Graduate Software Engineer
Graduate Software Engineer
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Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions we believe that everything starts with our people. Were a global closeknit community united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike enabling the coordination thats critical for safer communities safer schools safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
Were looking for talented hard working Computing Science graduates to join us at our Glasgow office and help us develop our cutting edge mobile application.We offer full training and support so new graduates are encouraged to apply.
Our Pronto team is the largest supplier of mobile police apps in the UK providing software to over a third of the UKs 45 police forces used by around 30000 police officers on a daily basis. Based in the West End of Glasgow we currently have around 50 employees. Our team started as Kelvin Connect in 2002 a spinout company from the University of Glasgow. Now as part of Motorola Solutions we continue to expand with future opportunities in the UK and beyond. We have a relaxed but hardworking environment where jeans and tshirts are the norm and good ideas and debate are encouraged. Youll work as part of an agile team taking part in sprint planning sessions daily scrums and sprint reviews and retrospectives.
Job Description
Please be aware that this role is for an immediate start and will not be available for candidates graduating in 2025 (but dont worry we will have lots of vacancies next year!.
Key responsibilities of Jr Software Developer:
Youll be responsible for writing Java XSLT and using our inhouse tools to produce Android applications. You dont need any previous experience other than a strong Computing Science or Software Engineering degree as youll be trained by experienced staff throughout the role and work alongside our highly skilled team.
While a large part of the Jr Software Developer role is development work the role is designed as a graduate position where youll be exposed to the full life cycle of a project including requirements capture design implementation and testing. After you have a few years of experience under your belt there are opportunities to progress into Senior Developer Business Analyst and Project Management roles depending on your preference and abilities.
Basic Requirements
As Jr Software Developer you will require:
3 years UK residency is required for security check
A minimum of a 2:1 degree in BSc Computing Science BSc Software Engineering MSc Software Engineering or similar.
Some experience with Java but more importantly an excellent general understanding of programming concepts
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
We believe that to develop great software we need to clearly understand the requirements of our end users so we encourage the team to get out and about and meet our customers. Once youve been here for a while the role may involve occasional customer site visits so you should be willing to undertake some travel as required (accompanied by a more experienced member of the team).
In return for your expertise well support you in this new challenge with coaching & development every step of the way. Also to reward your hard work youll get:
Competitive salary and reward package
25 days holiday entitlement bank holidays
Attractive Pension Scheme
Free Private Medical Insurance
Flexible working options
Life Assurance
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
Career development support and wide ranging learning opportunities
Employee Health and wellbeing support EAP Wellbeing guidance etc.
Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives including support for volunteering days
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Travel Requirements
Under 10
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
New GradReferral Payment Plan
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Airwave Solutions LimitedEEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion or belief sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other legallyprotected characteristic.
We are proud of our peoplefirst and communityfocused culture empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If youd like to join our team but feel that you dont quite meet all of the preferred skills wed still love to hear why you think youd be a great addition to our team.
Were committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation please email .
Employment Type
Full-Time
