Software Developer
Linn is an innovative, independent company specialising in precision engineered sound recording and reproduction.   We manufacture high-quality music systems, including the revolutionary Sondek LP12 turntable and our multi-award-winning range of digital stream (DS) players.

We are seeking a skilled C# developer to contribute to our ongoing programme of software development.  The successful candidate will work as a member of a small, experienced development team designing, testing and implementing a variety of systems, including:

• public facing web applications
• enterprise applications and services
• business intelligence applications

Skills and experience required:

• Strong C# programming skills
• Solid experience using a RDBMS such as Oracle
• Keen interest and understanding of application architecture and software design patterns

Experience with some of the following technologies:

• WCF
• ASP.NET MVC/MVC2
• WPF
• Silverlight 3 or 4
• An ORM framework (such as NHibernate)
• An IOC framework (such as StructureMap or Spring.Net)
• A unit testing framework (such as NUnit)

Experience of some of the following practices:

• Domain driven design
• Agile software development
• Test-driven development
• Data warehousing
• Continuous integration

E-mail: recruitment@linn.co.uk

Planner

Due to the continued success of the company, an opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to join our Strategic Purchasing team in the role of Planner. The candidate must be able to manage supply chain performance, control inventory levels and deliver demonstrable improvements within the Purchasing function. Reporting directly to the Purchasing Manager the applicant's duties and responsibilities will be:
 

• Good knowledge of MRP systems;
• MRP ordering;
• Manage procurement spend effectively;
• Inventory management -shortages, excess and obsolete;
• Responsible for management of on time deliveries of raw materials to support manufacturing production;
• Ensure materials are purchased at correct price with no variance and to appropriate specification;
• Manage day to day supplier issues and develop supplier relationships;
• Monitor forecast trends and own input to weekly meetings;
• Strategy planning -lead times, order quantities, long term issues;
• Reporting - KPI;
• Support input on Quarterly Business reviews of Suppliers.

The successful candidate will have:

• Purchasing experience in fast moving environment;
• Decision making abilities and analytical approach;
• Commercially astute;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Ability to time manage short/mid/long term goals;
• Good team player who maintains consistently high standards with minimal supervision.

E-mail: recruitment@linn.co.uk

Senior Electronics Design Engineer

Due to the continued success of the company, a great opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated senior hardware engineer at Linn Products. The ideal candidate will have a broad range of skills and an enthusiasm to see successful end to end project delivery. Candidates must be able to demonstrate a solid working knowledge of low level mixed signal design along with either a working knowledge of switched mode power supply design or VHDL development.

They should also be able to demonstrate and technically describe products/projects that that they have previously designed from concept through to delivery. Experience with product approvals to the EMC and Low Voltage Directives would be an advantage.

Successful candidates will join small team of similarly skilled and motivated electronics engineers working in a cross disciplined and fast paced design team producing world class electronics to thrill customers around the world. 

Relevant Knowledge Sets:

• Proficient in low noise mixed signal electronic design
• Power Amplifier Design - Analogue / Class-D and Digital Topologies.
• VHDL Design - Synthesis and Test Bench verification from CPLD state machines through to hard coded processors in the larger FPGA's.
• SMPS Design - Flyback / PWM Half-Bridge and PWM Full Bridge from 20W up to 1kW.
• Microprocessor design.
• Top-level system design.
• Layout skills / knowledge.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong approach to problem solving, both technical and process.
• Familiar with Altium Designer and Modelsim.
• Passionate about music

Linn Products Ltd is an independent company that designs and manufactures hi-end music and multi-room systems which are enjoyed in over 40 countries worldwide.

If you think this is the development role for you, email your CV to: recruitment@linn.co.uk

Sales Account Manager

Due to the continued success of the company, a fantastic opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to join our Sales team in the role of Sales Account Manager.

Working in a diverse but highly energetic sales team, you will be responsible for managing a group of accounts and/or territories to grow sales and develop the Linn retailer network as well as contributing to the overall sales strategy of the company. Reporting directly to the Sales Manager, you will work closely with your team to:

• deliver against agreed sales targets and objectives;
• manage, develop and support our retailer network;
• apply and maintain agreed retailer standards;
• provide accurate forecasting and sales reporting to the Sales Manager;
• plan, manage and report on key sales activities and initiatives.

The successful candidate will have:

• a minimum of 2 years sales experience within the A/V industry and a proven track record of achieving sales targets;
• high levels of energy, drive and a desire to succeed;
• a high level of product awareness and market knowledge;
• the ability to communicate effectively and developing strong relationships at all levels internally and externally;
• strong presentation and interpersonal skills;
• a natural talent to inspire and motivate;
• infectious enthusiasm and a positive, dynamic personality;
• the ability to manage their own workload and demonstrate a high level of self-motivation;
• a passion for music.

E-mail: recruitment@linn.co.uk

Applications

Please e-mail recruitment@linn.co.uk or mail it to:

The Recruitment Team
Linn Products Limited
Glasgow Road
Waterfoot
Glasgow
Scotland
G76 0EQ

E-mail: recruitment@linn.co.uk

We are always interested to hear from quality people at all levels across a variety of disciplines. If you relish a challenge, thrive under pressure and are committed to pursuing a career in Scotland, then we want to hear from you.  Please contact us using the details above.