Software Engineer (C Programming Experience)

Druid Software

Software Engineer Location: Bray County Wicklow

Essential Requirements for the role:

3 years (post qualification) professional experience in C

Examples of the application knowledge of C must be outlined in the work experience section of CVs

About Druid Software

Founded in 2000 Druid Software is based in the seaside town of Bray Co. Wicklow. We develop mobile network solutions for business users. What does that mean It means we develop software thats required to operate cellular networks. You use cellular networks where you have to connect devices that need to be mobile. This can be as simple as a walkie talkie on a building site or as elaborate as an AI equipped camera on a 5G enabled race track.

We started with 2G and now we deploy the most cutting edge of 5G networks. We focus specifically on private cellular networks as opposed to public networks so we work with our hardware and system integrator partners to deploy private networks for enterprises.

The Role

We want a talented candidate to join one of our agile sprint teams where we are building the latest communications software technology.You wont be following a guide as youll be working on the bleeding edge. Are you up for the challenge of something that is new in every sense of the word Dont want to settle for just any old job If you want to make an impact in the world of tech join us.

We are on the cusp of the 5G explosion so we need the right people to join our team. Explosion isnt an exaggeration - with enterprises producing more data with the number of connected devices continuing to grow (as practically anything is capable of becoming an IoT device nowadays) with enterprises wanting higher data speeds more reliable data connectivity and enhanced data security things are moving quickly.

Duties and Responsibilities

Working as part of an innovative engineering team.

Hybrid Working.

Contributing to our cellular network products that utilise 4G and 5G technologies.

Utilising the power flexibility and security of Linux-based platforms.

Use of C C Python Javascript & other programming languages

Experience of using Django.

Use of GNU-based development tools like gdb.

Daily use of a desktop Linux OS

Follow team processes and methodologies using agile techniques and GIT & JIRA tools.

Certain projects will involve working closely with customers and traveling to customer sites.

Continual learning of new techniques and emerging technologies relevant to post.

The post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office.

Benefits:

A competitive salary with bonus.

Hybrid Working.

Possibility of temporary Druid housing.

Employee Share Option Scheme after one years service.

5% Pension contribution after one years service.

Death in service benefit after one years service.

Flexible Working Hours.

22-25 days Annual Leave depending on length of service.

Team get togethers to celebrate successful quarterly Demos.

Some Druid branded gear to get you started.

No Meetings Fridays.

Technical and business training.

Mentoring and coaching.

Career Development Opportunities

Opportunity to travel for work related purposes.

Opportunity to work alongside leading engineers in newly emerging technologies.

Person Specification

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have obtained:

A Bachelor of Science or Engineering (Degree) in Computer Science Software Engineering telecommunications or equivalent.

It is desirable for the candidate to have obtained or be on course to obtain:

Post graduate qualification in a related field.

Knowledge and Experience

The successful candidate will have:

A minimum of 3 years in a software engineering role

Experience in the software industry.

Knowledge of networking e.g. IP TCP UDP.

Experience with C/C and/or python programming languages.

Experience with development tools e.g. debugger memory checker profiler.

Experience with a server-based Linux OS e.g. Debian Redhat RockyLinux.

Knowledge of working with modern IT environments e.g. VMs VPNs VLANs.

Experience with agile processes and associated tools e.g. JIRA.

Good knowledge of software design processes and software testing principles.

It is desirable for the candidate to have:

Daily usage of a desktop-based Linux OS e.g. Ubuntu Fedora.

Experience with Linux-based development tools e.g. vim/emacs valgrind strace gprof.

A side or passion project. Preferably software based but not essential.

Skills and Competencies

Highly motivated with the drive to solve problems and expand knowledge.

An ability to work under pressure on high-priority service-affecting issues.

A solid team player with a high level of interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues.

Flexible and adaptable to evolving business needs and work patterns.

Strong focus on Quality and Customer satisfaction.

Planning and organisational skills.

Conditions of Employment
Contract will be for a permanent full time position subject to successful completion of a Probation period.

Required Experience:

Senior IC