Linea Research are offering a unique opportunity for a student to join our Windows Software Development team for their placement year.
This is a hands-on programming position and would suit students with a passion for problem solving who are looking to enhance their skills from within a team of recognised professionals.
Projects in the Software Department are very varied, ranging from creating new functionality in our existing products to totally stand-alone applications, automated testing being an example.
We also want to enhance our Cloud integration to better administer critical things like software updates both with our main Windows application and the networks of connected products.
This placement is designed not only to provide you with hands-on experience, but also to immerse you in the ethos of innovation
Candidate profile
We are searching for a student who is not only passionate about technology, but also eager to make a discernible impact in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.
If you are seeking a placement that challenges you to apply your academic knowledge creatively and practically, we'd like to hear from you.
Key skills
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate course in Computer Science or a related field.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- A keen eye for UX/UI design
Desirable skills
- A basic understanding of WPF
- Some familiarity with C#
- A desire to learn about audio, and the technologies surrounding it.
- Some familiarity with Git
What we offer
- Hands-on experience with cutting-edge audio technology.
- Mentorship from experienced engineers and industry professionals.
- A collaborative, innovative and friendly work environment.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A modern working environment with good transport links to London and Cambridge.
- Opportunities for Hybrid Working after successful probationary period
- Staff discount on industry leading audio products from the Focusrite Group of companies.
About Linea Research
Linea Research is a world leading designer and manufacturer of amplifiers and digital signal processors for use in professional audio.
Users of our products are diverse, ranging from reference quality recording studio designers to the promoters of the world's highest profile events.
We are a technology leader and received the King's award for innovation in 2023.
About Focusrite
Doing a 12-month placement at Focusrite is like becoming one of the family. A rapidly growing, global family. We’re focused on providing opportunities for everyone and anyone to enjoy creating music.
Our placements are very popular, and that’s mainly because you can really get stuck in during your year with us. We don’t ask you to answer the phones and do the photocopying. We want you to help develop our products, market our brands, speak to our customers and make us better. A lot of our previous placements candidates are now full-time employees.
All placements last for 12-months. We pay you £23500 per year (£25650 for London-based roles), and you get to share some of the same benefits as our permanent employees.
Our brands, Focusrite, Focusrite Pro, Novation, Ampify, ADAM Audio, Martin Audio, Optimal Audio, Linea Research, Sequential, Oberheim, Sonnox, OutBoard and TiMax come together around a common mission to remove barriers to creativity.
We work hard. We are professional. And we play hard too. We select really, really talented and passionate people. And we absolutely love our work. So if you think you can bring something new to the mix, we look forward to hearing from you.
Please apply for as many of our placements as you wish.
Timetable for applications
- Deadline to apply: 3rd January 2025
- Interviews: January - March 2025
- Offers made by: 28th March 2025
As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage people to apply regardless of religion, ethnic background, nationality, sexual orientation or gender identity.
We recognise the diversity shortcomings of our industry and are committed to driving change.
Equally, we recognise the major impact that climate change is having on our world and work every day towards being industry leaders in a carbon neutral future.