involved in the continuous improvement of their software in which they take great pride.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Creative testing of desktop and web applications under active development
• Diagnosis, reporting and tracking of quality issues
• Verifying the resolution of quality issues
• Ensuring that user requirements have been met
• Maintaining user documentation

This is a vital role and to succeed you will need to have plenty of ingenuity, persistence and imagination. You are:

• very thorough and able to quickly understand complex requirements,
• able to provide critical advice to your colleagues in a diplomatic manner,
• not afraid to make recommendations to improve processes, and
• analytical and methodical in your approach to new problems.

You will have:

• excellent academic qualifications with strong A level grades and at least a 2.1 Hons from a good university, ideally in a numerate or scientific subject, though they will consider candidates from a wider range of disciplines,
• excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, and
• a keen eye for quality.

Experience with XML will be beneficial but not essential.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a challenging environment where you can build your career.

Keywords: quality assurance, QA, software, desktop, web, XML, Oxford, graduate.

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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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Key Responsibilities:

• Develop solutions to challenging technical problems and take them through the product development process;
• Identify and research technologies;
• 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 chemistry, or a related engineering discipline and ideally a PhD. Broad knowledge combining an intuitive understanding, analytical ability and a practical hands-on approach.  Candidates will have an enthusiasm for applying knowledge to real world problems.

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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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• Solid understanding and experience with programming languages such as SQL and VBA.
• A very good degree or PhD in Science, Engineering, Mathematics or other similar numerical discipline.
• Excellent Numerical abilities.
• Demonstrable experience of balancing priorities, influencing others and the successful delivery of objectives.
• An ability to work well and remain calm under pressure in a fast paced, constantly changing but supportive environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability / ambition to lead a team if required.

In addition to a competitive basic salary, the role carries an impressive, comprehensive benefits package and superb career progression opportunities.

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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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The role is highly analytical - researching and developing new methods, algorithms and models to understand their impact and effectiveness. The projects tackle highly complex, cross-functional issues.  They work is high-profile and is presented by the team to senior Directors.

The position calls for an outstanding academic background - at least a 2:1 Hons in an analytical or numerate subject (Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Chemistry or similar) from a top university, with excellent A level grades.  You should also ideally have good analytical skills - for example managing large amounts on data, modelling (Excel), programming (SQL & Visual Basic) or statistical analysis (SAS, STATA)

In addition to a competitive salary the role offers an extensive, attractive benefits package - and superb opportunities for career development.

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Are you a bright, degree qualified Scientist (ideally with solid Chemistry knowledge) with experience across a variety of areas such as mechanics, optics, electronics and software? Do you have a good knowledge of analytical instruments and measurement technologies? Can you offer excellent interpersonal / communication "people" skills along with excellent report writing and presentation abilities?

In this challenging Applications Engineer position you will provide feedback to the product development teams regarding customer requirements, new product feature requests and technical architecture issues, from an applications perspective. 
With an impressive degree from a top university, you should have wide-ranging knowledge across a range of areas such as mechanics, optics, electronics and software along with excellent customer / people skills.  You should also have proven experience in performing customer demonstrations and developing applications and methods.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Evaluate new product prototypes against customer and application requirements
• Produce technical reports on analysis samples and associated methods
• Develop measurement standards and methodologies for new products
• Assist software developers (presentation, usability, functionality, performance)
• Analyse measurement statistics for products against associated standards
• Assist with product launch activities such as development of applications / sales / service training material
• Analyse information from marketing, customer feedback to improve new and current instrumentation platforms

In addition to a competitive salary, you will enjoy a superb range of benefits including a company profit share, pension plan, life assurance, share save plan, child care voucher scheme, health care and subsidised gym club membership. 

Keywords: Applications Engineer, Scientific Instruments, Chemistry, c£35k + extensive benefits, Worcester, customer facing, mechanics, optics, electronics and software, measurement technologies, customer and application requirements, people skills, report writing, presentation abilities.

