Junior Software Engineer (Part Time, Fixed Term)

Cambridge Service Alliance; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A research team at a prominent university in Cambridge is seeking a part-time Junior Software Engineer to support the development of mobile applications related to health research. The successful candidate should have vocational qualifications and experience in mobile app development, particularly for Android and/or iOS. Opportunities for career development and training will be provided to enhance skills in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Educated to HND/HNC, Level 4/5 vocational qualifications or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in mobile app software development and deployment.
• Preferred experience with Android/iOS in sensing and mobile health applications.

Responsibilities

• Support development and maintenance of mobile phone applications for research.
• Provide support for the software used in research projects.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver projects and participate in training.

Skills

Mobile app development

Software deployment

Education

HND/HNC, Level 4/5 vocational qualifications

Tools

Android development

iOS development

Job description

We are looking for a Junior Software Engineer to join a research team to support the development and maintenance of mobile phone applications for research purposes. The role holder will take responsibility for providing support and development of the software to support the research of the team of the Principal Investigator.

The ideal candidate, will be educated to HND/HNC, Level 4/5 vocational qualifications or equivalent level of practical experience. You will also have experience in mobile app software development, and experience in deployment of software within research projects. The preferred candidate will also have experience with mobile app development in Android and/or iOS in the context of sensing and mobile health applications.

You would be given the opportunity to work with colleagues to deliver projects. We also provide a comprehensive training programme, including dedicated development time, to meet the requirements of the post and offer opportunities for future career development.

This is a part-time, 2 days a week role (40%FTE). The post is available for 12 months in the first instance.

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For questions about the role please contact Professor Cecilia Mascolo at [e-mail]

Please quote reference NR46847 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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