Software Engineer (Java / C++) in Abingdon

Halliburton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

Under general supervision, designs, codes, tests, troubleshoots and documents engineering systems applications. The developer will be expected to have experience of common tools and processes used to design, code, test, troubleshoot, document engineering systems applications. Please note, although this is a hybrid position, you will be required to attend their Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire office a minimum of three days per week.

Develops test strategies used in the automated regression testing of these systems. Follows secure coding practices, performs triaging of security issues, and implements fixes to deliver secure applications. Familiar with common software vulnerabilities and leading practices to mitigate. Should have some experience in researching open-source technologies for use in building systems and participate in open source communities as needed. Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity. Proactively identifies areas for improvement within the software system and processes. Develops assignments and schedules. Requires completion of an undergraduate degree in Computer Science or similar discipline, and 4 years of related experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work on a team to deliver new products, features and fixes iteratively using an Agile Scrum approach working with the Team Lead, Product Owner, Scrum Master, Developers and QAs.
• Working with the architects and other developers, provide technical input to the Product Owner.
• Communicate and escalate issues in a clear and timely manner.
• Team management including day to day and career development for team members.
• This is a hands-on role and will be expected to take an active part in development work.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of existing and emerging technologies relevant to the role.
• Working and collaborating with remote teams around the world.

The ideal candidate Qualifications & Experience:

• 4+ years of experience in Software development of complex applications.
• Excellent understanding of design principles and considerations, best practice.
• 4+ years of Java and C++ development experience.
• History of applying best practices, code reviews and quality checks.
• Familiarity with build pipeline tools and technologies such as Gitlab.
• Must be self-motivated but needs to work well in a team environment.
• Excellent analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Self-Starter; willing to learn new technologies, ability to learn fast.
• Knowledge of Eclipse RCP and Eclipse OSGi.
• Swing and SWT experience.
• Understanding of Machine Learning technologies (Python, TensorFlow etc.).
• Experience in Geophysics and/or Geology domain especially Oil and Gas.
• Undergraduate degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent.
• Experienced in working with remote teams.
• Advanced awareness and understanding of AI technologies/tools.
• Familiarity and understanding of modern cloud technologies and microservices.

Additional information:

Must be in or around Abingdon, Oxfordshire, UK. Position is for a Hybrid work schedule.