• Strong HTML and client-side JavaScript (DHTML)
• Strong ASP with VBScript
• Strong SQL using SQL Server 7 or 2000
• Knowledge of Java or C (C-Sharp)
• Knowledge of XML/XSLT

Pre-requisite skills are real-time, embedded c. Advantageous skills include Unix, Assembly Language, DSP, C++ and Delphi.

The main area of work will be the development of embedded software for medical instrumentation, which will include some real-time and some GUI elements. Typically the real-time software will be on Hitatchi H8 processors, with GUI and application programming on QNX systems. There is also scope for assembly language programming on a variety of small 8-bit microcontrollers and DSP assembly language programming (DSP 2105).

Working hours are 8.30-5:00 (4:30 Friday), 25 days holiday, contributory pension scheme after 3 month probationary period. Private health cover may be offered to more experienced candidates. A wide range of candidates will be considered, the salary range being 14.5k-25k; bonus schemes vary, overtime is only paid on the more junior salaries.

Based in Cardiff, South Wales, the company has approximately 140 employees, covering production, sales, marketing, accounts, IT and engineering. In addition there is a field-based sales team.

The engineering department has mechanical/CAD engineers, electronics design engineers, software design engineers, technicians, production engineers and administration; many engineers are multi-disciplined (e.g. Software & Hardware).

A major new product, launched last year, allows women with high-risk pregnancies to monitor themselves at home and transmit the trace over a telephone to their hospital for analysis. The same product can be used in ante-natal clinics for routine monitoring, and labour wards. The product is modular, with a common "Host" unit (including touch screen, keypad, printer interface, PCMCIA slot) and interchangeable modules. Another module has been developed for monitoring vascular functions, with development of further modules planned for the near future.

There is a new requirement for further Hardware/Software Engineers. Advantageous skills include a mix (some or all) of embedded processor and analogue circuit design, realtime C, QNX/Unix, assembly language, DSP/Algorithms and real-time embedded C.

The main area of work will be the development of embedded software and hardware for medical instrumentation. Typically the real-time software will be on Hitachi H8 Processors. There is also scope for assembly language programming on a variety of small 8-bit microcontrollers and DSP assembly language programming (DSP 2105).

Working hours are 8.30-5.00 (4.30 Friday), 25 days holiday, contributory pension scheme after 3 months probationary period. Private health cover may be offered to more experienced candidates. A wide range of candidates will be considered, the salary range being up to c£25,000; bonus schemes vary, overtime is only paid on the more junior salaries.

We are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer with expertise in real-time software development in C and with familiarity with hardware design.

This position requires initiative and a flexible attitude and we offer in return an attractive salary package and an opportunity to create your own success.

We require a Windows Applications Software Engineer, who has experience of Visual C++ and MFC essential, event based real-time programming is desirable.

This position requires initiative and a flexible attitude and we offer in return an attractive salary package and an opportunity to create your own success.

We are looking to recruit an electronics engineer with specific experience of telecommunication product development from concept to final approval.

Knowledge and experience of BABT/CTR21 standards, GSM, ISDN and modem design would be of considerable advantage. Will have at least 3-4 years demonstrable knowledge and experience of analogue and digital design coupled with DSP, assembler or C programming skills.

• To act as one of the senior technical representatives of the software design group within the division.
• To manage a number of engineers within the software discipline to achieve on-target software deliveries to project programmes in accordance with the PIM Process.
• To undertake requirements gathering, analysis, detail design and reviews for complex software packages within the Diesel group.
• Ensure quality designs are produced through adherence to the published software development procedures.
• To undertake presentations with major customers.
• To undertake full software estimates, plans and bids as required.

• Degree qualification in relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years as a software engineer.
• Experience in dealing with customers within the automotive electronics industry.
• Good commercial awareness with an awareness of product liability issues.
• Experience in developing software for automotive engine management. Systems especially diesel and knowledge of the MISRA guidelines.
• Experience of C coding.
• Experience in validating software for safety related automotive applications.
• Experience of the SASD software development method for real time systems.
• High level of skill with Software development tools, especially Teamwork.
• Good interpersonal skills, team player.
• Ability in a European language preferably French or German would be an advantage.

