Junior R&D Engineer - Software

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Shipley, Bradford, West Yorkshire, England
In-Office
Junior
Energy • Utilities • Renewable Energy
The Role
Assist in developing and innovating a technology platform for IoT and energy management through software development and R&D projects.
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About Switch2

Switch2 develops cutting-edge IoT and energy management solutions that help organisations monitor, control, and optimise energy consumption. Our platform connects thousands of devices across multiple sites, delivering real-time insights and automation. As a growing company at the forefront of IoT and sustainability, we empower our engineers to innovate and make a tangible environmental impact. 

Key Responsibilities

You will contribute to the development and innovation of our technology platform across multiple domains:

  • Software Development: Build and maintain solutions spanning web applications, cloud services, edge computing, and embedded systems integration.
  • Research & Innovation: Participate in R&D projects to explore emerging technologies, prototype new features, and evaluate tools/frameworks.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with embedded engineers, DevOps teams, and product managers to deliver end-to-end solutions.
  • Quality Assurance: Write clean, maintainable code, contribute to test automation, and engage in code reviews to uphold best practices.

Essential Requirements    

    Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.
  • Enthusiasm for technology and software development.

    Technical Skills:

  • Strong programming fundamentals in languages such as JavaScript, Python, Java, or C/C++.
  • Familiarity with web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and Git.
  • Experience with frontend frameworks (React, Vue) or backend technologies (Node.js, REST APIs).

    Personal Qualities:

  • Curiosity, resilience, and a collaborative mindset.
  • Strong communication skills and a commitment to continuous learning.

Desirable Requirements:

  • Knowledge of embedded systems (C/C++, Arduino/Raspberry Pi, MQTT) or DevOps tools (Docker, AWS/Azure).
  • Familiarity with databases, microservices architecture, or responsive design principles.

What We Offer:

  • Career Development: Structured mentorship, conference/training budgets, and progression pathways for specialists or generalists.
  • Hybrid Working: Flexible balance between office collaboration (Shipley) and remote focus.
  • Competitive Benefits: Private healthcare, pension scheme, 25 days’ holiday, cycle-to-work scheme, and on-site perks.
  • Innovative Culture: Work on impactful projects with exposure to IoT, sustainability, and cutting-edge tech.

Why Join Switch2?

This role offers hands-on experience across full-stack development, embedded systems, and cloud technologies, supported by senior engineers invested in your growth. Contribute to solutions that reduce energy waste and support renewable energy adoption, while building a versatile skillset for long-term success in tech.

Top Skills

Arduino
AWS
Azure
C/C++
CSS
Docker
Git
HTML
Java
JavaScript
Mqtt
Node.js
Python
Raspberry Pi
React
Rest Apis
Vue
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The Company
HQ: Shipley
153 Employees
Year Founded: 1981

What We Do

Switch2 is the UK’s most experienced and capable provider of end-to-end solutions for heat networks.

We make a success of heat networks owned by local authorities, housing associations and private developers. We help to optimise energy efficiency, manage renewable energy, and focus on well-performing schemes, whilst minimising costs to the resident.

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