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This growing company offers ultra flexible and easy to use cloud servers and licenses platforms for other providers to offer cloud services to their customers. With staff in the UK, US and Far East our client has seen considerable growth and now seeks a bright, passionate and talented person to help their global sales and support team provide frontline customer support for their cloud servers. You'll play a vital role in their team, championing their products, helping customers solve their technical problems and helping their sales leads make the most of their free trials of their system.

Specific responsibilities will include: confirming, troubleshooting and resolving technical issues raised by cloud server customers in a production environment; proactively working with sales leads to ensure they have a good experience when trialing their system; supporting their sales team in answering technical sales enquiries; and escalating issues to in-house and external 2nd level support teams. As with any role of this nature, there will be a requirement for both occasional on-call cover and occasional unscheduled out of hours work.

You will be an excellent team player with strong personal communication skills and really enjoy helping customers. Your technical expertise will include:

•             experience and enthusiasm in providing technical support to customers;
•             excellent written and oral communication;
•             first class experience with installation and administration of Linux;
•             experience of web hosting technologies: domains, DNS, IPs, firewalls, load balancing, web servers, web application frameworks, databases, etc.;
•             experience with network troubleshooting: ping, traceroute, arp, etc.;
•             experience with Windows Server (desirable);
•             solid understanding of Intel-based server hardware; and
•             experience with Linux virtualization, ideally KVM.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic technology arena.

Keywords: Customer support, pre-sales, Linux admin, web hosting, networking, London.

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Our client has developed a unique reputation in the film special effects market with their image processing technology. Their "plug-ins" have been used on many high profile films.

Due to continued growth, they are now looking for a bright graduate to help create user manuals and tutorials for their software.

Previous technical writing experience is NOT required, but the ability to quickly understand technical software products and explain them in plain English is essential. You should be able to demonstrate a passion for visual effects and have examples of your high quality written work.

In return, my client offers a relaxed but high-powered working environment located in the heart of the West End.

Key words: films, movies, plug-ins, 3D graphics, technical author, technical writer, information design, graduate, London

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You will be new or recent engineering, maths or physics graduates who can demonstrate a very high level of ability and enthusiasm and who wish to develop their skills in mathematical modelling, digital design, DSP algorithm development or embedded software. Some knowledge of radio propagation or communication systems algorithms or protocols would be an advantage but is not essential.

This role offers the opportunity for recent graduates to gain considerable knowledge and experience within a small, highly experienced and entrepreneurial team while working on exciting and challenging technologies.

To be considered you will have an outstanding record of achievement, with an excellent degree from a top university and have extra curricular activities to demonstrate your technical hunger.

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Our client is a leading technology firm specialising in building solutions ranging from large databases to pattern recognition systems for large media companies worldwide.

They now seek a talented Software Developer who can offer skills in JSON, JavaScript, C#, C++, SQL and NoSQL to join other high calibre developers in their web team.

In addition to an impressive degree in Computer Science (plus good A-levels) and excellent hands-on programming skills you should ideally have experience of analysing large volumes of data, familiarity with pattern recognition and developing clean well-structured code.

This role offers stimulating project work and great career development prospects – along with the opportunity to learn from some of the brightest computer scientists in the industry.

Keywords: Software Engineer, graduate/postgraduate, Junior/Senior, JSON, JavaScript, C#, SQL, NoSQL, C++, web.

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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 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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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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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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As a member of the Application Team, you will develop/maintain both client and server side applications (mainly in C/C++ in a Linux environment) – developing and supporting toolkits to operate embedded control systems for large scale instrumentation. Other key responsibilities will include: liaising with internal users (Engineers and Scientists), contribute to the long term direction of software development for control systems, and act as a representative at meetings and workshops.

Candidate requirements:

- Honours degree in physics, electrical engineering or computer science (or similar numerate degree if you can show relevant experience) from a good university.
- OO programming experience (either C/C++; knowledge and use in Java would be beneficial).
- Experience in developing in an UNIX environment with source code control.
- Previous experience developing software for industrial/scientific systems would be highly beneficial – graduates/junior developers who can show strong development skills will be considered.
- Experience using software testing and debugging tools for developing automated tests.
- Good communication skills – orally and in writing.

