compsoc-freshers March 2019

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Week 10 Newsletter: Farewell, stash and grad schemes

by Edward Hart

Hi all, The term is over and I hope you're enjoying a relaxing vacation/the revision before exams 🤢. Sadly, this will be my final email as President. I've been grateful for the opportunity to try out so many things whilst on the committee: from organising packed tech talks and a trip to Bletchley Park, to administering a cheese fund and ordering enough pizza to sustain a small country. Thanks again to all the committee members I've worked with (Thomas Denney, Will Seymour, Joe Gardiner and Ben Slater). I'm sure the new committee will enjoy their roles as much as I have and I look forward to the new things they'll bring. On to notices: *CompSoc stash is for sale again!* Hoodies for £10, t-shirts for £5, with embroidered names for £1.50 extra. Order them here. <http://www.customclubclothing.co.uk/shop/index.php?c=259> Anything you order will be delivered to Oxford around the start of next term and you'll be able to pick it up at the CS Department. Gold sponsor *JP Morgan* are hosting a Quantitative Finance networking event in London -- they're seeking people *interested in working in Mumbai*. Looking for a tech grad scheme? - Bronze sponsor *HSBC* are still taking applications for their Technology Graduate Programme. Apply soon! The deadline is 31 March and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. - Bronze sponsor *Metaswitch* also opened applications for its grad positions. All you need to apply is a CV! No previous programming experience required. More information below. So long and enjoy the vac, *Edward* ------------------------------ Sponsor notices Quantitative Research Team Networking Event! *Tuesday, 2 April, 17:00–19:00 – JP Morgan, 25 Bank Street, E14 5JP, London* The Quantitative Research team builds sophisticated mathematical models, methodologies and tools to develop new products, manage risk and support investment decisions. Our data analytics teams combine cutting-edge machine learning techniques with the firm’s unique data assets to help us solve complex problems, innovate & transform our business and improve our client experience. We are a global team with presence in New York, London, Mumbai, Beijing, Hong Kong and Singapore. We are further growing our presence in Mumbai, India with attractive and challenging roles available across all levels of seniority. We have arranged a networking event in our offices in London where we will be talking about the available roles in Mumbai in detail. The event presents an ideal opportunity for the graduating class of 2019 considering a career in quantitative finance in Mumbai. - *Date:* Tuesday 2nd April, 2019 - *Venue:* JP Morgan, 25 Bank Street, E14 5JP, London - *Time:* 17:00–19:00 - *Registration:* Please register using this link: http://tinyurl.com/yx96e3zv. *A prior registration is required to attend the event.* Registrations close on Thursday 28th March. Drinks and canapes will be served. If you would like to find out more, please send an email to: mumbai.qr.recruitment(a)jpmorgan.com Many thanks! Technology Graduate Programme deadline approaching! *The deadline for HSBC's Technology Graduate Programme is now just two weeks away (31 March)!* Apply soon – HSBC recruits on a rolling basis. *Overview of the programme* On this two-year graduate programme you will join our global Technology team. You will help to develop technologies that will improve the way we serve our customers and transform the world's leading international bank. *What will you do?* Throughout the two-year rotational programme you will help us find solutions to some of the biggest technology challenges in the financial services industry. You’ll work with teams to develop the technologies that enable simpler, better and faster banking for our customers, while keeping their money safe and their data secure. You will be close to the forefront of the latest technological advancements and thinking, whilst focusing on key strategic areas such as cloud, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, data and applied innovation. Along the way, we partner you with a buddy who will be there to give you advice and share ideas, as well as a mentor to support and help guide your career throughout the programme and beyond. You will be empowered to own and shape your career and to take full advantage of all learning opportunities on offer, including our recently launched Technology Academy, to develop core technical and leadership capabilities. You will also be encouraged to grow and develop your professional network, both within Technology and across the bank. *Who will this suit?* Successful candidates will be technologically literate, analytical, display creativity, show drive and excel at solving problems and building relationships. We are looking for true technologists who are innovative and curious, who have a hunger for knowledge, the willingness to learn from others and who are self-motivated to solve complex problems. Ideal candidates are those who are: - Innovative and creative thinkers who challenge themselves and each other, push the boundaries of their thinking, learn from each other and have the confidence to explore new ideas - Problem-solvers who have the ability to tackle complex challenges in a structured and analytical way, using data and logic to come up with solutions - People and team oriented and who enjoy collaborating with colleagues and clients to achieve common goals - Customer minded and who understand that everything we do is aimed at improving services for our customers *What can this lead to?* Your experience on the graduate programme will equip you to develop both deep technical capabilities and core leadership skills in an international finance organisation. Over time, we expect to see graduates from this programme progressing to become members of our Global Technology Leadership team. *Find out more on the HSBC website.* <https://www.hsbc.com/careers/students-and-graduates/graduate-opportunities/…> Metaswitch graduate opportunities Metaswitch is powering the transition of communication networks into a cloud-based, software-centric, all-IP future. We create the technology that is making the next generation of voice, video and data networks more flexible, more reliable and easier to use. We work with customers across the world, from established giants – such as BT, AT&T, Cisco and Microsoft – to more nimble companies (like us), who are creating the next big breakthroughs in the ways we communicate. Software engineering is an exceptionally creative discipline. Working with some of the smartest engineers around, you’ll develop flexible and scalable software architectures – the enduring structures that make innovative services possible within communications networks. >From day one, you will be assigned real tasks working within a project team on the design and development of complex software. You will use your analytical skills to reduce each problem you encounter into its individual parts, and then work to solve each issue and turn your design into reality. You need an excellent academic record, a good degree in any subject, an enquiring mind and the ability to solve complex problems. You do not need any prior experience – we provide full training in house on a one to one basis. Visit our website to find out more: https:// I would like to thank again everyone I've worked with on the CompSoc committee (Thomas Denney, Will Seymour, Joe Gardiner and Ben Slater). I wish the best of luck to the new committee and I look forward to the new things they'll bring.www.metaswitch.com/careers/graduates <https://www.metaswitch.com/careers/graduates>. ------------------------------ The Oxford University Computer Society (CompSoc) aims to organise meetings and events for our members to use and further their computing interests. See all of our upcoming events on our Facebook page https://facebook.com/oxcompsoc/ or visit our website https://ox.compsoc.net for more information about the society. Our Discord channel is https://discord.gg/xA9PFvy. Want to unsubscribe or manage your subscription preferences? Go to http://lists.ox.compsoc.net/mailman/listinfo/. Edward Hart Not the president - Oxford University Computer Society president(a)ox.compsoc.net

