A Software Engineer

My client need C++ developers ideally with some kind of PHD, Physics or Mathematical background from a Sciences, research or similar type organisations.

We are seeking a Software Engineer or Senior Software Engineer to join a team working on the flagship FEA simulation software product,

Ideal candidates will be qualified to degree level in Software Engineering and have a strong physics background, or have a good honours degree in Physics or in a relevant Engineering discipline with strong software back ground.

As a software Engineer your skills and qualifications will ideally include:

• Professional software engineering skills, and experience developing simulation software including UI/UX;
• Be competent programming in C++ and/or Python.

You should take a keen interest in software engineering and have up-to-date knowledge in this fast developing field and be ready to apply this knowledge to the group’s products.

The Role

• Reporting to the Development Manager, the Software Engineer will be responsible for developing and supporting finite element based software for 2D and 3D multi-physics simulation software, including the user interface and software platform.

• A key member of the development team, primary objectives and responsibilities will be:

• Develop and support a software platform for multi-physics simulation software, including UI/UX and software infrastructure;
• Assist in planning and strategy for the future evolution of the groups software products, including a new and exciting range of products for engineering simulation;
• Keep abreast of developments in software engineering and use this knowledge to develop future enhancements of the software, ensuring it continues to address the needs of users;
• Participate in the wider activities of the software development group, and cooperate with other team members to advance the group’s software products.

Person Profile

• Qualified to degree level in software engineering, or a relevant physics or engineering discipline with strong software content. You should be competent programing in C++ and/or Python and should take a keen interest in software engineering and be ready to apply your up-to-date knowledge to the group’s products.

• In addition to the technical capabilities, the following competences and personal qualities are also important:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Proactive, flexible style; team player;
• Disciplined, well organised, good time management skills;
• Able to take on independent work within a given timeframe;
• A “doer” who will deliver; ambitious and self-motivated, with high levels of enthusiasm, drive and energy;
• This post will be based in Kidlington in the UK