R&D Principal Technologist

AVEVA is creating software trusted by over 90% of leading industrial companies.

Position: R&D Principal Technologist

Location: UK, Cambridge (Hybrid)

Employment type: Full-time

The Job

We are looking for talented developers with the skills and passion to successfully implement complex technical solutions / platforms. While prior experience of build systems, componentisation, Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD) will be an advantage, this role is an opportunity for talented developers to move into Platform Engineering.

You will work in AVEVA’s E&D Foundations team researching, designing, implementing and maintain core software components for the Dabacon Products suite using a variety of technologies: Azure DevOps, YAML Pipelines , C#, C++, Fortran

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure a deep understanding of software, it’s modules and the infrastructure and contexts in which it runs
• Demonstrate sound decision making on work to be sure it is delivered in a timely manner.
• Design, implement and maintain both the core components used by other product teams.

Desired Experience

• Able to demonstrate examples of strong design and coding skills with a reputation for delivering quality results quickly.
• Learn new skills through a balance of self-education, internal training and mentoring.
• Followed Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Knowledge of developing / maintaining software in a legacy environment.

Great skills to have

• Problem-solving: You’ll need to enjoy getting stuck into problems. Troubleshooting and solving challenging problems is a big part of this role.

R&D at AVEVA

Our global team of 2000+ developers work on an incredibly diverse portfolio of over 75 industrial automation and engineering products, which cover everything from data management to 3D design. AI and cloud are at the centre of our strategy, and we have over 150 patents to our name.

Our track record of innovation is no fluke - it’s the result of a structured and deliberate focus on learning, collaboration and inclusivity. If you want to build applications that solve big problems and do impactful work, join us!

About AVEVA

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life - such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals and minerals - safely, efficiently and more sustainably.

We’re the first software business in the world to have our sustainability targets validated by the SBTi, and we’ve been recognized for the transparency and ambition of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We’ve also recently been named as one of the world’s most innovative companies.

If you’re a curious and collaborative person who wants to make a big impact through technology, then we want to hear from you! Find out more about at https://www.aveva.com/en/about/careers/.

UK Benefits include:

Flexible benefits fund, emergency leave days, adoption leave, 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), pension, life cover, private medical insurance, parental leave, education assistance program.

It’s possible we’re hiring for this position in multiple countries, in which case the above benefits apply to the primary location. Specific benefits vary by country, but our packages are similarly comprehensive.

Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/benefits/

Hybrid working

By default, employees are expected to be in their local AVEVA office three days a week, but some positions are fully office-based. Roles supporting particular customers or markets are sometimes remote.

Hiring process

Interested? Great! Get started by submitting your cover letter and CV through our application portal. AVEVA is committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities. Please let us know in advance if you need reasonable support during your application process.

Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/hiring-process

About AVEVA

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software with more than 6,500 employees in over 40 countries. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life - such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals, and minerals - safely, efficiently, and more sustainably.

We are committed to embedding sustainability and inclusion into our operations, our culture, and our core business strategy. Learn more about how we are progressing against our ambitious 2030 targets: sustainability-report.aveva.com/

Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/

AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a drug screening and comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third-party personal data may involve additional background check criteria.

AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business. AVEVA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your recruiter. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.