Graduate Software Engineer

AccelerComm Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in the UK is seeking a Graduate Software Engineer to contribute to projects involving software development for wireless communication. The ideal candidate will be degree qualified and possess knowledge in C or C++. You will be part of a dynamic team working on engaging challenges, with opportunities to expand your skills across various projects.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) is essential.
• Knowledge of programming in C or C++ targeting x86 or Arm on Linux environments is required.
• Technical documentation writing skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the timely delivery of software projects.
• Collaborate on design and documentation for RF communication systems.
• Develop software implementations using C/C++.
• Contribute to software testing environments with Python.

Skills

C or C++ programming

Technical documentation writing

Basic knowledge of Python

Basic knowledge of Bash

Education

Degree in relevant field

Tools

Linux environments

Git

Job description

Graduate Software Engineer

AccelerComm Ltd

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Southampton, UK

This is a unique opportunity to join a fast‑growing company on the South coast, with international reach. We are looking for a capable, enthusiastic and personable Software Engineer to join our Software & Systems Development Team. It's essential that you have some exposure to writing code in C or C++; experience of Matlab and Python is also highly desirable, as is any contributing knowledge of Wireless Communication.

This is a hands‑on role, which will play an important part in the growth of AccelerComm and its product portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute and eventually take responsibility for the successful and timely delivery of portions of projects by providing technical capabilities and skills in software development, implementation and verification.
• Collaborate with colleagues on the design, development, verification, and documentation of our system IP targeting wireless RF communication.
• Develop software implementations of IP, using C/C++ and occasionally Matlab.
• Contribute to software and systems test environments using Python.
• Actively engage with and adhere to AccelerComm engineering methodology, processes and design techniques.
• Be willing to work in different areas of the AccelerComm development team to expand knowledge across multiple disciplines.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Degree qualified (or equivalent).
• Knowledge of programming in C or C++ targeting x86 or Arm on Linux environments.
• Technical documentation writing – report writing.

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python).
• Knowledge of communications signal processing algorithms (ideally error correction, equalisation, channel estimation, beamforming or another baseband component).
• Appreciation of mobile communications systems.
• Understanding of source code version control systems such as Git.
• Experience of developing code for a 'home project' as part of a hobby, with an example to demonstrate.
• Should have some experience of relevant industry tools, techniques and technology with an eye to emerging technologies.

Personal Attributes

• Must be personable, highly capable, adaptable and motivated with a desire to learn.
• Should be a supportive team player, willing to learn from technical leads and senior engineers, open to new ideas and new ways of working.
• Should be presentable and committed to build long‑term viable relationships with all stakeholders.
• Good communication skills – written, presentational and verbal.
• Have a passion for writing code, mathematics, and engineering.