The Opportunity:
We are looking for a Junior Test Engineer who is interested in joining a team of expert engineers, working together collaboratively to create groundbreaking technologies that transform the capability of all GNSS devices - smartphones, wearables and vehicles.
Working in our Cambridge office, you will use your technical skills, knowledge and experience to work effectively within our team and have responsibility for both testing and trialling of FocalPoint’s S-GNSS software product, helping to develop our future product offering.
This role is an exciting opportunity that comes with career progression into software and/or algorithmic development relating to GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite Systems), Sensor Fusion and Machine Learning.
Salary range: £28,000 - £35,000 DOE
Key Responsibilities:
Testing
- Running and using experimental software to gather test data, triage and summarise the results, sharing with our Software Development teams
- Work with the Software Development teams to design the tests
- Assist on development and maintenance of test tools, scripts and hardware setup
Trialling
- Designing, coordinating and executing the trials
- Maintaining and operating our trials equipment
- Accurately organise, transfer, store, label and document trials data
- Help train colleagues on how to conduct trials
Additional
- Working with our Software Development teams to discuss their requirements and work within suitable timeframes
- Be responsible for carrying out data collection, with the opportunity to travel worldwide (this could include the US and Asia).
Your Experience:
Essential:
- BSc/MSc in numerate subject (e.g. Maths, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science) or equivalent experience in relevant fields
- Familiarity with Windows, Linux, MacOS, file transfer and networking
- A proactive approach to learn about our technical domain
- Experience of experimental design, execution and reporting (written and oral)
- Flexible, pragmatic approach to problem solving
Desirable:
- Driving license and willingness to drive into central urban areas
- Full passport and willingness to travel
- Basic understanding of GNSS
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
Our Guiding Principle and Values Our guiding principle, Strive for Excellence, sets the expectation of how we operate. It helps to shape our work environment, and how we should navigate everything we do from our day to day behaviours to the way we interact across the organisation. | ||
We value high integrity. We demonstrate this through honesty, transparency and ethical behaviours. | We value high performance. We demonstrate this through active problem solving, proactively seeking out solutions. | We value high collaboration. We demonstrate this through empowering our people and teams, creating an environment that encourages inclusivity and respect. |
Your Development and Perks Our people are the reason why our business continues to thrive. We lead the way in the industry, we care for our people and we are always looking to support your development. Staff are regularly mentored by our team of experts and all employees are offered, bi-annual appraisals, career development plans, training courses relevant to their field and feedback sessions through 1-2-1 meetings. Our generous benefits package includes the following: | |
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Our purpose is to improve every positioning solution
At FocalPoint, our purpose is to improve the accuracy, reliability, and security of everyday devices that rely on positioning technology. We believe that GNSS is one of the marvels of the modern world, considering over a trillion dollars of the US economy and over 800 billion euros of the European economy currently depends on this incredible positioning and timing system. However, the sensitivity and accuracy of current receivers cannot fulfil the demands of 21st century businesses and users.
We develop groundbreaking technology that boosts the accuracy, reliability and security of radio receivers. Chipset manufacturers and Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) partner with us to enhance the capability of their devices, helping to improve the lives of billions of people who rely on location technologies.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
We believe in diversity, equity and inclusion.
We believe that diversity fosters innovation and creativity, and we welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all.