C++ Software Engineer

Meritus; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading weapons systems manufacturer is seeking a C++ Software Engineer for a contract role in Bristol. The ideal candidate will have a solid software engineering background, experience in C++, and an active SC Clearance. This hands-on position focuses on designing Command and Control architectures and offers competitive pay of £65 per hour via Umbrella. Join a team that values collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications

• Strong background in software engineering.
• Ability to work well in a team and maintain momentum.
• Experience across the entire software development process.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Command and Control architectures.
• Engage with requirement authorities to automate target integration.
• Improve processes for efficiency and sustainability.

Skills

Experience of working in C++

Collaborative approach to development

Knowledge of DDS middleware

Knowledge of Real Time Operating Systems

Experience in other languages such as Ada, QT

Job description

Overview

MERITUS Talent are working with Europes 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.

Qualifications

• 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++