Further knowledge would be advantageous: Scripting (especially Python and Qt); Network programming; Eclipse and RCP; Real time distributed control environments; Relational databases and server/client side processing.

This role will also require some travel within the UK and abroad (with occasional periods away from home) and require occasionally working overtime.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic OO developer (from graduate to junior developers) to work in a unique environment, and develop tools to enable leading research. 

Key words: 1st/2.1, graduate, object orientated, OO, UNIX, Linux, C/C++, Java, Python, Qt, Eclipse.

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Supporting the varied and challenging requirements of users, our client is a key scientific facility providing a unique technology platform for leading research and experimentation. To support these endeavours, in-house computing facilities provide users an interface for experimental control and data analysis/acquisition/storage at workstations, central computation clusters, and storage servers. Our client seeks a Junior member to join their systems Administration team in response to the growth of the facility.

Candidate requirements:
- Experience of UNIX operating system, especially administration of networking and computer infrastructures, systems security and network protocols.
- Formal certification of UNIX Systems Administration would be highly desirable.
- Understanding of networking including fibre optic and category 5/6/7 copper cabling.
Due to the nature of the role, candidates must have strong communication skills (oral and written), work well within a team, be flexible to work overtime as required, and travel within the UK and abroad.

If you have run your own UNIX servers, provided systems administration for a cluster of computers, and/or experienced and troubleshot networking issues – this could be a fantastic opportunity to further develop these skills and start a new career.

Key words: UNIX, Linux, Systems Administration, junior, graduate/NVQ/BTEC, networking, team player. 

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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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Founded and headquartered in Scotland, our client is a multinational green technology company working in energy efficiency modelling for thermal simulation, power consumption, carbon emissions, lighting analyses and regulatory compliance. Their contributions can be seen in the UK, and overseas (including the US, Canada, Middle East and Australia) in a number of signature projects. They are looking to expand their software development team, and will consider a variety of experience profiles (from graduate to developers with a few years of commercial software development experience).

Candidate Requirements:

• Degree qualified (1st/2.1, ideally with a Masters/PhD) in applied physics, mathematics, engineering or related subject.
• Substantial use of C++ (academic projects will be considered, please evidence your C++ development experience).
• Analytical and problem solving skills.

Further attributes/experiences are beneficial: Developing technical/modelling/simulation software; other programming languages (Fortran or C#); MFC or Qt interface development; Source code control systems (Perforce/CVS);  XML; understanding of 3D platform development (OpenGL/Direct X); use of Visual Studio.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an applied software developer to utilise their engineering/mathematical background to implement new developments and improvements of leading modelling solutions.   

Key words: Masters/PhD, C++, green technology, 3D/simulation/modelling software.

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With this growing technical consultancy providing technical and related management consultancy services to help customers make the best use of information and communications services.  They offer challenging and rewarding work and the opportunity to work with some of the UK's brightest technical consultants in a stimulating environment.

These key appointments will work within a team on several assignments at a time, and most assignments last 3-6 months. Any experience or knowledge of the following will be useful:

Programme/project management support; Procurement support (including PFI and outsourcing); IS/IT strategy development; Business analysis and requirements specification; IT/communication architecture development, including web-based
architectures; Information security; and/or Knowledge management.

With excellent academic qualifications i.e. a PhD plus 1st or 2.1 from a good university in computer science, physics, engineering or maths, plus A's & B's at A level, you will good interpersonal, written and presentation skills. You will be expected to work on defence work from time to time and therefore, due to the nature of some of the work that is undertaken for government customers, this client is only able to consider UK nationals.

Keywords; Consultancy, E-Commerce, Government, Defence, PhD, 2.1, 1st, Surrey

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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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You will help in the design and construction of experimental rigs and prototype systems to test various aspects of the proposed of instruments.  You will then be involved in conducting the tests and evaluating the data, the results being fed into specifications for new design.

Skills & Attributes Required

• A solid grounding in engineering science, particularly aspects of fluid mechanics, heat transfer and electrical principles. An ability to apply this theoretical knowledge to real-world situations is paramount.
• A thorough and competent approach to experimental work and its documentation.
• Background engineering knowledge and an interest in all aspects of high technology systems.
• Familiarity with modelling environments such as Matlab, Scilab or Python is an advantage.
• Competence with MS Excel is important.
• Familiarity with programming in C or similar languages is an advantage.
• Readiness to travel to customer sites and conferences.

