DCU- intra 2027 Computer Science/Computing for Business/Electronic and Computer Engineering

• COMPANY PROFILE: Founded in 2000, Druid Software is based in Bray Co. Wicklow and is an
• innovative and dynamic organisation developing private cellular network platforms for the latest 4G
• and 5G technology innovations-which makes Druid a very exciting place to work! We have a very
• talented group of Druids, where teamwork and collaboration are key to our continued success.
• LOCATION: 2nd Floor, Block D, Bray Civic Centre, Bray, Co. Wicklow, Ireland, A98 E1W9 – Currently
• operating under Hybrid Model.

TITLE: Software Development Internship

• Are you interested in leading-edge technology, 4G/5G networks, and IP networking? Our Technology
• platform is a software product that is deployed all over the globe in mission & business-critical
• environments. Are you the type of person who is passionate about high-quality software and will
• find defects in all stages of the product life cycle? Do you have or are you interested in developing
• skills in cellular networks, IP Networks, Linux, C, and Python? Do you have your own set of skills that
• will help us build the best enterprise cellular network available today?
• OPPORTUNITY: The Engineering function, which comprises of a wide range of skill sets, is a high
• performing team and a critical part of the continued success of Druid’s strategy. This is an exciting
• opportunity to join our team of software engineers and to gain experience by contributing to the
• development and delivery of mobile network software. The successful candidate will assist software
• engineers to develop and deliver solutions across multiple platforms as we move into new
• geographies and new markets.
• HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per work.
• SALARY: €29,432 per annum pro rata

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Working closely with the Development team on several programming languages, which may
• include Python and C, in a Linux environment
•  Technologies include network programming, VoIP, understanding of real-time systems and
• multi-threading.
•  Working with the Software Engineers to develop, implement, test and support solutions.
•  Developing project management skills and methodologies to assist team in ensuring timely,
• effective and cost-efficient systems delivery and associated maintenance.
•  The intern will perform other duties as appropriate to a trainee, which may be assigned to
• him/her from time to time, and to contribute to their development during the internship.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

•  Knowledge of & interest in C, C++, Python, Linux, network programming, VoIP,
• understanding of real-time systems, multi-threading, Kubernetes, cloud environments,
• OpenShift, Grafana, Prometheus.
•  Knowledge of software design processes and software testing principles

CORE COMPETENCIES

•  A solid team player with ability to work independently.
•  Strong focus on Quality and Customer satisfaction.
•  Flexible and Adaptable to developing business needs and work patterns.
•  Ability to work analytically.
•  A problem solver
•  High level of interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively with customers and
• colleagues.
•  Planning and organisational skills.
•  An ability to work under pressure on high-priority, service-affecting issues.
•  Highly motivated, with the drive to solve problems and expand knowledge.