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 Technical :: Motorola
I spent my placement year (part of my Computer Science degree) in the GSM Systems Division of Motorola, working as a Radio Sub-systems Software Engineer.

My main job was the development of the real-time embedded software that runs in GSM Base Stations.
Responsibilities
My responsibilities included:
  • Maintenance of legacy software
  • Implementing new software features in accordance with the Software Development Lifecycle
  • Participating in technical reviews of my own and others work
  • Mentoring of new staff
  • Involvement in process improvement activities
  • Development of in-house tools
  • Content Manager of departmental intranet site
  • Development of web pages
  • Remote support work with customers at sites world-wide
  • Preparing and delivering technical presentations
Highlights
I had a very successful year working at Motorola. Two highlights were receiving the LCGI City and Guilds award, and being awarded a student scholarship to pay for my remaining University tuition fees, in recognition for my efforts.
Further Information
A full report of my time at Motorola (written for the LCGI award) can be downloaded here, in the following formats.
my Placement Report in adobe pdf format Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader to view - available from adobe.com
 
my Placement Report in ms word format Requires Microsoft Word to view
External Links
motorola Corporate site detailing Motorola's current GSM product portfolio

Last updated: 6 Nov 2005

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