Lead C++/C# Software Engineer
Stevenage
Up to £65,000 + Bonus + Benefits!
We’re working with a defence technology partner seeking a proactive and passionate Lead Software Developer to join their expanding Simulation and Experimentation division. This is a hands-on technical leadership role, driving innovation in synthetic environments and weapon system representation tools.
This position offers a blend of technical leadership, hands-on coding, and project oversight, working closely with simulation architects and project leads. You’ll design, build, and enhance simulation environments using C++ and C#, contributing to the full development lifecycle — from concept creation, modelling and visualisation, to in-service support and training applications.
The team plays a critical role in developing system architectures and simulation frameworks that support experimentation and system validation for some of the world’s most advanced defence technologies.
* Leading a small software development team delivering high-quality simulation components.
* Contributing to the evolution of synthetic and experimental environments used for weapon system analysis.
* Applying C-family programming expertise to solve real-time simulation challenges.
* Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate models, real products and visualisation tools (including AR/VR).
* Supporting innovation initiatives across the complete product lifecycle.
What's required for this Lead C++/C# Software Engineer position?
* Proven experience as a Lead or Senior Software Engineer with strong knowledge of C++ and C#.
* A creative, adaptable mindset and strong technical problem-solving skills.
* Familiarity with real-time simulation or standards such as DIS / HLA (advantageous, not essential).
* A collaborative approach to software development across multiple platforms and projects.
If you're an experienced software engineer and you're looking for a new opportunity and a chance to progress your career, please apply to learn more.
If you're interested in this or other software opportunities across the UK, please contact Jack Bird at IC Resources.