Senior Software Engineer (C / C++)
Salary £60,000–£75,000 + bonus & excellent benefits
Stevenage | Hybrid working (3–5 days on-site)
This role requires eligibility for SC clearance – British citizenship is essential
Are you a Software Engineer looking to work on complex, real-world systems where reliability and performance truly matter?
We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join a highly collaborative engineering team delivering advanced test and validation software for cutting-edge systems. This is an opportunity to work across the full product lifecycle, developing solutions that directly support the testing and assurance of highly complex technology.
🔧 What you’ll be doing:
* Designing and developing software for test equipment used on complex systems and sub-components
* Writing high-quality software in C / C++ (with some scripting where needed)
* Working closely with electronics, systems and test teams to deliver integrated solutions
* Supporting automation, continuous integration and DevOps practices
* Contributing to the development of robust, reliable and maintainable software
* Debugging and validating systems using real hardware and measurement equipment
🧠 What we’re looking for:
* Strong experience developing software in C or C++
* Background in developing test solutions or working with hardware-integrated software
* Experience working in Agile development environments
* Good understanding of software quality practices and standards
* Familiarity with CI/CD, automation and DevOps principles
* Experience working with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes or spectrum analysers is highly beneficial
💡 Why apply?
* Work on complex, mission-critical systems across the full development lifecycle
* Be part of a collaborative, engineering-led environment
* Opportunity to work with advanced technologies and modern development practices
* Clear progression opportunities within a growing team
🎁 What’s on offer:
* Salary between £60,000 - £75,000 depending on experience
* Company bonus (up to £2,500)
* Pension contributions up to 14%
* Paid overtime opportunities
* Up to 15 additional flexi-leave days
* Enhanced parental leave
* Excellent on-site facilities including subsidised meals and free parking
If you’re looking for a role where your work has real impact and you can develop your career in a technically challenging environment, apply now.