Are you passionate about engineering? Do you want to make a difference?
ALTEN
is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 30 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement and support sustainable transformation. Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow's world—today.
Job Description
Join us as a
Software Integration and Verification Engineer
, where you'll be working hands-on in an
embedded defence systems environment
. This role is perfect for engineers who thrive on solving real-world challenges, from building and debugging complex
Linux-based systems
to ensuring seamless integration of cutting-edge software. You'll get to work at the sharp end of
autonomous and underwater systems
, driving forward solutions that matter in critical defence applications.
Key Details:
Location:
On-site in
Manchester
(5 days per week)
Security Clearance:
Must be
SC clearable
(no caveats)
Experience Level:
5+ years' relevant experience
Key Responsibilities:
* Carry out software
integration and verification
activities across embedded systems in a defence context
* Use
Bash scripting
and strong
Linux knowledge
to automate and streamline test processes
* Perform
TCP/IP network debugging
to diagnose and resolve system-level issues
* Work with
containerised environments
to deploy and manage complex software systems
* Collaborate closely with developers, testers, and systems engineers to ensure robust delivery of integrated solutions
Qualifications
Required Skills:
* Strong hands-on experience with
Bash scripting
and
Linux environments
* Knowledge of
software engineering principles
and practices
* Practical experience of
integration and validation
within an
embedded systems context
* Understanding of
containerisation
(e.g. Docker, Podman)
* Strong debugging skills in
network protocols (TCP/IP)
Required Qualifications:
* Must be
eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC)
* A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related discipline OR
* A relevant background in UK Armed Forces with proven software testing experience
Desirable Skills:
* Awareness of
automated testing principles
and tools
* Broader experience with
embedded software development and testing
(beyond web or mobile applications)
* Familiarity with working in
safety-critical environments
* Strong collaborative and problem-solving skills
Additional Information
Why join us?
We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently.
Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.
We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.
We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.
Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today
In short you get:
* A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
* A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
* A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
* A competitive salary
* Private Medical & Travel Insurance
* Pension Scheme
* Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
* Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
* Flexible way of working (role dependent)