Overview
Location: Southampton (onsite requirements vary depending on project demands - more detail below)
Duration: 6 month contract
Rate: 64.22ph UMB (Inside IR35)
Role details: Our client, a prominent player in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for a contract position in Southampton. This opportunity involves working on innovative software solutions for integrated sensors and protection systems, requiring both on-site and flexible working arrangements.
Key Responsibilities
* Developing bare metal embedded C++ software
* Working with embedded interfaces such as CAN bus, I2C, SPI, GPIO
* Employing tools and approaches specific to embedded development
* Collaborating on-site in Southampton 1-4 days a week, with flexibility depending on project needs
* Maintaining SC clearance or the ability to obtain it for UK eyes-only projects
Job Requirements
* Experience with Software Engineering, Embedded C/C++, and Linux
* Proficiency in UML and embedded Linux
* Hands-on experience with bare metal embedded C++ software development
* Familiarity with embedded interfaces and development tools
* Ability to work both on-site in Southampton and remotely as required
* Eligibility for SC clearance to work on specific projects
Desirable Skills
* C# application development
* Experience with developing Windows & Linux applications
* Understanding of software lifecycle processes
* Familiarity with configuration management tools like git
* Software design experience with SysML / UML
* Experience in developing test cases and procedures
* Experience with iterative development lifecycles such as tailored Agile
* Proficiency with tools associated with iterative development like Jira and DevOps
* Knowledge of Docker, virtual machines, and CI tools like Jenkins
If you are a Principal Software Engineer looking to contribute to pioneering software developments in the Defence & Security sector, we encourage you to apply now for this contract opportunity in Southampton.
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