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An innovator of automotive transmission technology, our client acts in partnership with a number of leading players in the field. In order to fully meet project goals, our client is looking for a junior/senior Modeller to join their team. Key responsibilities for this role include: Development of simulation software tools and assisting in the development of innovative transmission systems; Generation of software algorithms for transmission system design & parametric studies; Generation of models for hydraulic systems and transmission control; and Design and validation of test using simulations.

Candidate Requirements

•             Excellent academic history (1st/2.1 from a top university in an engineering, physical science  or maths based subject, strong A-levels or equivalents – ideally you will have a Masters degree).
•             Commercial modelling and simulation project experience using MATLAB/Simulink (highly relevant academic project experience (such as during a PhD) will be considered).
•             Excellent spoken English and strong overall communication skills for documentation, presentation, and training for clients.
•             Background in the automotive sector or a strong understanding of automotive engineering.
•            For senior applicants, experience in mentoring junior members and an appreciation of business development is highly advantageous.

Experience in variable ratio transmissions and control, and programming in C would be highly beneficial. The role may include some international travel.

This is a fantastic opportunity for proven modellers to work on “green technology” development for fuel efficiency and emissions for automotive and associated applications.

Key words: 1st/2.1, green technology, modelling, MATLAB/Simulink, simulations, automotive, transmission development.

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This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a world-leading company, who encourage innovation in an extraordinary high performance environment.

In this challenging role, you will work with Aerodynamicists, Engineers and other members of the Vehicle Dynamics department to analyse and investigate aerodynamic data – assisting development in new and innovative ways that provide clear direction.

Although aerodynamic performance will be the focus of this role, experience in Statistics, Data Analysis and Signal Processing – ideally using MATLAB – would be as valuable as any experience in Aerodynamics or Vehicle Dynamics.

Backed by a very impressive academic record (2.1 or above, possibly PhD, from a top university) in Maths, Physics, Engineering or a related discipline - you should have proven experience in areas such as Data Analysis, Statistics, Signal Processing and the use of MATLAB.

In addition to a competitive salary, the role carries a superb benefits package including private healthcare, access to an executive car scheme, company pension scheme and the chance to work in a truly unique environment.

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This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a world-leading company. In this challenging role, you will play a key part in the development of a driver-in-the-loop simulator. You will work closely with drivers and other engineers in research and development programmes and will deliver innovative solutions and high-performance upgrades at the forefront of simulator technology.

You should have proven, recent experience in the development of motorsport simulators, backed by an impressive degree (2.1 or above from a top university) in Maths, Physics, Engineering or a related discipline.

In addition to a competitive salary, the role carries a superb benefits package including private healthcare, access to an executive car scheme, company pension scheme and the chance to work in a truly unique environment.

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Our client is a privately owned, very profitable company. They have just started a collaboration with an Oxford University spin-out looking to commercialise laser-based technologies.

In this role, you'll work with the Oxford team for a period of 6-9 months minimum, to fully understand the technologies and bring that knowledge back to our client's in-house R&D team who are based in Cambridgeshire.

The work will involve the detection of low levels of gases by means of laser spectroscopy.

You will be able to demonstrate an aptitude to help with the transfer of technology to the development of commercial devices. The ideal candidate will have:

• A good first degree in physical sciences, and, ideally, experience in a research environment through completion of a higher degree
• Experience in the use of optical techniques in physics, engineering or chemistry, preferably through the use of laser methods
• The ability to work within a small team of scientists and engineers, and to communicate effectively with end users of optical diagnostic equipment
• Experience in signal processing and data handling

If you have electronic design skills that would be a plus.

You will be initially based near Oxford, and training in the specific laser technologies will be provided.

In addition to a competitive salary, benefits include company 5% pension contribution, plus free healthcare for you and your partner/family. And you get Friday afternoons off too!

Contact us now to find out more.

