Job summary

Hybrid working | Permanent | No Sponsorship

Applicants MUST have lived in the UK for at least 5 years.

Key skills required for this role

DSP, Signal Processing, Software Developer, RF Algorithms, Software Defined Radio

Important

All applicants MUST be Security Clearable! Sponsorship not available

Job description

DSP Software Engineer
Hybrid working | Permanent | No Sponsorship

All applicants will need to be eligible to obtain security clearance in the UK.

THE ROLE

We are looking for an experienced software engineer with a strong background in signal processing
and/or numerical simulation to join our client in Great Chesterford - UK. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing simulation frameworks and signal processing chains to support the development of novel products and services, ranging from radar systems through to sensors for autonomous platforms.


ESSENTIAL SKILLS
BEng/BSc/MSci or preferably PhD in one of computer science, physics, electronics or similar.
3+ years post-graduate experience in designing and developing software
C/C++ development
Python or Matlab
Signal Processing, including timeseries signal analysis or image processing, Software Defined Radio

DESIRABLE SKILLS
Numerical simulation methods, such as Monte-Carlo, Finite Difference time domain
Machine learning algorithms
Knowledge of radar, sonar, inertial, or other sensor systems
Knowledge of wireless communication protocols
Experience in developing cloud-based services (in particular AWS)
Developing software for embedded systems and microcontrollers

BENEFITS

• Benefits Company Bonus Scheme: Paid annually based on a percentage of your salary, conditional on performance against annual company targets
• Private Medical Insurance: Paid for by the Company, although taxable as a benefit in kind. Covers dependants, including spouse/partners/children. Note: Does not cover pre-existing conditions
• Permanent Health Insurance (Income Protection Scheme): Paid for by the Company, available post-probation. Claims kick in after 26 weeks' absence. Benefit equivalent to 75% of your salary (less government benefit).
• Life Assurance (Death in Service): Lump sum payable, equivalent to 6 times your salary. Expression of wish form to be completed by all employees.
• Pension - DC Scheme: Employee contribution minimum 5% of salary. Employer contribution of 7% of salary. If contributions are made via salary sacrifice, employer National Insurance contributions savings are added to the employer contribution.
• Annual Leave: 25 days of annual leave per annum, in addition to 8 public holidays. Employees have the option to buy up to an additional 5 days of annual leave, payable monthly via payroll. Long Service Annual Leave Award: For 5 years' service, a one-off additional 5 days' holiday for that calendar year only. For 10 years' service, an additional 2 days' holiday per calendar year going forward.
• Learning Opportunities/Support: Employees are provided with up to 5 days per annum for training and development. Training courses are agreed upon in advance by the manager and HR, aligning with appraisal discussions. As corporate members of CSAR, employees can attend lectures and webinars on innovation, research, and more.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Maximum allowance of £2000 per annum. Payable over 12 months, with monthly deductions from salary, free from tax/NI.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Covers topics such as wellbeing, legal, financial, relationships, etc. Offers telephone counselling support and webinars. Eye Tests for VDU Work: Plextek covers the cost of an eye test. If spectacles for VDU use are required, reasonable costs (up to £100) will be contributed by Plextek.
• Medical Cash Plan: Includes coverage for optical, dental, and physiotherapy treatments, preventative checks and jabs, prescriptions, consultations, and diagnostic tests. Paid for by the Company, although taxable as a benefit in kind. Covers up to 4 children.
• Additional Perks: Ample free parking in a rural setting. Free refreshments such as tea, coffee, and fruit. Regular social events to foster team camaraderie. Discounted access to cinema tickets, gift hampers, and more

THE COMPANY
Would you like to work on novel healthcare solutions, smart city technology, advanced robotic systems or sensors for autonomous drones? What about mobile ad-hoc radio networks or airfield radar? How do you fancy underwater or aircraft-based sensor and communications systems? These are all current projects of our client, and they need the brightest minds joining their diverse team to deliver them.
Their work is largely driven by technical development and innovation. One of the great advantages of working for them is that no two projects are the same. If you are an enthusiastic, adaptable and motivated person with a background in engineering, who thrives on variety, enjoys learning new skills and facing exciting challenges then this is the place to be.