Algorithm Software Engineer

Advantage Resourcing UK Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organization in Bristol is looking for an Algorithm Software Engineer for an initial 6-month contract, with a likely extension. The role requires expertise in transcribing complex legacy algorithms from ADA to MATLAB and involves extensive testing. Candidates should have experience with algorithm-related software and Mathworks tools, along with effective collaboration skills. A four-day working week is possible, offering an interesting opportunity in the software engineering field.

Qualifications

• Experience writing, delivering and testing algorithm-related software.
• Experience with MATLAB and Mathworks tools is essential.
• Ability to quickly assimilate technical information and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Transcode complex legacy codebase from ADA to MATLAB.
• Develop test harnesses for testing the equivalence of codebases.
• Build relationships with stakeholders for effective integration of algorithms.

Skills

Algorithm software delivery

Mathworks tools

Requirements verification

Rapid technical information assimilation

Team collaboration

Tools

IBM Engineering Workflow Management

GIT

Job description

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bristol is currently looking to recruit an Algorithm Software Engineer on an initial 6 month contract, with very likely extension. The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday).

Rate: £65.00 per hour

Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’

Location: Bristol

Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday).

Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.

IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)

Interview process: One stage video interview

Job Description

• Work alongside algorithm engineers and technical expert to transcode a large, complex legacy algorithm codebase from ADA to Matlab
• As part of a wider team, define, distribute and review core activities to enable efficient completion of the transcoding within project timeframe.
• Develop test harnesses and provide robust and extensive testing procedures to ensure equivalence between transcoded code base and legacy ADA algorithms
• Follow Code of Practise (CoP) in developing Matlab algorithms to ensure compatibility with auto-coding tools, rectifying/resolving issues and reframing algorithms as necessary to ensure compatibility with tool chain.
• Build good working relationships with stakeholders, including downstream software team, to enable effective transfer and integration of Matlab algorithm artefacts into larger product
• Support resolution of queries and non-compliances

Skillset / experience required

Essential

• Experience writing, delivering and testing algorithm related software
• Experience writing software/algorithms within Mathworks tools
• Verification of requirements and evidence review
• Rapid assimilation of technical information
• Ability to work as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience writing, interpreting ADA code
• Specific tools knowledge: IBM Engineering Workflow Management / GIT
• Sea launched weapons experience
• Experience with C