JOB TITLE – Systems and Software Engineer DEPT
R&D
ABOUT THE JOB
The aim of the role is to design and build integrated hardware
and software solutions and user interfaces to meet the functional
requirements of Limbs & Things’ training products.
A pragmatic engineer with an open mind, aptitude for
problem-solving and as comfortable with design and documentation as
in the workshop prototyping and testing. The role requires broad
engineering skills in the design and integration of hardware and
both embedded software to control the hardware and PC/mobile
applications for user interface. Familiarity with a variety of
operating systems and platforms, a strong analytical mindset and a
keen eye for detail are important.
ORGANISATION/STRUCTURE CHART (one up, one down and peers)
Responsibilities:
· Take ownership of software and hardware design and its
successful integration with each other and into the product,
including the processes and procedures necessary for consistent
success and continuous improvement
· Understand product requirements and determine how they
translate in integrated hardware and application features
· Assist in feasibility studies to provide innovative solutions
for product development
· Draft specifications and designs for new systems and
applications to include imbedded hardware
· Design creative prototypes according to specifications or for
research purposes
· Write high quality source code to program complete
applications within deadlines
· Perform unit and integration testing (including snagging) in
accordance with project schedules
· Conduct functional and non-functional testing, and document
accordingly
· Troubleshoot and debug applications, software, hardware and
integrated systems
· Evaluate existing applications to reprogram, update and add
new features
· Seek specialist external help where necessary and manage
subcontractors and suppliers associated with systems design and
development
· Develop technical documents and handbooks to accurately
represent application design and code
KEY TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
· Relevant degree level qualification (computer science,
software engineering or rigorous scientific subject) with at least
5 years commercial systems integration, hardware and software
engineering experience
· ‘Clean’ code writer
· Embedded C development experience
· Experience with PC applications development C# or C++
· Desirable to have experience with Java Script
· Desirable experience in developing front end app web based
applications
· Experience covering full product development cycle, design,
development, integration, test
· Familiarity with microprocessor architectures and
peripherals
· Experience in board level driver development
· Experience with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and other communications
protocols
· Experience with managing software version control
· Delivery of relevant software design documentation.
· Use of standard software design tools e.g. UML, flow charts,
hierarchy diagrams etc.
· Experience in hardware design
· Excellent communications skills; able to communicate with a
mixed discipline team both within and external to the company
· Knowledge of quality management methodologies
· Ability to lead and manage a systems/software development
project
· Self-disciplined/self-motivated and organised
· Genuine interest in the product
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