ADA Embedded Software Engineer

Cirrus Selection Limited; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense organization is seeking an ADA Embedded Software Engineer in Stevenage. You will develop and deliver embedded software for missile subsystems, collaborating closely with various engineering disciplines. Strong experience in Ada and C/C++, along with a commitment to code quality, is essential. The role offers a competitive salary of around GBP57,000 and a flexible hybrid working pattern.

Benefits

Annual company bonus (up to GBP2,500)

Pension contribution up to 14%

Opportunity for paid overtime

Up to 15 days flexi leave

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals

Free parking

Qualifications

• Strong experience in developing embedded software.
• Experience with real-time systems is essential.
• Ability to develop maintainable and extensible code.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and deliver embedded software for missile subsystems.
• Collaborate with systems design, electronics, safety, security, and quality teams.

Skills

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

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

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 GBP57,000 (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 GBP2,500)
• 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 s 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.