Algorithm / Software Engineer (MATLAB / ADA)
Location: Bristol (site based)
Rate: PAYE: £49.70/hour PAYE (£56.93/hour incl. holiday) or £65/hour Umbrella
We seek an engineer with recent high-integrity or safety-critical industry experience (defence, aerospace, or similar), or eligible for UK security clearance.
Overview
An opportunity is available for an experienced Algorithm / Software Engineer to support the migration of a large, complex legacy algorithm codebase from ADA into MATLAB within a regulated engineering environment. The role sits within a multi-disciplinary team and involves close collaboration with algorithm engineers, technical specialists, and downstream software teams.
This position would particularly suit candidates with a defence or aerospace background who are familiar with high-assurance software development and verification practices.
Key Responsibilities
1. Transcode a complex legacy algorithm codebase from ADA into MATLAB in collaboration with algorithm engineers and technical experts
2. Define, distribute, and review technical activities within the wider team to support efficient delivery within project timelines
3. Develop test harnesses and implement robust testing strategies to ensure functional equivalence between legacy ADA code and MATLAB implementations
4. Develo...