Software Engineer

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About SFD Systems

We are a young technology start-up company set to change the face of retailing.   We have developed the best-in-class digital-price-ticketing system which will enable retailers to automate their on-shelf pricing, extend their promotional opportunities and improve the appearance of their retail environments.  Our products are set to appear in a variety of international retailers, and having just secured expansion funding we are now expanding our team to enable us to meet our ambitious business goals.

This is an opportunity for a bright spark to join our development team on the ground floor and champion the design and development of new elements of our product portfolio.

Title

Software Engineer

Job Objective

The Software Engineer’s role will be to specify, design and implement software components of SFD System’s retail technology system across the full stack from network level down to firmware.

Main Responsibilities

  • Participate in all aspects of the product development cycle
  • Write high quality code in line with pre-agreed timescales
  • Ensure that code is of a suitable quality through code reviews, appropriate testing and continuous improvement activities
  • Contribute to the development of processes and a culture that produces high quality products and code
  • Work effectively with other members of the engineering team to deliver fully functioning, well tested systems
  • Work effectively with all members of the business
  • Manage your time and output appropriately

Experience

You should have some experience of developing code in a commercial environment, but mainly we’re looking for intelligence, enthusiasm and a self-motivated attitude.

Skills

We’re looking for the following software skills in combination with excellent problem solving:

  • Javascript
  • GIT
  • Linux & embedded linux
  • Embedded C
  • Python
  • Network systems development and internet core protocols
  • High performance code
  • Data structure and algorithm design and implementation
  • SQL
  • HTML/XML

Education & Qualifications

  • University degree in the field of computer science, engineering, physical sciences or mathematics or another rigorous discipline.

Where we are

Our office and demonstration suite are based in beautiful countryside near Newmarket, within an easy commute of Cambridge.  We enjoy good transport links and plenty of parking.

Our Values

  • We take pride in our work.
  • We are honest and straightforward. 
  • We value our customers, focus on delivering them value and go the extra mile to meet their needs.
  • We believe that teamwork and collaboration will allow us to achieve our goals & ambitions.
  • We value our staff, investors and stakeholders and the contribution they make to our team.
  • We are all prepared to spot what needs to be done and roll up our sleeves to make sure our team delivers its goals.

To apply please contact [email protected]