Electronics, physics, physicist, physical chemist, optics, lasers, spin-out, technology transfer, Oxford, Cambridgeshire

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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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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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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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Our client has developed a unique reputation in the special effects market with their image processing technology. Their products have been used on many high profile films.

Due to continued growth, they are now looking for a recent graduate to join their software QA department to help test their award-winning products and ensure that top quality software is delivered to their own clients.

As an automated test engineer, you'll be working on the maintenance and development of our client's automated test harness in Python, supporting the QA engineers who use it, spanning different products.

You'll need a good technical background (degree in Maths, Physics or Computer Science or similar numerate subject) and with excellent organisational skills. Most importantly, a genuine passion for computer graphics and image processing is ESSENTIAL. It's not just another test role, so please don't apply for this job unless you have a real interest in the technology, as my client is looking for a candidate who gets fired up about what they do!

In return, my client offers a relaxed but high-powered working environment located in the heart of the West End.

Automated testing, automated test engineer, films, movies, visual effects, 3D graphics, image processing, Python, scripting, Windows, Linux, Mac OS, central London

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Our client has developed a unique reputation in the special effects market with their image processing technology. Their products have been used on many high profile films.

Due to continued growth, they are now looking for a recent graduate to join their software QA team to help test their award-winning products and ensure that top quality software is delivered to their own clients.

As a QA Engineer, you'll design test cases and execute test plans for our client's high-end visual effects products. The role is not exclusively manual testing, as they maintain an in-house, automated test harness, for which you will also be responsible for creating automated tests via Python scripting. You will also communicate with users regarding external alpha and beta programmes and support.

You'll need a good technical background (degree in Maths, Physics or Computer Science or similar numerate subject) and with excellent organisational skills. Most importantly, a genuine passion for computer graphics and image processing is ESSENTIAL. It's not just another test role, so please don't apply for this job unless you have a real interest in the technology, as my client is looking for a candidate who gets fired up about what they do!

In return, my client offers a relaxed but high-powered working environment located in the heart of the West End.

Software QA, software test, software test engineer, QA Engineer, films, movies, visual effects, 3D graphics, image processing, Python, scripting, Windows, Linux, Mac OS, central London

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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 is a fantastic opportunity to work with a world-leading company. In this challenging role, you will develop advanced Vehicle Dynamics Simulation and Analysis tools and use them in the optimisation of car performance. The role offers extensive opportunities for innovation in many aspects of simulation and car design.

In addition to an impressive degree (2.1 or above from a top university) in Maths, Physics, Engineering or a related discipline you should have proven experience in the use of MATLAB / Simulink.

Any experience in the analysis of dynamical systems and, more generally, in systems and control engineering would be a definite advantage.

In addition to a competitive salary, the role carries a superb benefits package including private healthcare, access to an executive car scheme, company pension scheme and the chance to work in a truly unique environment.

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Our client has developed a unique reputation in the special effects market with their image processing technology. Their products have been used on many high profile films.

Due to continued growth, they are now looking for a recent graduate to join their customer support department. You'll be able to demonstrate an aptitude to deal with people, and be a quick learner. You'll need a good technical background (degree in Maths, Physics, Computer Science or similar numerate subject) and excellent organisational skills.

You should have customer support or similar customer liaison experience in a small but busy environment. You will need to have experience with taking customer calls and emails following internal procedures and protocols. You will need to be a team player and be able to take instruction and direction from the Senior Customer Support Engineer.

You'll have good technical skills with Windows, Linux or Mac OS.

Most importantly, a genuine interest in computer graphics/image processing/visual effects is essential - my client is looking for a candidate who gets fired up about what they do!

In return, my client offers a relaxed but high-powered working environment located in the heart of the West End.

Films, movies, visual effects, 3D graphics, image processing, Windows, Linux, Mac OS, customer support, Central London.