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Week 7 Newsletter: LAN NIGHT TONIGHT!! New Committee! Farewell!

by Joe Gardiner

Crackling III Ultimatums, Following Wednesday’s AGM, I’d like to wish a huge, warm welcome to our new committee! We’ve also introduced two brand new committee roles, with *Serban Slincu* as President, *Benjamin Slater* moving to Vice President, *Dominic Benjamin* as Secretary (replacing me! Good luck!), *Samuel Boyer* as Treasurer and *Alexandra Manciu* as Social Secretary. Tonight is LAN Night!!!! Come along and play games all night! Metaswitch’s talk has been rescheduled for Trinity. In its place is a chance to meet the new committee! Gold sponsor TPP is hiring! Silver sponsor Ensoft’s CV deadline is on Sunday! Farvel, *Joe G* ------------------------------ Events LAN Night <https://www.facebook.com/events/622165681565484/> *19:00, Saturday, Week 7, UGSA, Department of Computer Science* Games all night long. *Bring your laptops*, we’ll set up a hub for Ethernet for LAN connections. We’ll be playing whatever people want to play - e.g. Terraria, Quake III Arena, Age of Empires II, Artemis Spaceship Bridge Simulator, etc. etc. Pizza and snacks shall be released throughout the night! Time to get your epic gamer skills out. Meet the New Committee! <https://www.facebook.com/events/2067024050000377/> *19:00, Wednesday, Week 8, UGSA, Department of Computer Science* A chance to meet the new committee, with Serban Slincu as new President, Dom Benjamin as Secretary, Ben Slater as VP, Sam Boyer as Treasurer and Alexandra Manciu as Social Secretary! Feel free to drop by and feed them with ideas and suggestions on how to make the next year as amazing as it can be! ------------------------------ Sponsor Notices TPP Careers TPP is currently looking for bright graduates to join our Software Developer team. No experience is required, and many of our successful applicants have never programmed before. If you think logically and enjoy problem solving, then you have the potential to become a great developer. We are a UK based IT company, dedicated to delivering world class healthcare software through our innovative products. We’re looking for the brightest minds from the UK’s top universities who have a passion for problem solving. No experience is required and we accept applicants from all disciplines. If you are interested in applying and want to find out what it’s like to work at TPP, please visit our website here; https://tpp-careers.com Ensoft CV deadline (Midnight Sun 3rd Mar, 8th Week) - Software Development Careers Ensoft develops software that connects the world. The Internet depends every day on the code we write - it’s challenging work that matters. It’s also fun - excelling at writing complex software is what we enjoy. We’ve grown by taking a few of the best Oxbridge graduates each year, and investing heavily in their training. It’s an ideal environment for bright, creative people who want to develop rapidly. If you bring the computer science knowledge and coding skills needed to tame Internet-scale complex systems, you can solve challenging problems as part of a world-class software engineering team. This term we are recruiting for graduates. Our application process is very simple: - Upload a CV here <https://ensoft.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8658f71b95ede053e3ff45ea9…> by midnight on Sunday 8th week (3rd March 2019). - Interviews (lasting no more than 2 hours) are held on Friday 8th March at The Saïd Business School, Park End Street, Oxford. - If successful, you’ll have a firm offer quickly. You can find more details here <https://ensoft.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8658f71b95ede053e3ff45ea9…>, or get reminders by following us on Twitter <https://ensoft.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8658f71b95ede053e3ff45ea9…> or on Facebook <https://ensoft.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8658f71b95ede053e3ff45ea9…>. But I would encourage you to apply soon. Whilst everything is designed to take up as little of your time as we can, it is still very competitive for places. ------------------------------ Other Oxford events EQuip Yourself: The F Word *18:00-20:00, Wednesday, 8th Week, Oxford Foundry* The reality is that there is no such thing as failure. Whenever we attempt to do something we only produce results. The session explores secrets that lead to success and gives you techniques you can use in everyday life to develop and thrive. Learn how to explore your mistakes to accelerate learning and how to use creative and innovating thinking for problem solving in this fun and interactive workshop, delivered by Dave Norwood, Laughology. SIGN UP NOW>> <https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/equip-yourself-the-f-word-tickets-54536152099> >From