Software Engineer (12 Month Fixed Term contract)

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• Closing Date and Time: 28/11/2025, 17:00
• Fixed-Term Contract, 12 Months

Job Summary

JMG Systems is a family-run business based in Northern Ireland, specialising in the design and manufacture of innovative machine control solutions. We offer a complete, end-to-end service from consultancy and custom design to manufacturing, support and spare parts supply.

Our expertise spans control panels, wiring harnesses, telematics and cable accessories, enabling us to deliver fully integrated and adaptable machine control systems for a wide range of industrial applications. With a reputation built on quality, reliability and long term partnerships, we are committed to supporting our customers' success through engineering excellence and tailored solutions.

Job Description

We are seeking a Software Engineer to join our team and play a key role in modernising, optimising and supporting our business critical systems. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with analytical and business process skills to deliver scalable, efficient and future ready solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain applications using the .NET framework.
• Develop and optimise Microsoft SQL Server databases, including schema design, stored procedures, indexing and performance tuning.
• Lead and support the migration of legacy systems (e.g. Microsoft Access) to modern, scalable platforms.
• Design and implement APIs to integrate disparate systems and improve business data flow.
• Create and maintain reporting solutions and automated data workflows to support operational efficiency.
• Analyse current systems and workflows to identify inefficiencies, duplications and integration gaps.
• Produce clear documentation and recommendations for management, translating technical findings into actionable insights.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure system design aligns with business needs and future scalability.

Personal Attributes

• Problem solving mindset with the ability to work through complex technical and operational challenges.
• Strong communication skills, able to liaise effectively with management and non technical stakeholders.
• Team oriented, with the flexibility to collaborate across departments.
• Reliable, detail oriented and committed to delivering high quality solutions aligned with the Company's objectives.

The successful graduate will lead this project, in a supportive partnership with ATU Donegal as part of the InterTradeIreland Innovation Boost Programme.

Interviews will be held approximately week commencing: 08/12/2025

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems or a related discipline.
• 1-2 years' experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency in the .NET framework for the design, development and maintenance of applications.
• Strong expertise in Microsoft SQL Server, including database design, optimisation, stored procedures and performance tuning.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Northern Ireland/UK and travel through the island of Ireland if required; if you do require a visa/work permit allowing you to work in Northern Ireland/UK you must upload a copy of it with your application. Failure to provide a relevant visa/work permit may result in your application not being considered.
• Experience in a production manufacturing environment would be beneficial.
• Experience in migrating or rewriting legacy systems, particularly from Microsoft Access to more scalable platforms.
• Knowledge of API design and integration to connect multiple software systems.
• Familiarity with reporting solutions and automated data workflows.
• Understanding of system architecture, scalability and modular development for future business needs.
• Strong communication skills, able to liaise effectively with management and non technical stakeholders.