Footfalls and Heartbeats (UK) Limited (FHL) is a tech-focused micro SME building specialist technology for the burgeoning field of smart textiles.
Developing a revolutionary and proprietary process for manufacturing smart textiles where the “textile is the sensor”™.
Through partnerships with international organisations, the integration of this technology is being tested in both consumer and healthcare applications
About the company
Footfalls & Heartbeats has developed a revolutionary and proprietary process for manufacturing smart fabric which uses nano-scale interactions within the textile to make the fabric the sensor.
The unique technology combines mathematically determined textile structures using electrically conductive yarn to form a repeatable and sensitive sensor network.
Footfalls and Heartbeats is a company based on the egalitarian values of its NZ founder.
All members of the company will be treated with respect and valued equally.
About the Role
The role of a Data Virtualisation Engineer is now available within our team. This role has a high degree of autonomy, variety and creativity.
The role will be responsible for the creation of virtual representations of our real-world products, both as demonstrators and as controllable game objects, and for creating the internal software for collecting and handling sensor data.
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, flexible, team player who is able to understand, develop and incorporate essential project requirements.
The role's responsibilities' include:
Creating 2D and 3D representations and game objects of selected FHL products.
Creation of software to allow the control of 3D game objects using FHL sensors/ technology.
Plan, design, and develop both real-time and post-processed graphical demonstrators for both potential and current clients.
Test and document all designs and code.
Participate in regular code reviews.
Perform other software engineering tasks as required by the Footfalls' leadership team.
Identify and log all trade secrets. Completing all required documentation, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of that information.
Provide regular communications during regular meetings so all parts of the multidisciplinary team are informed and can contribute to progress.
Keep abreast of current and future activities of the business.
Perform other duties as requested by the Footfall’s leadership team.
Skills and Qualifications for the role:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent.
Programming in C/C#/C++.
Programming in Python preferred.
Proficient in multiple 3D modelling techniques.
Experience in 3D animation and/or virtual-reality preferred.
Positive attitude to problem solving and a technical mindset.
Excellent communication skills.
“A desire to change the world, no matter how grand or small is a truly bold and powerful decision. Take this decision and make it happen. Listen to yourself and make a difference.”
Simon McMaster
To apply please send your CV and Cover letter to careers@footfallsandheartbeats.com
