Layer 1 Software Engineer

I am currently recruiting for a number of strong Layer 1 Software Engineers to work for a client of mine based in Hertfordshire. Salary is negotiable dependant upon the level of experience the candidate has.

This is an opportunity to join a leading-edge business in a role at the heart of its technology development and see your contribution deliver value to the users, the customers and the company in a very competitive and dynamic industry.

Responsibilities:
* Detailed design and implementation of Layer 1 protocol entities defined by 3gpp and other technical specifications, targeting our VSP Reference Architecture
* Development of test tools and scripts for unit testing and system level testing of protocol entities including physical layer task libraries
* Taking an active role in system level integration: analyzing and resolving any problems found

The ideal candidate should have experience in:

Essential:
* Embedded C and C++ programming (object oriented design)
* Understanding of 2G, 3G and LTE multi-mode communications systems
* Real-time Software Engineering principles
* Understanding of mobile communications hardware environments and constraints
* Familiarity with software development tools (IDE compilers, debuggers, target trace)
* Knowledge of Software Engineering methodologies (Specification, Design, Coding, Test)

Highly desirable:
* Ability to assist in customer demonstrations and sales support
* Interest in computing and communications technologies.

If you have relevant experience I would love to hear from you ASAP as it is an immediate requirement from my client.

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