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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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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 leading international SoC company is developing synthesis technology to improve devices, particularly for DSP applications.  The work uses a variety of mathematical and graph based techniques. As a Software Engineer, you will work as part of a team of highly skilled and motivated engineers, working on research and development of their leading-edge EDA tools. You will be expected to innovate and implement the complex algorithms and data structures required for optimized code generation from abstracted data-flow graph designs. The role requires a good understanding of architectural synthesis, and algorithms for resource sharing, scheduling and mathematical and combinatorial optimization. Your specific responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following: design, develop, test and debug efficient algorithms and infrastructure for design automation, continually improve design methodology and quality of results through innovation, design analysis and end-user application & work-flow understanding, and interacting with other teams, architects and technical customer-facing staff.

You must have a minimum of the following:

·         PhD or 1st class degree in Computer Science (or equivalent) from a top university,
·         exceptional hands-on development skills in C++,
·         proven creative and innovative approach in a research or study,
·         a strong background in software engineering, data structures and algorithms,
·         an interest in compiler technology and in mathematical and compiler optimization techniques,
·         strong communication skills,
·         knowledge from study, research or experience in algorithm development particularly for behavioral synthesis and design automation tools, and ideally,
·         experience in architectural synthesis for FPGA.

Keywords: C++, Algorithms, EDA, 1st, PhD, Computer Science.

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Based in the South West of London, this quoted company has created the world’s most advanced Cloud application. With products and services sold globally, it still has no viable competitors nearly seven years after launch. Sold internationally, and recently licensed to global systems integrators, this fast growing and well financed company recently added an Android app to its Java web client.

The work offered is both fulfilling and impressive – with a very friendly and constructive R&D atmosphere. You will join a small, motivated and very highly qualified team of “techies” engaged in leading-edge product design.

You should have top qualifications (excellent ‘A’ levels / top degree from a top university) and ideally extensive Web experience - with good fluency in Python and Linux / Unix programming and wide exposure to Web technologies (HTTP layer, HTML, XML) and Databases (MySQL).  However - if you just have an outstanding  academic background, good general programming skills and the drive and determination to pick things up quickly - then apply now!

Any exposure to C / C++ / Java / Perl, Test-driven development and / or Web Security would be an advantage.

In addition to a competitive base salary, the role offers very generous share options - with a quoted company in one of the world's fastest growing markets - so they could turn out to be very lucrative!

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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.

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An excellent opportunity for an exceptional Graduate or more experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join a Cambridge-based global leader in wireless technologies.

You will develop high quality embedded software for a range of Bluetooth chips, coding in C and Assembler within a resource constrained multi-processor environment, as well as making use of scripting languages such as Perl and Python.

You will take ownership of certain aspects of a project; contribute to requirements capture and task definition; develop and test software of moderate scale and complexity; maintain software, including defect investigation; contribute to the creation of relevant documentation; assist with external inter-operability and compliance test events. Mentoring will be provided by more experienced engineers.

Essential Requirements:

• Degree in maths/science/software/electronics or equivalent experience.
• Proven understanding of programming languages, including at least one high level programming language.
• Good understanding of software design techniques, debug techniques and configuration management. 

Understanding of processor architectures and peripherals and experience of wireless communication protocols (such as Bluetooth, UWB or Wi-Fi) are highly desirable.
Keywords: Embedded software development, graduate/junior, C, Assembler, scripting, wireless, Bluetooth.

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Our client works on leading display technologies. They seek a junior experimental research scientist to join their team as a Technical Assistant, to provide support for Research and Development projects – focusing on fabrication and preparation of test structures for thin films for next generation plastic electronics.

Candidate requirement:
- Good degree in an Applied Physical Science (although candidates with a strong relevant background will be considered).
- Understanding of optics, optoelectronics, device physics, or materials characterisation.
- Proven experimental experience (can be extensive academic projects), including understanding of documentation and accurate record keeping.
- Excellent problem solving skills and ability to work well in a cross-functional team.

This is an excellent entry opportunity for a junior researcher to gain commercial experimental experience and work on leading technology. In return the successful candidate will be rewarded with an excellent remuneration package.

Key words: graduate, physics, devices, optics, plastic electronics, experiments.

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Our client is a university spin-out company which has developed novel detection instrumentation. They are looking for a highly ambitious, enthusiastic chemist to join their small but growing team of physicists, biologists, and computer engineers to develop and research their novel technology, and provide expertise in dye chemistry for DNA detection/analysis.

