Software Engineer
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Job Description
Job description
Kinneir Dufort (KD) is a world-class user-centred innovation and product development consultancy specialising in the medical and consumer health sectors. As part of the SteriPack Group we collaborate globally with contract manufacturing facilities in Europe the USA and Asia alongside additional design and product development teams in New Jersey and Colorado.
We are currently seeking a Software Engineer with demonstrable professional experience to join our talented team and contribute to delivering exceptional solutions for our clients.
Job requirements
About you
You will have a strong foundation in embedded systems and the versatility to work higher up the stack. You will be a team-player passionate about engineering science and technology. Youll enjoy problem-solving and working in a fast-paced varied consultancy environment. We need you to feel comfortable when discussing project objectives and challenges with all stakeholders including clients.
Your skills and experience
Essential:
Proven track record of software development in a professional environment
An understanding of software engineering best practices and design principles
Embedded software development skills (C/C)
Exposure to embedded systems preferably STM32 CubeMX etc.
Experience working with embedded operating systems e.g. FreeRTOS Zephyr Embassy and/or application-level software
A solid understanding of common wired and wireless communications protocols including I2C UART SPI Bluetooth LE
Confidence and authority when presenting work to clients or others in your team
Ability to write structured compliant documentation and communicate clearly
The ability to communicate your ideas and collaborate in broad project teams
Desirable:
Experience of working in a consultancy environment
Medical device development experience including developing safety critical software to EN 62034 and the related ISO 14971 standards
Some experience with higher level languages such as Python Javascript HTML Objective C/Swift Java or C#
Experience with GUI frameworks e.g. Qt TouchGFX Crank
Experience with Git Jira Confluence or equivalent tools
Comfort working across multiple layers of the stack from hardware to application logic
This is a full-time role based in our beautiful Bristol City Centre HQ however a proportion of the work can be conducted while working from home. The role may also involve some travel to client sites for sales and project activity.
The salary band for this role is 40800 to 50000 depending on skills and experience. You will be asked to confirm your salary expectations as part of your application.
Why work with us
KD offers interesting and varied work combined with a supportive team culture to provide a stimulating environment where you will have the opportunity to develop and learn from others. We offer flexible working policies where working patterns are agreed with our line managers taking into account the role needs of the individual and the team.
We recognise that we are only as good as our people and we know how important it is to support our team.
We offer:
Performance-related company-wide bonus.
Flexible hybrid working in line with our core hours (MonThu 9:30am12:00pm & 2:00pm4:00pm; Fri 9:30am12:00pm).
Private healthcare for you and your family.
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
Matched contributory pension scheme.
25 days of annual leave plus the option to purchase up to one working week and additional days for length of service.
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and digital wellbeing platform.
Cycle to Work & Electric Vehicle Lease schemes.
Death in service (x4 gross salary).
Training and development opportunities including dedicated learning days and regular knowledge-sharing sessions.
A free lunch the first Monday of every month alongside our company-wide meeting.
Free breakfast every Wednesday and plenty of opportunities to socialise including team-organized activities summer and Christmas parties and more.
About us
KD is based in an iconic Grade II listed building in the heart of Bristol. Our vibrant workspace houses state-of-the-art labs a design studio usability suites and collaborative meeting spaces. Nestled in a lively neighbourhood with independent shops were just a short walk from Park Street the Harbourside and St. Nicks Markets.
We are proud of our values:
Find a way: we work as one team combining our knowledge and experience to unite around a shared goal. We trust each other and do whats needed to get things done and exceed expectations.
Pull together: we believe anything is possible. When faced with challenges we take the initiative using our creative spirit and determination to find bold solutions and deliver results that move us forward.
Care: We act with integrity take pride in our work and support each other. We play our part to make a positive impact for our customers our colleagues and our planet.
Our diverse multidisciplinary team spans research design human factors engineering prototyping manufacturing and beyond. Together we deliver cutting-edge solutions for clients ranging from global leaders to innovative start-ups with a particular focus on medical devices drug delivery orthopaedics and diagnostics.
Do we sound like a good match for you
If youd like to apply or discuss the role wed love to hear from you. If you think you might be the right person for us but want an informal chat first then get in touch via.
We plan to shortlist applications as they are submitted so if you are interested please dont wait. We look forward to hearing from you!
At KD we believe that designing for people means including all people starting with the team behind the work. Our human-centred design ethos is rooted in empathy and our values pull together find a way and care guide us in building a team that reflects the diversity of the world we design for.
We know that different perspectives lead to better ideas stronger collaboration and more meaningful outcomes. If you meet the skills and experience for this role we welcome your application whatever your background identity or path into design. What matters to us is that you share our belief in purposeful people-first design.
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Employment Type
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