Senior Software Engineer

Our client, a leader in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking a Senior Software Engineer with advanced security clearance to join their cutting-edge team. This permanent role offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative solutions that redefine defence technology.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, implement and test solutions to complex customer problems across the development lifecycle
Develop software for a range of areas including bare-metal MCU, signal processing, Embedded Linux, and GUI development on Windows, Linux, and mobile platforms
Utilise various programming languages such as Rust, C/C++, Python, and web development frameworks
Work with FPGAs, electronic design, and mechanical design
Collaborate closely with team members in an agile environment to balance requirements, schedule, and cost
Produce comprehensive documentation from requirements to design and testing materials to support developments
Ensure compliance with Government regulations by managing the security of information as defined in the Security manual

Job Requirements:

Degree in an engineering, mathematical, or science-based subject or equivalent experience
Experience in at least one of the following areas:
Embedded Linux application, kernel, and/or driver development
C/C++ or Rust programming
Proficiency in best practice software development processes/lifecycles
Experience in Object-Oriented Design and Design Patterns
Knowledge of software testing and design for test

Desirable Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

GUI development frameworks such as eGUI, GTK, Tauri
Yocto, Petalinux, and uBoot
Python, Jupyter Notebooks, or Matlab
Web development languages (HTML, Javascript, Typescript, React)
IOS/Android development
Experience with communications protocols - TCP, QUIC, WiFi
Knowledge of GNU Radio and Software Defined Radios
Experience with FPGAs and exposure to hardware
UML design and tools such as Enterprise Architect

Security Clearance:

Must hold DV (UKDV or MOD DV) security clearance
If you are an experienced software engineer seeking a challenging role within the defence sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and innovative team