• Not less than 4 years relevant experience in the automotive, aerospace or communications industries. Candidates with experience in the automotive industry are preferred.
• Knowledge: A thorough knowledge of SASD (Yourdon) is essential, preferably utilising Teamwork, or similar tools, i.e. PROSA, RTEE.
• A working knowledge of C and Assembler is essential.
• Real Time and Hardware knowledge and experience would be valuable, as would knowledge of vehicle systems and electronic design.
• A knowledge of the major microprocessor suppliers and their products would be an advantage, particularly Siemens SAB 166/167.

A knowledge of French or German would be an advantage. A willingness to learn is essential. Should demonstrate an understanding of the cost pressures facing automotive suppliers in a volume production environment.

• Pension scheme
• PRP scheme
• Flexi working
• Relocation package.

• To undertake detail design, coding and reviews for complex software packages within project teams
• To work under the guidance of more senior engineers to produce robust designs
• To ensure that all designs are suited to the agreed/chosen micro platform and are fully compliant with the agreed requirements
• To ensure quality designs are produced through adherence to the published software development procedures
• To undertake internal presentations at project reviews and programme reviews as required
• To carry out software design validation & Test in accordance with the product requirements (including bench and vehicle testing as necessary).

• Degree qualification in relevant discipline
• Minimum of 2 years as a software design engineer
• Experience in developing software for automotive systems
• Experience of the SASD software development method for real time systems
• Experience with Software development tools, especially Teamwork
• Experience in validating software for safety related automotive applications
• Experience of C coding
• Experience with software test tools, especially Cantata
• Awareness of product liability issues
• Good interpersonal skills, team player
• Willingness to progress within the organisation
• Evidence of self development

The existing 2D user-interface for the company's leading software product (a detailed emulation of an aircraft and its systems for training new aircrew and groundcrew) is to be updated to include 3D navigation; experience of 3D programming in an NT environment would be an advantage.

The role will involve user interface design, database design (Paradox, Interbase and Oracle databases), and interfacing with other software packages.

As well as good technical knowledge outlined above, experience of working within a team of developers designing and implementing large systems (ideally using OO methods such as UML) is important.

The salary being offered is in the £15,000 to £20,000 range depending on age and experience. Initial annual leave entitlement is 20 days rising by 1 day per year of service to a maximum of 25 days. A company pension scheme is also operated.

The company is a successful, growing company in a pleasant, convenient location for Gloucestershire and the South West and especially welcomes applications from those already living in the area.

• Develop software using Visual Studio, C++, Visual Basic and PLM
• GUI Design using Microsoft MFC, Motif
• Design software using UML, Rational Rose
• Perform configuration control of the software being produced using clearcase
• Design and develop Real-Time software systems using VxWorks
• Design and develop CORBA/COM distributed applications
• Liaise with all levels of internal personnel and external customers and suppliers
• Work to deadlines and budgets provided
• Estimate cost to completion

Applicants interested in this position must be able to plan and report on progress to Project Management. A confident manner and excellent communication skills are required, as the successful applicant will be expected to liaise with the customer to clarify problems and enhance requirements to perform or manage acceptance activities.

The ability to provide positive input to perform or manage acceptance activities. The ability to provide positive input into the design of a software system is essential and applications must be able to communicate on a variety of levels from Project Managers to collaborating Engineers. Potential candidates must also be willing to visit customer sites should the need arise.

• Develop software using Rose
• Develop and debug embedded software
• Develop software in a Real Time environment using VxWorks and the associated tools
• Develop software using Visual Studio, C/C++, and Visual Basic
• Manage the configuration of the software being produced using ClearCase
• Design and develop CORBA/COM distributed applications
• Manage a small team of up to 3 Engineers
• Liaise with all levels on internal personnel and external customers and suppliers
• Create and maintain plans for work
• Work to deadlines and budgets, providing cost to completion details

Specific knowledge or experience of some or all of the following would be a distinct advantage: Rational Rose, ClearCase, Visual Studio, C++, and Visual Basic. A significant amount of in-depth experience with full lifecycle software development is a pre-requisite.

