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In the Ava Security video UI team we work on multiple web-based projects using mainly Typescript and Vue, along with two mobile apps using Swift and Kotlin; though we work with code using a wide variety of different languages and frameworks.
The Role
The role can be flexible based on your experience, preferences and what we’re working on at any particular time. It is not expected that you would be familiar with any of the languages we use, but you should be enthusiastic and willing to learn new things. You will make a defining contribution to the development of our new disruptive product which is a next-generation Physical Security Management System.
Our UI incorporates a wide range of challenging features including an innovative display of real-time threat monitoring across a three-dimensional geographical space, advanced search rules that target historical data, the configuration of machine learning features and intelligent system configuration and management.
Every new graduate hire is assigned a mentor, who will be a senior member of the team. Your mentor will be responsible for overseeing your development through the first few years of your career and ensuring that you are given the necessary support and guidance. Your mentor will also be responsible for ensuring that you will gain experience in a number of different areas.
From day one, graduate software engineers will be given the opportunity to become responsible for designing and developing a key part of the product. You will quickly gain experience across the full software development lifecycle from design through coding, testing, and support across a wide range of technologies and languages.
About you
Although these are not compulsory skills, prior experience in any of the following would be an advantage:
- Working in web development, using languages such as Javascript and Typescript, or frameworks like React, Vue or Angular
- Mobile development on either Android or iOS
- Knowledge of a general-purpose programming language, including any of: Golang, Python, Swift, Kotlin, C, C++, Java
- Experience using Version Control Software such as Git as part of working in a team
- Appreciation of test-driven development, continuous integration/deployment, Kanban
- Designing, developing, and consuming REST APIs
You will also have achieved excellent academic results at a recognised university or are able to demonstrate outstanding technical skills, and are proficient in English. We are looking for a team player who thinks holistically, enjoys solving complex problems and thrives on working autonomously, while not afraid to ask for input and learn from your teammates if you’re stuck.
You should take pride in your work and want a career where your creative abilities will make a difference to the world of technology whilst being part of an impressive R&D environment. If you have experience developing software either for a University project or as a hobby and can show us on GitHub or elsewhere please let us know when you apply so we can discuss it at the interview.
What we offer
- Attractive salary with possibility for stock options
- Flexible working hours
- A remote-friendly organisation, with colleagues working remotely either part or full-time
- A startup with solid financial backing and a long-term horizon
- Travel opportunities, as we have R&D offices in London and Oslo and Sales offices in the US
- An international group of colleagues, working on anything from hardware, software, user experience, artificial intelligence, machine learning, audio/video processing, and analytics, mechanical, and industrial design
- Visa sponsorship available
- Newly refurbished and modern offices with disabled access and good transport links at The Charter Building in Uxbridge
Ava is dedicated to encouraging and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We know that we are able to develop and learn better with a diverse group of people. The experiences, ideas, knowledge, self-expression and talent of our employees form our culture and are instrumental in our success.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, colour, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other protected category.
