Graduate Software Developer

GRADUATE SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / BICESTER / £25k - £30k BENEFITS Alces Flight have a fantastic opportunity for an up and coming Graduate Software Developer to join our energetic, rapidly expanding team. We design and develop innovative software for HPC/supercomputer systems across the UK, with a wide customer base in multiple market sectors including academic/research institutions, life sciences, banking, manufacturing and Formula One. Due to recent investment we’re expanding our product ranges into Europe and the US - we are now looking for an enthusiastic Graduate Software Developer to assist withthe development of our suite of Linux-based tools for the construction, management and monitoring of large-scale supercomputer systems built and operated on both physical hardware and public cloud IaaS platforms. What’s on Offer? - Highly Competitive Salary (£25,000 - £30,000 DOE) - Exposure to challenging projects, cutting-edge technologies and daily learning opportunities - Generous group pension scheme - Small team with a relaxed working environment in a young up-and-coming company - Training / book allowance - Flexible working hours - we promote a healthy work/life balance culture - Friendly social atmosphere Key Responsibilities of the Graduate Software Developer: - Research, design and implement new software programs - Develop and integrate existing software programs and platforms - Participate in group meetings and make presentations to your peers - Be exposed to cutting-edge software technologies and methodologies and help to move the business forward - Hands on design / implementation and testing - Take full ownership and responsibility for delivery of your projects - Help improve the team/company and product processes - Be exposed to large scale computer systems and supercomputers, as well as emerging technologies such as public and private IaaS Key Skills Required: - All things software development - Working individually as well as part of teams - Your interests/skills have emphasis on open source software and Linux environments - Working with others both technical and non-technical - Solving problems; you understand that most business problems can be solved in numerous ways The Ideal Candidate: - A demonstrable open-source software background (e.g. Github account and projects, etc.) - Is a fast mover; you have a strong drive to build a career in cutting-edge development and administration. - Has a can-do personality, comfortable with communication at all levels - Has degree level education - Has experience in scripting languages such as Bash, Ruby, Python - Interested in web development using Ruby and client-side technologies - Has a great attitude towards learning new and developing existing skills What’s Next? Apply Now Simply submit your CV for this Graduate Software Developer position, and we will be in touch.