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Graduate Software Engineer

Location: Reading, RG30 1DZ
Working hours: 37.5 hours, Monday – Friday
Salary: Competitive

About BigSis

BigSis is a UK start-up, is applying robotics and artificial intelligence to transform the production of sterile male insects, which are used for chemical-free control of pest insects. BigSis has developed a pilot automated production line and is now focused on scaling to millions of insects per week.

We look to attract candidates who can demonstrate behaviours in sync with our company values which are:

• Spirit – Having innovation, team and fighting spirit!
• Fluid – Working in a flexible way and being open to change
• Trustworthy – Includes honesty, integrity, respect and being approachable
• Growth mindset – Learn and grows & embraces challenges
• Succeeding together – Collaborate and celebrates success together

Purpose and responsibilities

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Software Engineer to join our small, innovative, and fast-paced team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge automated production systems at BigSis, helping revolutionize sustainable agriculture.

About the Role:

As a Graduate Software Engineer, you’ll gain hands-on experience working across multiple areas of our technology stack—from embedded systems on our insect-rearing modules to cloud-based data collection and analytics. You'll also help develop and maintain operational tools and field applications used in real-world deployments.

You’ll be supported by experienced engineers and have opportunities to grow your skills in embedded development, artificial intelligence and cloud services (AWS) / data analytics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing software for embedded systems across BigSis production modules.
• Support the development of field and operational applications used in our insect rearing process.
• Contribute to data handling systems that store and process information in AWS.
• Participate in building and refining AI models for processing at different stages of the insect rearing system
• Collaborate with the team to improve software development tools and workflows.

Qualifications and experience

We're seeking someone who thrives in a start-up environment and is comfortable delivering functional, "good-enough" solutions under time pressure—while continuously refining and improving the systems over time.

Essential

• 2:1 degree in computer science or relevant engineering discipline
• Python/C++/C, PyTorch, Numpy, Pandas, Tensorflow, Computer Vision, OpenCV, JavaScript, HTML
• Solution orientated with an ability to think outside the box

Desirable experience

• Hands-on experience designing and implementing control mechanisms for production line automation
• Design of low power automated systems and/or equipment, e.g. animatronics, vending machines or kitchen appliances
• Use of embedded microcontrollers/IDEs, e.g. Raspberry Pi, Okdo, Tinker Edge R
• AWS cloud storage and data analytics
• Android / IoS mobile applications
• Experience working with 3rd party remote software developers
• Experience working with stepper motors, servo motors, automatic material handling systems
• Project management skills or certification
• Design and assembly of electronic circuits, electrical panels and/or PCBs
• Work in an environment with hygiene and/or regulatory requirements, such as the food, cosmetics or medical sectors

You need to be comfortable working with live insects, including spending time in the hot and humid insect rearing area. Insects and their growth cells are very small, so you need good fine work skills.

Application Process

To be considered for this role, please send a CV and cover letter explaining why you think you are the right person for this job. Please include information about your education, work experience and current salary.

BigSis is an equal opportunities employer. Applicants will be considered without attention to age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and religious background.

You may also have experience in the following: Graduate Software Engineer, Software Developer, Senior .Net Developer,.Net Developer, Lead Developer, Software Engineer, Technical Lead, Senior Software Engineer, Senior Web Developer, Programmer, Software Developer, Developer, etc.

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