Junior Desktop Software Developer

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

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The Opportunity

Our team (www.arup.com/dyna) supports Arup’s longstanding commitment to improve the world, by developing market-leading tools that enable us and our clients to develop solutions to tackle the most challenging engineering problems. Our Oasys LS-DYNA Environment software is used in the automotive, nuclear, and civil engineering community. One of its primary uses is the modelling and testing of vehicle crashworthiness, but it is also used to simulate design-critical scenarios in aerospace, seismic, nuclear, geotechnical, structural, and product design applications.

At Arup, we believe in the power of simulation to create a better future. We’re looking for technically excellent developers who are passionate about using their skills to make a difference. Join us in our London or Birmingham offices and you’ll be part of a growing, global team working on advanced engineering software, challenging the limits of what is technically possible, developing complex algorithms, and solving clients’ problems. 

Remit:

• Collaborating in an agile environment to further strengthen our powerful desktop applications, PRIMER, D3PLOT, T/HIS and REPORTER.
• Writing high-quality code for our high-performance software – our core code base is a mix of C, C++, and Fortran with scripts in JavaScript and Python.
• Designing, coding, writing automated tests, performing quality assurance, documenting new features, and maintaining existing code.
• Providing technical support to customers, addressing their queries and issues

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. 

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

We’re looking for a candidate who has:

• A BA or MA in Engineering, Maths, Physics or Computer Science (2.1 or above or equivalent).
• A strong background in maths.
• Experience in software development or engineering simulation
• Knowledge of C or Fortran.
• A desire to combine technical knowledge with desktop software development.

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Marek Mazurowski (marek.mazurowski@arup.com). Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.

Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Marek Mazurowski (marek.mazurowski@arup.com) to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

To understand what to expect next, please visit our https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/

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Closing date: 1st June 2025