Software Developer

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Carallon is a product research and development company creating industry-leading award-winning products. Based in London, we specialise in industrial hardware and software design for the entertainment industry; encompassing lighting control, LED video processing and motion control. Many of our hardware products have their own integrated user interfaces, while others have accompanying configuration software that runs on desktop or mobile, and we also develop standalone software products. For details of some of our products see www.pharoscontrols.com and www.bromptontech.com*About the role:*The Software Developer position is within our development team, which works concurrently on a variety of exciting, cutting-edge projects. As the team is growing rapidly we are seeking to increase our capability to develop robust software solutions for the entertainment industry. The Software Developer would work closely with our existing software team to design, develop and integrate application-level solutions to technical challenges within our suite of products.We offer a very friendly, flexible and supportive working environment. Our development team is close-knit and highly motivated with a keen interest in the products it creates. A successful candidate should be similarly minded to work in the driven, focused environment required to bring original and ground-breaking products to market. It is a unique opportunity to develop engineering solutions that will be used to create spectacular events ranging from televised award-shows such as the Oscars, to corporate events for the world’s leading brands, to the biggest rock-and-roll tours.*Key responsibilities:** Design and implement software solutions for our suite of products* Take responsibility for specific product features and provide regular development updates* Perform code reviews and help other software developers working as part of a team*Essential qualifications:** Genuine interest in software design and technical challenges* 2:1 or higher degree in a related subject from a Russell Group university or equivalent* Knowledge of C and/or C++* Attention to detail* Ability to communicate ideas and concepts effectively in spoken and written English within a technical environment* Evidence of the ability to work as part of a team, sharing skills, experience and interests with colleagues*Desirable extras:** Familiarity with development using the Qt toolkit* Excellent time management, including the ability to prioritise conflicting tasks appropriately* Ability to discuss prior design work and explain the design processes involved and justify decisions made* Knowledge of Git and Gerrit version control and code review tools* Experience working with video or lighting for live entertainment* Experience with any of the following: Python, Jenkins build system, Linux-* Employee-owned company* Employee Council* Employee ownership bonus scheme* Employee Emergency Fund* Pension* Cycle to work scheme* Performance bonuses* Flexible working* Coaching and Mentoring* Social programme including games nights* Telephone call* Technical Test* Video/In-person interview* OfferC, C++, QTC, C++, QT, Git, Python, Jenkins, Linux