Software Engineer/Computer Scientist Placement

As a Software Engineer Intern working in the Applied Sciences Group, you'll work closely with our experienced team of Software Engineers, Physicists and Data Scientists to support the deployment of cutting edge algorithms within ITL's hardware platforms.

Here at ITL, we offer

• Real-world experience working on impactful projects.
• Guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Networking opportunities within the technology industry.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Potential for a full-time role upon successful completion of the internship.

This position is suited to a student in their penultimate year of University who has an eagerness to learn and to make the most of an opportunity to experience working with professionals in their chosen field.

Your responsibilities:

You will be working in a fast-paced environment that offers opportunities to create and to develop, our Software Engineers. You will be applying all aspects of their learning while delivering against targets and supporting and improving the efficiency and performance of our codebase and hardware platforms.

As a Computer Science Intern, you will:

• Collaborate with the computer science team to design, develop, and test software applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code for various projects.
• Debug and troubleshoot issues in existing systems.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute to the development of new ideas.
• Conduct research on emerging technologies and recommend their applications.
• Document processes, technical designs, and findings.

Do you have experience in Software development?, An undergraduate working towards a degree in either Software Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science or a similar related subject.

Your Skills and Experience:

• Strong experience of programming in Python.
• Basic knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and object-oriented programming
• Familiarity with software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum)
• An excellent communicator who's analytical minded with a practical approach to solving problems., A better way... Through our people, drive and commitment we push boundaries to deliver innovative products and services.

• A competitive salary
• Flexible working hours
• 32 days holiday, (including public Holidays) plus the opportunity to earn up to an extra 13 days holiday each year
• Educational Sponsorship
• Enhanced Pension Contribution
• Healthcare Insurance (including dental)
• Wellbeing support
• Life Insurance
• Income Protection Insurance
• Free secure parking
• Onsite electric car charging points
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Informal dress code
• Paid breaks, with free premium hot drinks

Trading for over 30 years here at Innovative Technology, where we now have offices on five continents and employ around 400 people, with over 170 based from our state-of-the-art R&D hub. From self-service checkouts to arcade machines, we provide our retail, banking, kiosk, vending, gaming and amusement customers with products and services that help them securely accept automated payments, with our industry-leading technology keeping us at the forefront of our sector. We also provide facial analysis technology for age estimation and control access for some of the world's leading companies. By being true to our values of Innovation, Collaboration, Respect and Drive we've seen significant growth and won numerous domestic and international awards, whilst offering outstanding career opportunities and great benefits. You'll find us on the edge of the Pennines and less than half an hour from central Manchester, with modern offices, free parking and excellent transport links.