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Software Applications Developer Job in Ringwood

 Location: Ringwood
Job Type: Office based Monday to Friday 8.00 am – 4.00 pm Permanent / Full time and Part Time considered
Salary: £DOE per annum

About the Role

 Our client is looking for a Software Applications Developer to join our team, developing PC-based software applications that support our products and customers. This role involves the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering through to release and ongoing support. The Software Applications Developer will work closely with service teams, sales teams, and customers, contributing to multiple projects simultaneously and delivering high-quality, fully documented software solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop PC-based software applications to meet defined project requirements and timescales
  • Gather and clarify software requirements from service teams, sales teams, and customers
  • Develop applications using established software development processes, primarily in Python
  • Create, execute, and document unit tests, module tests, and integration tests
  • Produce installable PC executables and manage application updates as required
  • Provide technical support to installation teams and customers when needed
  • Deliver fully documented and validated software releases to customers and internal teams
  • Manage workload across multiple projects, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met

 Minimum Skills and Experience Required:

 Essential

  • Engineering or science degree, or equivalent software development qualification and/or experience
  • Strong knowledge of Python for PC application development
  • Experience with widget-based GUI development tools such as Kivy or Qt
  • Proficiency in version control systems such as Git
  • Experience using engineering design and test verification tools
  • Knowledge of cloud services, ideally AWS
  • Understanding of software security and protection against malicious attack
  • Strong organisational skills with a methodical and systematic approach
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team

 Desirable (Training Provided)

  • Experience working with 12V and 24V off-road machinery
  • Knowledge of hydraulic systems
  • Familiarity with TCP/IP and Ethernet-based communication protocols

 What They Offer

  • Opportunity to work on technically challenging and varied projects
  • Training and development in specialist areas
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment
  • Pension contribution and Holiday Pay

 

Your contact for this role
Suzanne Hayter
01202 424824
Suzanne has been working in commercial recruitment in the Dorset area for almost 12 years. She is very passionate about her work and dedicated about going the extra mile to place the right candidate with the right company.

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