Algorithm Software Engineer – Matlab/ADA Transcoding

Certain Advantage; Filton; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Defence Organisation based in Bristol is seeking an Algorithm Software Engineer for an initial 6-month contract, likely to be extended. The role involves transcoding a complex legacy algorithm codebase from ADA to Matlab, requiring strong experience in algorithm development and testing. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with engineering teams while ensuring thorough testing for compatibility. The organization offers hybrid working, with onsite presence required for four days a week.

Qualifications

• Experience writing, delivering and testing algorithm-related software.
• Experience writing software/algorithms within Mathworks tools.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Transcode a large, complex legacy algorithm codebase from ADA to Matlab.
• Develop test harnesses and ensure robust testing procedures.
• Build good working relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Algorithm development

Software testing

Team collaboration

Matlab

Technical comprehension

Tools

Mathworks tools

IBM Engineering Workflow Management

GIT

Job description

A leading Defence Organisation based in Bristol is seeking an Algorithm Software Engineer for an initial 6-month contract, likely to be extended. The role involves transcoding a complex legacy algorithm codebase from ADA to Matlab, requiring strong experience in algorithm development and testing. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with engineering teams while ensuring thorough testing for compatibility. The organization offers hybrid working, with onsite presence required for four days a week.