Primary Responsibility

·         Designing, Developing and Delivering and Managing software for the CLIENT product range.  All of the aforementioned including but not limited to the following:

Responsible for :

·         Design and implementation of complex real-time software systems for CLIENT based on defined requirements

·         Design and implementation of complex real-time GNSS Algorithms for CLIENT based on defined requirements

·         Documenting requirements, design, implementation and testing according to our established design and development process and procedures; CLIENT software applications are defined as visualisation and data communications applications in general

·         software build, configuration and release management

·         specification of software to third party software developers;

·         Fulfilling any other reasonable activity as requested by the Project Manager (Software Applications)

·         Providing focus and direction on new techniques and technologies and identifying new software and firmware technology for use by the CLIENT business

·         Define the scope of work and control of internal / external contractors to ensure out-sourced work is delivered on time and within budget.

Experience, Skills and Knowledge:

The Software/Algorithm Engineer will have:

·         7 years minimum experience, 10 years preferred in software based design; qualification in a Software/Mathematical or Computing discipline required at B.Sc. 2:1 minimum.

·         have at least 7 -years experience in developing real-time software and algorithm applications

·         excellent interpersonal communications skills at all levels and very effective teaming skills

·         collaborative abilities in multi-disciplined teams

·         ability to effectively manage subcontractors, design partners and vendors

·         ability to take work/tasks/projects to closure

·         project management and project oriented skills preferable

·         possess strong programming skills with experience of C, C++, C sharp and .NET (3.5)

·         Version Control systems (preferably Subversion), Cruise Control (or equivalent)

·         Windows (XP with CE also being preferable) programming as well as administration,

·         possess excellent analytical skills and be able to produce high-quality technical reports, procedures and other similar documentation

§  preferably possess knowledge of:

Ø  Satellite Navigation (GPS, GLONASS), GNSS Differential Algorithms and GNSS PPP Algorithms

Ø  Interface control design, TCP/IP Communications and Marine Navigation standards and interfaces

Authority :

The Software/Algorithm Engineer acts on behalf of the Project Manager (Software Applications) with responsibility for all aspects of CLIENT’ software development. The Software/Algorithm Engineer will have authority without recourse to others for making technical decisions, always within corporate policy and guidelines, to deliver the group’s mission and vision.

Reporting :

The Software/Algorithm Engineer reports verbally, on a day-to-day basis and in writing as required to the Project Manager (Software Applications).

Coordinating Obligations :

The Software/Algorithm Engineer coordinates with:

·         Project Manager, Systems, Project Manager, Software Applications and Research and Innovation Manager

·         all Product Managers and the Research, Development and Production Group relating to all aspects of product and service developments, associated customer feedback and findings from ongoing field evaluations and testing.

·         Project Teams for those projects he/she is responsible for.

Health and Safety Responsibilities :

Responsible to the Project Manager (Software Applications) to ensure that all work and activities are carried out in a manner which will secure the health and safety of those involved, and in a manner which minimises the impact on the environment and all to be in line with corporate requirements.