Applicants interested in this position must be able to plan and report on progress to Project Management. A confident manner and excellent communication skills are required, as the successful applicant will be expected to liaise with the customer to clarify problems and enhance requirements to perform or manage acceptance activities. The ability to work alone under the scrutiny of the customer is also essential for this role and the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines is paramount.

• Develop software using Visual Studio, C++, Visual Basic and PLM
• GUI Design (using Microsoft MFC, X, Motif)
• Design Software using UML, Rational Rose
• Perform configuration control of the software produced using ClearCase
• Design and develop Real Time software systems using VxWorks
• Design and development of CORBA/COM distributed applications
• Liaise with internal personnel and external customers and suppliers

Specific knowledge or experience of some or all of the following would be a distinct advantage: Rational Rose, ClearCase, Visual Studio, C++, and Visual Basic. Previous experience of working in the defence industry would also be beneficial.

Specific aptitudes required for this role are the ability to report on progress, ability to liaise with the customer to clarify problems or to enhance requirements and a professional approach to given tasks.

Applicants will also need to demonstrate the ability to provide positive input into the design of a software system and be able to communicate on a variety of levels from Project Managers to collaborating Engineers.

To generate code to implement systems management functionality for the purposes of realising a number of concepts associated with integrated modular avionics.

To generae software which embodies the selected method and to contribute to the formulation of new projects.

• ATE
• ATLAS

The company develops the firmware for the system on a Sun Solaris platform using Teamware. Control Panel real-time embedded, written in C, to communicate with the Sun host system using TCP/IP, running on a Motorola 68000.

Have a least 2 years UNIX software development experience, programming in C.

• Solaris expereince on Sun Workstations is preferred.
• Experience of SQL databases.
• SyBase experience would be an advantage.

The Company has been around for over 30 years, we design and manufacture a wide range of security systems for both domestic and industrial markets.

We sell to UK, Europe, Asia and South Africa with a turnover of approximately £12 million this year.

A number of new developments are planned for the next year including a radio interface and a low cost Ethernet/IP interface. The company develops all hardware and firmware in house.

Knowledge of Real-Time Operating Systems, particularly relating to embedded environments.

An interest in the integration and testing phases would be most useful, rather than some one who is mainly interested in the design phase.

Familiarity with communications, particularly the internet - from the how is works point of view, rather than the how to design a web page aspect.

Knowledge of layered protocols - someone who has used TCP/UDP/IP in an embedded environment could be useful.

Knowledge of the ColdFire or of the particular operating system Nucleus would be a bonus, but I would not consider it essential.

Positions are available at all levels with a minimum of 2 years' experience in software development covering one or more of the following areas:

C++, GUI Design (preferably using Visual C++), Win95/NT DLL and Active-X development for test systems.

A good familiarity with formal software development methods and tools is a significant advantage.

Candidates would be expected to have demonstrated a capability in one or more of the following application areas:

Real-Time Processor (DSP or micro-controller) S/W development; PC (Win95/NT) based test equipment; Real world software simulation, and have a good understanding of underlying target hardware.

An ability to contribute to the company's software process improvement and implementation would be highly desirable.

Knowledge of TV, Video and Broadcast markets an advantage, who will report to a Product Group Manager, must be an enthusiastic self starter; and will be involved in developing a new range of Subtitle preparation systems using the latest software tools in an NT/2000 environment.

Knowledge of TV, Video and Broadcast markets an advantage, who will report to a Product Group Manager, must be an enthusiastic self starter; and will be involved in developing a new range of Subtitle preparation systems using the latest software tools in an NT/2000 environment.

• Delphi 4 or 5
• SQL
• UML
• Corba

C/C++ ideally with MFC/Windows NT.

Along with an excellent benefits package there are also exciting training and development opportunities, and the chance to further your career with a market leader.

This would involve good embedded software skills using C and Assembler.

This exciting and challenging position would suit someone looking to further develop a wide experience in the electronics industry.

The candidate should ideally have some knowledge of electronics. They are a small company (approximately 50 people) based in Leeds who design and manufacture a range of low volume niche market products for security applications.