Job title: Principal Software Engineer
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Location: Luton – Hybrid
Salary: Up to £80k
Clearance: SC eligible (Sole UK Nationals only)
Duration: Permanent
We are hiring for experienced C++ Senior/Principal Software Engineers on a permanent basis to be based in Luton.
This position is for embedded software development in an end-to-end role focused on electronic warfare systems.
As a software engineer, you will work within an integrated project team and be responsible for creating high quality and robust designs and code; for fully documenting and recording your work products; keeping them under configuration management and providing plans and progress reports.
Work Experience:
Languages:
* C++14 or higher versions
Tools:
* Visual Studio 2019
* VxWorks
* IBM DOORS
* Azure DevOps
* Git
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
* Strong programming expertise in C++14, with extensive experience using Visual Studio for development, debugging, and performance optimisation.
* Proven ability to design, implement, and maintain embedded software on RTOS platforms such as VxWorks, including target integration and validation.
* Strong grasp of Object-Oriented Design (OOD) principles.
* Strong unit test skills using tools such as MS Test Framework.
* Experience in interpreting and managing requirements through IBM DOORS, maintaining full traceability from definition to verification.
* Proven ability to work closely with other teams (i.e. systems), translating requirements into technical deliverables and ensuring alignment with project goals.
* Demonstrates ownership, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with both client and internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong peer reviewing skills (source code and documentation).
Desirable Skills and Qualifications:
* Experience delivering software within Agile and DevOps frameworks, actively contributing to sprint meetings.
* Practical exposure to Continuous Integration (CI) environments and automated build and test pipelines.
* Working knowledge of Azure DevOps for pipeline creation, build orchestration, and release management.
* Familiarity with DO-178C standards for safety-critical software development in aerospace and defence domains.
* Confidence in presenting technical material to a wide range of stakeholders in discussions, technical reviews, and cross-functional collaborations.
Qualifications:
* Honours degree or equivalent in Electronics Engineering or another STEM-based subject
* UK citizenship (Sole UK Nationals only) is mandatory to be able to clear the background checks and obtain SC clearance
* Current valid SC clearance would be an advantage
Security Clearance
* You must be eligible for full security clearance with Sole British Nationality
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