Founded in 2021 by our sister company Rovco weve announced funding of more than 20 million been voted one of the most innovative and sustainable companies working towards net zero and won awards for Best use of AI and Best technology innovation.
Discover your place in a hybrid / remote team of 100 people that celebrates diversity knowing that every perspective is a valuable part of our success and that empowers you to achieve a fulfilling worklife balance.
In this new role due to growth you will bedeveloping excitingnew capabilities for ourAutonomy and camera system (SubSLAM)products. You will primarily be working in C and Python employing highquality software engineering principles and practices.Your initial focus will be to improve the robustness of the system further enhancing the automated testing capabilities.
Within the team you will contribute towards the design development and implementation of our products. You will be actively engaged in building high quality solutions through peer reviews continuous improvement and using our continuous integration pipelines. You will provide software engineering expertise into a crossfunctional team collaborating with experts in the fields of Robotics Perception and Machine Learning. This will be key to delivering an innovative highquality and valuable product.
You will also havethe opportunity to be involved with fieldtrials to test and evaluate new functionality.You will use your experience to help shapethe technology and processes we use to develop embedded and robotics software in addition to how it interacts with other components as part of an offshore surveying solution.
In addition this is an incredible opportunity to help further the transition to renewable energy.
Objectives & Responsibilities:
Vaarst is an exciting and dynamic environment meaning these are likely to change as we grow upon joining your objectives and responsibilities will include:
Enhancing the endtoend life cycle of software development including the testing and quality processes
Collaborating on technical discussions and decisions
Contributing towards the complete software development process from conception to deployment
Maintaining and upgrading the software following deployment
Breaking down requirements and building appropriate solutions
You Will Also
Make an impact in the energy transition space helping the transition from oil & gas to renewable energy
Be part of a great company with very talented people that is revolutionising an industry
Building knowledge in the company; share yours and absorb others
Continue to learn and develop your personal and professional toolkits with lots of opportunities for collaboration and access to learning tools and events.
Were looking for an experienced and talented software engineer who has what it takes to make a real impact in this role. (we know its tough but please try to avoid the confidence gap. You dont have to match all the listed requirements exactly to be considered for this role):
Developing production level modern C and Python
Expertise in automated testing using techniques such as: TDD BDD regression e2e
Experience with testing embedded systems using techniques such as Hardware in the Loop
Working knowledge ofARM Linux and ROS
Grow together with Vaarst you may have some knowledge of the following if you dont these are areas youll develop in.
Computer Vision techniques such as: SLAM Visual Odometry Structure from Motion Calibration algorithms
Hardware devices using serial I2C etc
3D and Video data including mesh and point clouds
OpenCV library PCL Eigen & Docker
DevOps infrastructure for testing and deploying at scale
Web frontend technologies such as: TypeScript React Three.js Electron
At Vaarst were committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Our hybridremote approach and stateoftheart Bristol Office Hub provide a welcoming space designed to nurture your creativity productivity and wellbeing.
Inaddition youll get an extensive range of benefits so you can focus on doing your very best work:
Flexible hybrid working and a 35 hour work week so you can work when is best for you
25 days annual leave to start with increasing to 35 days after 6 years bank holidays
Sabbaticals at 4 and 6 years and a 500 holiday voucher at 2 years
Private medical insurance including Dental & optical
Career and learning development through paid courses conferences and events
Curiosity fund up to 500 to spend on learning which is not role related
Up to 10% company bonus
Pension up to 6% company contribution
Life Assurance paid 4X salary
Volunteering day to give back to your local community
Enhanced maternity and adoption leave
Cycle to work scheme
Recognition & rewards for doing great work and living our values and behaviours
Flexible working options including reduced hours job share phased return to work term time working compressed hours
Were a sociable tightknit team with monthly socials
Hybrid working Most teams work in our offices 2 days a week to collaborate and be hands on with our technology. When you do visit our Bristol office is 10 minute walk from the train station with its own balcony and Fresh fruit & snacks and drinks in the office
Join Vaarst in our mission to make the world a cleaner greener and safer place by deploying technology for good.
Interview Process
At Vaarst weve designed a straightforward interview process to ensure the best fit for both you and the company. We have adopted anonymised recruitment. This means that your name date of birth and other personal details will not be seen by the hiring team.
Application: Begin by submitting your application with your CV highlighting your skills and experience relevant to the job. Answer key questions on elements that are important to the role.
Talent Partner Interview: We will tell you more about the role the team and Vaarsts mission. This is a twoway conversation; we want to learn about your motivation what you can bring to Vaarst and provide answers to your questions.
Aptitude Test: Demonstrate your critical thinking problemsolving abilities and workplace personality through an aptitude test. It includes a timed cognitive exercise and a workplace personality questionnaire.
Team Interview: Engage in a 1.5hour interview with a few team members. Experience the role firsthand and share your skills and experience. Well discuss our technologies key skills and team dynamics. As always feel free to ask any questions you may have.
CTO Conversation: Meet with our CTO for a 30minute discussion. This is your opportunity to express your thoughts on the role and ask any final questions. Well clarify expectations and ensure this role aligns with your aspirations.
Offer! If you are successful in the process youll receive an offer to join Vaarst and become part of our team.
We value the diversity of our teams and are committed to supporting and welcoming individuals from all backgrounds knowing that every perspective is a valuable part of our success. Should you require any reasonable adjustment throughout the recruitment process please do not hesitate to let a member of the Talent team know.
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