Software Developer

Yokogawa Marex has an exciting opportunity for a experienced software developer with a strong track record of software development in C++.

Reporting to Software Development Manager, as an experienced software developer in our software development team, you will have a Bachelor level degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology or similar with 5+ years of work experience in a software development environment as a software developer in C++.

You will be developing Microsoft Windows based information systems and applications and be responsible for the design and implementation of complex software components with adherence to quality processes that lead to the delivery of high-quality software applications and solutions that satisfy customer requirements.

You will have a strong technical background and understanding of the software development cycle with experience in design, implementation and test.

Yokogawa Marex, a Division of Yokogawa UK Limited, is a specialist software solutions company developing and delivering software solutions providing valuable insights and actionable information to operate facilities effectively, efficiently, and safely in a profitable and more sustainable way.

As a Software Developer you will:

• Create and review requirements, functional and design specifications, for the development of complex software solutions.
• Work closely with the project manager to create and execute software development projects delivering high quality products
• Develop, modify and review software components, adhering to quality standards in line with requirement, functional and design specifications.
• Plan, design and develop white box tests (including automated unit tests) to meet quality metrics.
• Diagnose and assist the support team to resolve software issues including usability, configuration and coding.
• Optimise the use of technology in the development of software solutions.
• Lead technical teams, and mentor team members.
• Produce estimates and development architectures for inclusion in proposals.

We are looking for a colleague with:

• Bachelor level degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology or similar with 5+ years of work experience in a software development environment as a software developer.
• Experience in the development of complex software components in C++.
• Experience in the creation of Software Functional and Design Specifications.
• Experience in software testing, release and maintenance.
• Experience of planning and execution of development projects including estimation, risk management and time management
• Experience of team leadership including the development of team members.
• Experience of working within a structured quality system with knowledge of structured software development methods and processes.
• Enthusiasm, excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), be customer focused, thrive on problem solving, have the desire for continuous quality improvement and be a team player.
• Working Knowledge of Windows and Office.

Desirable but not essential:

• Experience of software development in the Microsoft IDE, DevOps and TFS.
• Experience of development in the Microsoft Stack including .NET.
• Experience in the latest C++ 2017 standards.
• Experience of SQL databases (e.g. MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle).
• Experience of JSON, OData, and cloud technologies.
• Production of requirements specifications.
• Awareness of technology and software trends that may have an impact of the production, testing and delivery of software packages.

What you can expect from us:

• Working at our offices in Cowes, on the Isle of Wight. 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday), with flexibility required to meet customer and business needs.
• A permanent contract with a competitive salary, depending on experience.
• Benefits, including pension with company contribution, death in service cover, bonus, healthcare, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with increments based on length of service.
• Exciting challenges within a global organization that encourages a high degree of individual responsibility, with excellent career opportunities.
• Innovative and advanced high-technology products and services.
• Opportunities for international travel.

Due to the nature of our business, please be advised that at the offer of employment stage we will carry out Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Education and Employment checks on all candidates.

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Not just a job, but a career

Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries. 

Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.

About the Team
Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow". We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.

Diverse, Equitable & Inclusive culture

Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.  We will actively recruit, develop, and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience, knowledge, thinking styles, perspective, cultural background, and socioeconomic status.  We will not discriminate based on race, skin color, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, belief, political opinion, nationality, ethnicity, place of origin, disability, family relations or any other circumstances. Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong, contribute, succeed, and demonstrate their full potential.

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