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Software Engineer – Applications

Location: 

Bristol, GB

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world.  Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development.  We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world. 

 

As part of Detection and Measurement, Radiodetection is a global leader in the design and development of equipment and software used by utility companies to install, protect, and maintain underground infrastructure networks.  Through precision and magnetic locators and ground penetrating radar, we help prevent damage to infrastructure utilities and protect lives.

 

JOB SUMMARY

We are looking for a Software Engineer to work within the Radiodetection Software Development Team to help us build new experiences, improve existing products and develop management systems for
our Cable location, Video inspection and Time Domain Reflectometry products.

As a core participant of your team, you’ll estimate engineering efforts, plan implementations, and triage production issues. You need to be dynamic, collaborative, and curious as well as an impeccable communicator as you will be expected to collaborate with distributed teams.

 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As Software Engineer you will be: -
•    Taking a leading role in the Software Engineering team
•    Responsible for the full software lifecycle from concept stage through delivery to post launch support.
•    Developing and working on features within desktop software such as our RD Manager product and within our SaaS offer C.AT Manager Online.
•    Coding, testing, and debugging integrated systems to a high standard.
•    Focused on Code optimization to drive low latency performance on our solution stack.
•    Using dev tools such as Azure Dev Ops, BitBucket, Git, Jira, Confluence, and others.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

To be a Senior Software Engineer at Radiodetection, you will have:-
•    4+ years programming skills - Ideally C#/C++ although candidates with other programming backgrounds would be considered, e.g. Java, NodeJS, JavaScript, Angular
•    Ability to write clear and concise code whilst implementing appropriate software design patterns
•    Strong understanding of operating systems such as Linux and Windows
•    Willingness to learn and use new programming languages
•    OO design and programming skills in C++ and C#
•    Knowledge and experience with Visual Studio and .NET technology
•    SQL Server
•    WCF and Web API
•    Winforms / WPF / UWP
•    Prism and Unity
•    Expression Blend
•    Knowledge of InstallShield
•    MVC (Model View Controller), JavaScript, JQuery, Ajax
•    Experience in Web front-end development
•    Knowledge of version control systems
•    Knowledge of Bluetooth communication stack

 

Desirable
•    Knowledge Web Service Technologies that interact with Mobile devices.
•    Knowledge of TDD methodology
•    Knowledge of markup languages (mainly XML and HTML)
•    Knowledge AGILE techniques (SCRUM)
•    Knowledge of Secure Development Life Cycle
•    Knowledge of markup languages (mainly XML and HTML)

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required Education / Experience
•    Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, related field or equivalent experience
•    Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills
•    Ability to learn and adapt quickly and excellent problem solving skills
•    Experience of Test Driven Development approach to commercial software

 

Preferred Education / Experience
•    Working experience with Agile / Scrum-based development methodology.
•    Experience with Atlassian JIRA, Confluence and Kanban are highly recommended
•    Ability to work with distributed teams

 

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How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are.  Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other.  Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.  

 

Why you should join us

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

  • Generous holiday with ability to buy/exchange, enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
  • Access to competitive insurance plans (including medical, dental and travel), cycle to work and free parking from your first day
  • Generous life assurance and employer contributions to company pension plan
  • Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
  • Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

 

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day.  We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.

ABOUT SPX

SPX is a diversified, global supplier of infrastructure equipment with scalable growth platforms in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), detection and measurement, and engineered solutions. With operations in 17 countries and approximately $1.4 billion in annual revenue, we offer a wide array of highly engineered products with strong brands.

SPX TOTAL REWARDS

At SPX , what’s in it for our employees transcends market-competitive compensation and benefits.  Our Total Rewards program also includes opportunities for employees’ personal development, career growth, and recognition. These programs focus on alignment and assessment of organizational, team, and individual efforts toward achieving business results. Our development and career growth programs empower our employees to enhance their skills, develop new competencies, and pursue career goals. SPX benefits package provides choices designed to help employees manage their well-being. Our compensation programs are performance-based to recognize and reward employees who work hard, display the values and leadership practices we embrace, and deliver exceptional results.

OUR VALUES

  • Integrity
  • Accountability
  • Excellence
  • Teamwork
  • Results

At SPX, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We use our values every day to help us make the right decisions. We embrace a common purpose and strive for improvement. We respect and value each other as individuals and recognize that only by working together, as a team, can we reach our full potential. We take responsibility for our actions, build strong relationships with each other and our customers, and always act ethically. Our values inspire us to achieve the high standards of quality, safety, and performance that our customers expect and deserve.

WORKING AT SPX

Our work environment is established on a work-life philosophy supported by policies, programs, and practices that help employees achieve success within and outside the workplace. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where employees strive to realize their fullest potential.  We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.

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