PhD to Startup: Oxford <https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/from-phd-to-startup-oxford-with-basilio-gent…> *17:30, Monday, 8th Week, Oxford Foundry* Doing a PhD or Masters in a technical subject and want to make an impact, but don’t know where to start? Learn more about the route from academic research to launching your own startup from founders who have been exactly where you are. >From PhD to Startup: Oxford is an event run each term by Entrepreneur First and the Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences Division at Oxford University. This time we will be joined by Basilio Gentile, the co-founder and CTO of Circuit Mind. Circuit Mind is completely automating the design of electronic circuit boards. Circuit boards are integral to products we use everyday - from our smartphones to our televisions and microwaves. But no two boards are the same. Each one is designed to exact specifications that meet the requirements of devices, which mean they take a huge amount of time and skill to create. In fact, every year £40bn and 1.5bn hours are spent globally in tedious and repetitive circuit board design work. Circuit Mind plans to change that. Basilio is building complex algorithms that take in the requirements for a circuit board and outputs the circuit board final design, ready for manufacture. This means better circuits, designed orders of magnitude faster, at a fraction of the cost. Before starting this company, Basilio completed a Masters in Control Systems Engineering, a Masters in Mathematical Modeling and Computation and a PhD in Electrical Engineering from ETH Zurich. His mastery of high-performance mathematical algorithms for complex systems is what sits at the core of Circuit Mind’s solution. He turned down postdocs at Harvard and Berkeley to join Entrepreneur First, where he met his co-founder Tomide and they created Circuit Mind. Join us to hear more about Basilio’s research and journey. *Please arrive no later than 5.30pm.* Pizza and beer are, of course, on us. ------------------------------ Outside Events DSTL 2019 Fire Hack *We have the following message to relay from the 2019 Fire Hack Team:* Hi CompSoc, We’re inviting students to an international Hackathon to develop new ways of using drones to fight wildfires. We feel you and your society will be interested in this event and could excel in the hackathon. On 29th-31st March in Southampton join us for the Swarm and Search AI Challenge and support the emergency services to develop new ways of using drones to fight wildfires. Over the course of the weekend there will be a series of three heats and the overall winners of the hackathon will be invited to the US – travel and accommodation paid for – to demonstrate their winning concepts and ideas for future development at a special event at the British Embassy, as well as being recognised at the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International Expo 2019. This is a unique opportunity for you and the society to solve real (potentially lifesaving) applications. The CAA have strict regulations on flying multiple air vehicles so this really is the first step to getting swarms airborne. Alongside the hacking this will be an entertaining weekend, with free food and break out games and challenges. Industry participants and experts in drone and autonomy technology will be available to offer advice on how to progress your idea and career. We’re asking if you could share this challenge: It will be a hackathon they’ll enjoy and could be a career changing event for them. But more importantly, successful solutions could be moved onto physical platforms that could potentially save lives. For more information please visit our Devpost page or reply to this email. This is a ticketed event and numbers are limited so register for a free ticket at Eventbrite. Kind regards, Greg Part of the 2019 Fire Hack Team 2019-fire-hack(a)dstl.gov.uk Devpost <https://fire-hack.devpost.com/> Eventbrite <https://fire-hack.eventbrite.co.uk/> Slack <https://join.slack.com/t/fire-hack/shared_invite/enQtNTA3MTc0NTQ2ODM3LWU0N2…> ------------------------------ The Oxford University Computer Society (CompSoc) aims to organise meetings and events for our members to use and further their computing interests. See all of our upcoming events on our Facebook page <https://facebook.com/oxcompsoc/> or visit our website <https://ox.compsoc.net> for more information about the society. Our Discord channel is https://discord.gg/xA9PFvy. Want to unsubscribe or manage your subscription preferences? Go to http://lists.ox.compsoc.net/mailman/listinfo/. -- Joe Gardiner Outgoing Secretary - Oxford University Computer Society secretary(a)ox.compsoc.net

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