Software engineer trainee wanted

We are looking for a Software Engineer Trainee to join our Scrum team in developing software for the Philips Sonalleve MR-HIFU system.

A suitable candidate has completed at least two years of university-level studies in a technical or scientific major. Good knowledge of object-oriented programming, fluent English and effective communication skills are required. C#/.NET, C++ or Python skills are considered an advantage.

The duration of the full-time traineeship is approximately from May to September 2012. We wish you to be able to work part-time after this period, and it is also possible to start part-time in the spring. For more information, contact Mikko Silvonen, mikko.silvonen@philips.com, tel. +358 40 867 7330 (on vacation January 2–9) or Marko Häkkinen, +358 50 415 1372.

Please send your application, CV and transcript of studies (in English or Finnish) by email to mikko.silvonen@philips.com by January 22, 2012.

Philips Medical Systems MR Finland belongs to the global Philips Healthcare group. We develop and manufacture image-guided therapy solutions for various medical conditions. Our latest product, the Philips Sonalleve MR-HIFU Therapy System, is based on heating tissue with Focused Ultrasound, guided by real-time Magnetic Resonance Imaging. The product was commercially launched in January 2010. Our facilities are located at Äyritie 4, Vantaa, where we employ about 80 people. Some of our staff work with clinical research partners at leading international research hospitals.