Candidate Requirement:

• Top academics (1st/2.1 from a well-respected university), including a PhD in chemistry.
• Research experience of dyes for biological applications, especially DNA chemistry.
• Proven experience of experimental set ups using dyes and associated reporting documentation.
• Experience or understanding of dye manufacturing and production methods.

This is an excellent opportunity for a fresh PhD or proven dye chemist to join a growing start-up company, work in a dynamic, research-orientated environment and provide key contributions to the technology development.

Keywords: PhD, Chemistry, Dye, Start-up, DNA detection, Sequencing, Life science, Instrumentation.

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Our client is an innovative display device company seeking an experienced PhD level Senior Optics Scientist to continue the development of cutting edge plastic electronics. The main responsibilities will involve development of optical simulation tools and system level optical models; optical out-coupling; and characterisation of optical devices. This will be in collaboration with other teams for optical physics, academia, and external stakeholders.

Candidate requirements:

• Excellent academic history (1st/2.1 degree from a well-respected university) culminating in a PhD in optical or semiconductor physics (ideally in quantum optics, thin film optics, non-linear optics, OLEDs or LEDs).
• Experience in setting up optical test systems.
• Programming skills (preferably in C and MATLAB).
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work in multi-stakeholder projects.

Further attributes are desirable: Knowledge of basic electronics; and Fortran.

Working on cutting edge optics research, this is a fantastic opportunity for a resourceful independent scientist to develop next generation optical devices/technologies.

Keywords: Optics, PhD, Scientist, plastic electronics, display technology, optimisation, modelling.

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This well established, highly innovative international company has sites around the world. This group in Sussex is involved with PLM environments that have evolved from Projects and this challenging role is within their Project team delivering PLM solutions.

This is a technical and administrative role to be involved in supporting PLM installed solutions, technical installation/ configuration and set up of PLM applications and technical customization such as  reports and workflows. Your key tasks will be software system and module design, configuration, tailoring and optimisation as required. This role will allow you to grow into a specialist in PLM strategy, applications and methodology and will deal with both customers and internal teams – you will be expected to travel within the UK and overseas for short to medium periods as required.

This demanding role will ideally suit an engineering graduate with a good degree grade from a top university with 1 to 2 years commercial experience (industrial placements will count towards this). Experience of an engineering or IS organisation will be very useful and you will have most of the following (it is not necessary to have all of them but it will be a plus!):

• A working knowledge of OO design and implementation (an understanding of UML and object-oriented design patterns would be an advantage);
• a working knowledge of Windows or UNIX;
• a working knowledge of webserver technologies (for example Apache/Tomcat);
• development experience in one or more of the following programming languages Java, C++, C#, VB;
• development experience involving XML/XSL, HTML, JSP, Javascript;
• experience of development in an IDE such as Netbeans, Eclipse or Visual Studio;
• experience of working with a source control system (such as CVS, SVN, Visual SourceSafe);
• a working knowledge of relational databases, schema design, SQL and basic administration, Oracle databases, Oracle SQL and Oracle PL/SQL, and/ or
• experience of PLM solutions – particularly Windchill. 

You must have excellent personal communication skills and be happy dealing with technical personnel. Due to the nature of their work you must have a British Passport.

This is an excellent opportunity for a high calibre technologist to become an expert.

Keywords: PLM, British, OO, C++, C#, Java, IS, strategy, databases, Windows, Unix, Sussex, Yorkshire.

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Our client is a university spun-out technology – they have links with a number of industrial partners as well as in academia. Their technology encompasses a wide range of disciplines, with their research and development team consisting of physicists and biologists. They are looking to complement the scientific research with their burgeoning programming development, and are looking for a talented computer scientist/software developer to implement their scientific aims.

