C++ Software Engineer

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a C++ Software Engineer to join a prominent weapons systems manufacturer in Bristol. This hands-on role emphasizes designing and developing complex Command and Control architectures, requiring active SC Clearance and sole British nationality. Ideal candidates will have a strong software engineering background, experience in C++, and the ability to work effectively in a team. The contract is for 6 to 12 months at £65 per hour via Umbrella.

Qualifications

• Strong background in software engineering and system-wide impact.
• Experience working with C++.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Command and Control architectures.
• Maintain momentum during development.
• Engage with requirement authorities for project specifications.

Skills

C++ programming

Software engineering

Team collaboration

Knowledge of DDS middleware

Real Time Operating Systems

Experience with Ada and QT

Job description

MERITUS Talent are working with Europe's largest weapons systems manufacturer and integrator for the recruitment of a C++ Software Engineer to join their Bristol office on a contract basis. The role requires an active SC Clearance, and candidates must be a sole British national

C++ Software Engineer - Bristol - Contract - 6 to 12 Months - £65 per hour via Umbrella - SC Clearance Required - Sole British Citizenship

Responsibilities:

This is a very hands‑on role and requires the continued design and development of Command and Control 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 in C++
• 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 other languages such as Ada, QT.
• Knowledge of DDS middleware and Real Time Operating Systems.
• Knowledge of standards such as DefStan 00-55, DO-178C or IEC61508 and restricted coding standards such as MISRA C++.