ADA Embedded Software Engineer

Cirrus Selection Limited; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation is seeking an experienced ADA Embedded Software Engineer in Stevenage. This role involves designing and developing embedded software for missile subsystems, working closely with various engineering disciplines. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in Ada and C/C++, along with a commitment to code quality. The position offers competitive compensation, including a £57,000 salary and various perks, with a hybrid working pattern.

Benefits

Annual company bonus (up to £2,500)

Pension contribution up to 14%

Opportunity for paid overtime

Up to 15 days flexi leave

Flexible working arrangements considered

Enhanced parental leave options

Subsidised meals

Free parking

Excellent site facilities

Qualifications

• Strong experience in developing embedded software using Ada and C/C++.
• Experience with real-time systems.
• Model-based development experience.
• Collaborative and flexible problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and deliver embedded software for missile subsystems.
• Work through the full software development lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with systems design, electronics, safety, security, and quality teams.

Skills

Embedded software development using Ada

C/C++ programming

Real-time systems experience

Model-based development (UML, IBM Rhapsody)

Problem-solving mindset

Commitment to code quality

Strong communication skills

Job description

ADA Embedded Software Engineer

Stevenage

Our client has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced ADA Embedded Software Engineer to contribute to the development of current and future missile control systems. This role is a chance to work at the cutting edge of defence technology, where your expertise will directly support mission-critical projects.

Key Details:

• Salary: Circa £57,000 (depending on experience)
• Working Pattern: Hybrid, with 4 5 days per week on-site
• Location: Stevenage, with excellent site facilities

What s on offer:

• Annual company bonus (up to £2,500)
• Pension contribution up to 14%
• Opportunity for paid overtime
• Up to 15 days flexi leave
• Flexible working arrangements considered
• Enhanced parental leave (maternity, adoption, shared parental, paternity, neonatal, fertility treatment)
• Subsidised meals, free parking and excellent site facilities

The Role:

As an ADA Embedded Software Engineer, you will design, develop and deliver embedded software for missile subsystems. You ll work across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements and architecture to detailed design, implementation, testing and delivery. The role involves close collaboration with systems design, electronics, safety, security and quality teams, making it varied and engaging.

What they re looking for:

• Strong experience in developing embedded software using Ada and C/C++
• Experience with real-time systems
• Model-based development experience (UML, IBM Rhapsody or similar tools)
• Collaborative and flexible problem-solving mindset
• Commitment to code quality, with experience in code and design reviews
• Ability to develop maintainable and extensible code
• Strong communication skills to work across multiple engineering disciplines

About our client:

They are a leading defence organisation, proud to support the Armed Forces in protecting national security. Working in partnership with governments, they are committed to defending freedom and sovereignty. They also foster an inclusive culture with employee-led networks, including Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents & Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, and Disability.

Cirrus Selection offers the services of an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and the services of an Employment Business for contract recruitment.