Job Offer: C++ Software Engineer (Central London, UK)
Interested in scaling a highly-interactive web service? How about tackling problems in machine learning, data mining, and collaborative filtering? Mendeley is a start-up that's revolutionizing how research is being done. We're committed to building a cutting-edge technology company that makes a great product and is a place where engineers love to work. Our development cycle is extremely fast -- it's common to write code and have it running on the live site within hours. Some of the tools and languages we are using include C++, Qt, PHP, memcached, Hadoop, and MySQL. We're currently hiring exceptional engineers who:
• Write solid code
• Care deeply about users and want to play a major role in technical architecture
• Have worked on projects in their spare time
• Live to learn
If you want to be part of it, here’s your chance: We’re currently looking for a talented C++ Software Engineer to join our Mendeley Desktop team!
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
• Conceptualize, design and implement front- and backend software components
• Code using primarily C++ in a Qt Framework
• Conduct design and code reviews
• Improve efficiency, scalability, and stability of various system resources
• Shape Mendeley with your own ideas, enthusiasm and personality
WHAT YOU SHOULD IDEALLY BRING
• Computer Science or Engineering degree
• Expert knowledge developing and debugging in C++
• Good experience working with Qt or similar toolkits
• Knowledge developing for Windows and/or Mac
WHAT WE OFFER
• Work on a project that will make researchers’ and scientists’ lives happier
• A fun and exciting start-up environment with a bright young team guided by experienced entrepreneurs
• Competitive compensation package including company stock options
Even if you don’t have all the qualities listed above, but think the projects you’ve done speak for themselves – we’ll be happy to get to know you! If you are interested, send your CV, application letter and application pack to: jobs[@]mendeley.com. If you are selected for an interview, we will let you know within two weeks.
Please download the C++ application pack here:
http://www.mendeley.com/blog/jobs/#c-software-engineer
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