Senior Software Developer
Location: Bristol (Hybrid – 2/3 Days Onsite)
Job Type: Permanent
Clearance Requirement: SC Eligible
The Opportunity
We’re working with a leading defence organisation on a key hire for a Senior Software Developer to join their embedded systems team. This is a hands-on, high-impact role developing real-time software for next-generation systems where performance and reliability are critical. Whether leading delivery or solving complex low-level challenges in C/C++ or Ada, you'll be at the core of safety-critical defence technologies—offering both deep technical engagement and long-term career growth.
What You’ll Do
• Lead or support the design, development, and integration of embedded software for advanced real-time platforms
• Collaborate with systems, hardware, and safety teams to deliver certified software solutions that meet strict performance and security standards
• Engage directly with requirement authorities, perform software estimation, and help shape robust, cost-effective solutions
• Operate across the entire development lifecycle – from requirements analysis through to validation and integration
• Contribute to Agile/SCRUM processes and promote continuous improvement across the software function
Key Skills & Experience
• Strong experience as a Senior Software Developer, ideally in safety-critical or real-time systems
• Solid background in C, C++ or Ada, and familiarity with UML modelling
• Hands-on experience with multi-threaded applications, low-level driver development, or signal/data processing
• Knowledge of standards such as DO-178C, DefStan 00-55, or IEC61508
• A delivery-focused mindset with good appreciation of software planning, risk control and quality assurance
• Clearance: Must be SC eligible (current SC highly preferred due to project timelines)
The Package
• Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE
• Car Allowance: £6,000
• Bonus: 10%
• Benefits: Full package including private healthcare, pension, and flexible benefits
• Hybrid: Typically 3 days on-site in Bristol; flexibility around workload and milestones
Ready to Get Started? Apply now or reach out to Declan Bryson at Anson McCade on 07529 161950.
Ref: AMC/DB/SWDEV/2.