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Established in 1981 Burtons has been supplying the veterinary industry with a full range of products for over 40 years.\nFundamental to the provision of safe anaesthesia is the support of well-designed ventilation and patient monitoring equipment. Burtons have a range of products designed specifically for veterinary use, with embedded or mainstream operating system software running mainly on Windows PC's or Linux platforms.\nAbout the role:\nDue to the growth of the company and range of products, Burtons require an experienced programmer to expand the development team. Burtons are looking for an experienced programmer well versed in Windows and Linux software development using predominantly C++, but also C#, .NET and web-based programming languages. The role will involve working on user-interface software for the control of mechanical ventilators and the monitoring of patients under anaesthesia. 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Current C++ projects include new animal ventilators, new Multi-Parameter patient monitors and a new ventilator simulation system.\nBe involved in the creation of new C++ software from scratch, matched to the requirements of new products.\nSupport existing code in legacy products (C++ and C#) by responding to customer reports and identified software defects.\nSupport the development team with university and internal research projects.\nWork with the development team to expand the platform usage of existing software to include hand-held devices such as tablets and mobile phones.\nDemonstrate a desire to take ownership of own work and maintain excellent attention to detail.\nWork across departments to provide bespoke software solutions\nAbout you:\nPrimary:\nMinimum 5 years' experience of developing applications using Windows Visual Studio\nWell versed in predominantly C++ and C, with experience of C#, and .NET\nStrong experience of working with Windows and Linux operating systems\nAbility to adopt ownership of responsibility for a project, to oversee meeting of deadlines and project objective.\nTertiary education with supporting qualifications\nDemonstration of previous industry work history\nDemonstration of extensive knowledge and previous experience may be considered in place of formal tertiary qualifications\nSecondary:\nGood organisational and planning skills\nClear and precise documentation and annotation for code development\nAbility to work alone and as part of a development team\nAbility to understand and focus on the core requirements of a task\nAbility to clearly explain ideas and concepts to less experienced members of the team or members of other departments\nBeneficial:\nExperience of embedded systems\nC, C++ programming in embedded systems\nWorking with the Microchip range of microcontrollers\nExperience of working with iOS and Android platforms\nBenefits:\nCompetitive annual salary £50,000 to £60,000 (dependent on experience)\nPermanent contract, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday; 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