Candidate requirement:
- Excellent academic background (1st/2.1 in CS or other numerate subject with a high CS component). Masters and PhDs would be beneficial.
- Strong C/C++ experience in a UNIX environment.
- Experience in pattern matching (eg: speech recognition algorithms).
- Ideally proven commercial software experience although a talented PhD graduate with substantial software projects would be considered.
Any experience in multi-threaded C#.Net application development; high speed data acquisition and analysis; and hardware control would be beneficial. Applicants must be “go-getters” and be comfortable to work under minimal supervision.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting start-up company. As the key software developer you will take responsibility of the legacy code and future development and in return be rewarded with an excellent remuneration package. 

Key words: C/C++, 1st/2.1, UNIX, scientific background, pattern matching, start-up

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This global electronics company provides innovative solutions to blue chip clients worldwide.  Their Cambridge site provides consultancy and patented technologies which are exploited across the global group to create technical and commercial advantage and to spur innovation for future technologies and products.   They are seeking to recruit another technologist to work on:

· design and analysis of innovative sensors and sensor systems;
· development of prototype technology demonstrators;
· development, simulation, test and troubleshooting of electronic circuits;
· creation of ideas for new technologies, products and processes;
· transfer of know-how to other organisations within the group of companies; and
· occasional travel to other companies in the group, customers, conferences, seminars & trade shows etc. in the UK, Europe and worldwide.

You must have an outstanding academic record with top A level grades, at least a 2.1 (Hons) in Electronics, Physics or similar (and possibly a PhD) and have:

· industrial or academic experience in sensor or technology development;
· experience in both experimental science and numerical modelling of physical systems;
· a demonstrable capability to learn new design methods & techniques; and
· a creative approach to understanding the fundamental science of sensors.

Any experience in the following will be a plus:

- Magnetic or electromagnetic simulations.
- Electronics: schematic design & PCB layout, ASIC design, embedded software for micro-controllers, design for EMC, EMC standards & test methods.
- Sensing technology: mixed signal electronics for analogue sensors, low cost high volume sensors, magnetic/inductive sensors, applications of sensors, actuator systems, any other physical sensor technology, Labview programming.

This is an outstanding opportunity to work in a dynamic, highly innovative environment at the cutting edge of technology.

Keywords:  Cambridge, 2.1, 1st, PhD, Electronics, Physics, Sensors, Modelling, Engineering.

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• Outstanding communication and people skills
• Minimum of excellent A levels (or equivalent) plus a relevant further qualification
• Working knowledge of Embedded C, Analogue & PCB design
• Microprocessor experience, preferably TI MSP430
• True appreciation of graphic design

This is a rare opportunity for both a junior & senior level engineer who are passionate about working in a small team.  The role comes with a competitive salary and flexible working hours.

Key words: electronics, microelectronics, embedded C, analogue, PCB, print, Cambridge.

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A bright Applied Scientist / Engineer with a background in maths modelling is sought to join our client (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.

The Applied Scientist / Engineer will use their strong maths modelling skills to join as an Applications Engineer – developing their careers as this company dramatically grows. In this key role, you will become a technical reference – providing technical support of the product suite, giving product demonstrations at conferences, workshops, and meetings with customers; developing ‘proof-of-concept’ studies for clients; acting as an instructor at product training sessions; and supporting sales activities. Typical clients will range from R&D department of multinational technology corporations; technical university labs; to small, specialised high-tech companies.

Requirements:

• Excellent academic record (up to Masters / PhD level with a 1st / 2.1 degree in physics / engineering from a highly ranked university and mostly A’s at A-level (or equivalent)).
• Strong maths skills and particular background in mathematical modelling (using maths modelling software / simulation / FEA tools).
• Particular background project experience in one of:

o Chemical engineering or CFD;

o Structural Mechanics;

o Electromagnetism.

The Applied Scientist / Engineer will be business oriented (this role has a strong client-facing element), with strong written and verbal skills. Any language competence in French or Dutch would be highly advantageous (the default language in the workplace is English). Applicants must be EU citizens.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive company, working with high tech customers on very diverse application areas – a great role for techies! In return, you will gain an excellent remuneration including relocation package and also be entitled (as an expat) to government tax reductions. Applied Scientist / Engineer – Maths Modelling, FEA – Chemical Engineering / CFD or Structural Mechanics or Electromagnetism. The Netherlands, to €36,000 + relocation package.

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

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