Location: Basildon (hybrid working) Duration: 3 month initial contract Rate: £64ph UMB (Inside IR35) Role details: Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their team on a contract basis in Basildon. This role involves initial onsite work for 3-4 weeks to introduce you to the project, followed by hybrid working with some on-site attendance to access test hardware. Key Responsibilities: Participate in requirements capture, design, verification and validation, and compliance processes Develop software compliant to DO-178C level D standards Utilise the Serena Dimensions CM tool for software configuration management Develop applications using MS Visual Studio with C# Create software that utilises the Windows Communication Foundation (WCF) as part of the .NET Framework Develop Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) C# GUI applications Understand and work with existing code with limited documentation Develop embedded software within formal constraints and to meet user expectations Collaborate using iterative development lifecycles, such as tailored Agile Use tools associated with iterative development (Jira / DevOps) Job Requirements: Experience with software development processes and creating design review presentations Proficiency in using MS Visual Studio with C# Experience with the Windows Communication Foundation (WCF) and Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) Understanding of embedded development tools and approaches Familiarity with iterative development lifecycles and associated tools Due to the nature of the role, candidates must hold or be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance. If you are a skilled software engineer looking for an exciting new challenge within the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Basildon