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Junior Software Engineer

FINTEC recruit Ltd

Dunfermline

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Full time

28 days ago

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An innovative firm is on the lookout for a Junior Software Engineer to join a dynamic team focused on astronomy. This permanent role is perfect for recent graduates eager to gain experience in developing software that controls advanced telescopes and instruments. With a blend of on-the-job training and collaboration with experts in the field, you'll play a vital role in big science projects. The position offers hybrid working, allowing you to balance time in the office with remote work. If you're passionate about technology and science, this is an exciting opportunity to kickstart your career in a unique and expanding business.

Private Medical Healthcare

Contributory Pension

International Travel Opportunities

Experience in developing scientific software in a Linux environment.
Background in physics/astronomy is advantageous.

Develop software for telescopes and instruments in astronomy.
Maintain software for applications used by observatories.

C++

Python

Linux

Scientific Software Development

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Doctoral Degree

FINTEC recruit is seeking a Junior Software Engineer for our UK astronomy client who works with customers globally, including some of the world's largest telescopes. This is a permanent position suited to a recent graduate with some software experience, either from employment or as part of a degree course. 'On the job training' will be provided to further develop in the role. You will be working with a talented team of scientists and software engineers for a unique and expanding business.

The role offers hybrid working, with 40% of the time spent in the Dunfermline, Fife office. Initially, you will work full-time in the office, reverting to hybrid following the probationary term. Salary is GBP25,000 to GBP35,000 plus private medical healthcare, contributory pension, and other benefits. There will be some international travel to client facilities within Europe and Chile.

Responsibilities:

Involved in developing software that controls telescopes and instruments used in astronomy as well as big science projects.
Specialise in designing, implementing, and maintaining software for applications used by astronomical observatories and accelerator facilities.

Skills and Qualifications required for the Junior Software Engineer role:

Experience or training in developing scientific or technical software applications in a Linux environment with C++, C, or a scripting language (e.g., Python).
A background in physics/astronomy and experience of control or real-time software would be an advantage, either from a degree course or from employment.
First Degree or higher (Masters/Doctoral) degree.

For further details of the Junior Software Engineer position, please submit your current CV or apply via our FINTEC recruit website.

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