C/C++ Software Engineer

Certain Advantage; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading defence organization is looking for a C/C++ Software Engineer in Bridgwater. This hands-on role involves designing and developing software tools for Air Defence Systems. Candidates should have a strong software engineering background and experience in C/C++. The position offers £65 per hour, with a 4-day onsite work week and opportunities for contract extension.

Qualifications

• Strong background in software engineering and system-wide impact.
• Collaborative, open approach and good team player.
• Experience in C or C++ programming language.

Responsibilities

• Development of next generation Air Defence Systems.
• Design and develop new software tools and architectures.
• Maintain effective documentation throughout the development process.

Skills

Software engineering background

Collaboration

C/C++ programming

Experience with Cameo/Rhapsody

Knowledge of DDS Middleware

Knowledge of Real Time Operating Systems

Job description

Overview

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bristol is currently looking to recruit a C/C++ Software Engineer subcontractor 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

The team, at the Bristol facility, develop solutions for the next generation of Air Defence Systems; developing evolving products whilst maintaining our enviable reputation for safety, performance and dependability.

This is a very hands-on role and requires the continued design and development of new and evolving software tools and architectures, and the instantiations for future products. Perfect for a Software Engineer who is proactive and takes the initiative.

Skillset/experience required

• A strong background in software engineering, its realisation and system wide impact.
• Experience of working work with Cameo/Rhapsody
• Collaborative, open approach to development and have the ability to work well in a team and maintain momentum during development.
• Experience of working across the entire software development process from engaging with requirement authorities to automated target integration and proving, supported with effective documentation
• Experience of new tools, techniques and approaches that might enable us to evolve our processes to improve our efficiency and sustainability
• Experience in ontologies and Domain specific languages
• Experience in C or C++ programming language
• Knowledge of DDS Middleware and Real Time Operating Systems
• Knowledge of standards such as DefStan 00-55, DO-178C or IEC61508