Software Placement Student

Spirent; Paignton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology provider in the UK is seeking a Software Placement Student to assist in innovating and developing software subsystems for their Simulator Products. The role includes mentorship from a Senior Engineer and requires completion of the first two years of an Engineering degree, along with skills in programming, software IDEs, and source control tools. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced technology in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Work-life balance support

Mentorship from experienced engineers

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in programming and embedded systems.
• Knowledge of GPS systems or receiver technology is a plus.
• Understanding of Linux based operating systems is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Help innovate and develop software subsystems for Simulator Products.
• Work under the mentorship of a Senior Engineer.
• Contribute to projects involving cutting-edge technology.

Skills

Programming using C, C++, Python, C#, or Java

Processor technology and its application

Using source control tools such as Git or SVN

Software IDEs, such as Visual Studio or Eclipse

Excellent communication skills

Solutions focused with good problem-solving skills

Curious with a self-driven mindset for learning

Education

Completed 1st and 2nd year of a relevant Engineering degree course

Tools

Visual Studio

Eclipse

Git

SVN

Job description

As a Placement Student within the Software team, you will help to innovate and develop software subsystems for our Simulator Products based on leading‑edge technology and drive the next generation of Spirent Communications products in the Positioning Technology Line of Business.

A Senior Engineer within the SW team will act as a mentor throughout the placement.

About Spirent Communications

Spirent is the leading global provider of automated test and assurance solutions for communications networks, cybersecurity, and positioning.

We provide innovative products, services, and managed solutions that address the test, assurance, and automation challenges of a new generation of technologies, including 5G, cloud, autonomous vehicles and beyond. From testing in the lab to testing in the real world, Spirent helps companies deliver on their promise to their customers of a new generation of connected devices and technologies.

Why Spirent?... Because together we can shape tomorrow!

Spirent is its people. When you join the Spirent team, you will join forces and work alongside some of the industry’s most passionate subject matter experts. In an environment of innovation, you will find a place where you can grow, think, explore, create, and make change happen.

At Spirent, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to thriving in the ever‑changing world of global technology. We embrace a culture where difference is valued and openness, mutual respect, collaboration, and fairness are considered fundamental. Spirent does not tolerate discrimination or offensive behaviour of any kind. We are committed to creating workplaces that genuinely reflect the diversity of the world we serve and an environment where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic self to work.

Your success is vital to our success, which is why we will support you to perform, grow, and contribute – with the confidence to be yourself. And to support your personal wellbeing, we hope you will love our dedication to creating the right work and life balance experience!

Join Spirent and together let’s shape tomorrow!

Qualifications

As a Software Placement Student, you will have completed the 1st and 2nd year of a relevant Engineering degree course. We will be looking for experience or an interest in:

Essential

• Programming using either C, C++, Python, C# or Java
• Processor technology and its application
• Using source control tools such as Git or SVN
• Software IDEs, such as Visual Studio or Eclipse

Bonus

• Linux based operating systems
• A related embedded or real‑time programming environment
• Developing multi‑core or multithreaded software
• GPS systems or receiver technology

Job Behaviours

• Excellent communication skills across a range of stakeholders and/or cross‑functional teams
• Ability to work as part of a multi‑site team and preparedness to seek out help when neededSolutions focused with good problem‑solving skills
• Curious with a self‑driven mindset for learning new technologies