Job Description
Job Title: Software EngineerLanguage: English (UK)Location: West Midlands, United KingdomContract Type: Permanent, Full-TimeWorking Hours: 37.0 hours per weekSchedule Type: Full TimeSector: Defence
Role Overview
We are seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to the design, development, and integration of equipment at both system and sub-system levels. This is a diverse role involving work on multiple vehicle platforms and systems, including both new developments and the maintenance of legacy applications. The position also involves specifying requirements for externally developed equipment.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and implement software solutions that meet both contractual and cost-effective design requirements.
* Support the system design process by helping to allocate functionality effectively across the system.
* Assist with software and systems validation, including the creation of test tools, schedules, integration plans, and technical reports.
* Contribute to task planning and estimation activities.
* Stay informed on relevant technical developments and apply this knowledge to ongoing projects.
* Manage personal workload to meet project timescales and deliverables.
* Perform self-verification and peer reviews to ensure the quality and completeness of work.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Essential:
* Degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or a related subject.
* Proficiency in object-oriented C++ (version 17 or later) and knowledge of design patterns.
* Understanding of UML/SysML.
* Familiarity with the full software development lifecycle.
* Experience developing both new software and maintaining legacy systems.
* Background in software verification and testing.
* Strong communication skills.
Desirable:
* Experience with Agile development methodologies.
* Knowledge of other programming languages such as C, C#, Java, and scripting languages.
* Understanding of integration and testing with target hardware.
* Experience with DDS or Ethernet-based communication systems.
* Cross-platform development for Windows and Linux.
* Familiarity with tools such as Visual Studio 2022, CMake, and Git.
* Experience with CANbus, MilCAN, J1939.
* Issue tracking tools (e.g., YouTrack, Jira).
* Experience with databases like MariaDB/MySQL.
* Familiarity with libraries and frameworks like Boost, XML, JSON, Qt6, and cryptography.
* Experience writing unit tests (e.g., using GoogleTest).
* Prior work in a regulated environment such as Defence is an advantage.