C++ Software Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defence sector is seeking a Software Engineer with C++ expertise to join their expanding team. The role involves designing and developing software for radar systems and enhancing user experience. Ideal candidates will have strong software engineering experience, particularly in C++ within a Windows environment.

Qualifications

• Solid software development experience in C++.
• Experience of software development in Windows.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software for radar systems.
• Integrate with third-party surveillance and security systems.
• Improve user experience.

Skills

C++

Python

Object-Oriented Design

Software Engineering

Education

Software-based degree

Engineering/science degree with software focus

Job description

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Our client, a leader in the defence sector, is currently seeking a Software Engineer with expertise in C++ to join their team.

Key skills required for this role

C++, Python, Object-Oriented Design, Software Engineering

Important

Strong software engineering experience, ideally in C++ within a Windows environment.

The Opportunity

Our client is expanding their software engineering team to meet the requirements of a demanding and exciting product roadmap. They develop software for their range of radar products, including onboard processing software and external command and control systems. To support next-generation radar capabilities, they are undertaking extensive software development projects.

The role involves designing and developing software across radar systems, including external radar control systems and interfaces. You will also develop interfaces to third-party security and surveillance systems and enhance software capabilities and user experience. The ideal candidate will have relevant industry experience, enthusiasm, professionalism, and an interest in new technologies and techniques.

Key responsibilities

• Design and develop software for radar systems.
• Design and develop software to integrate with third-party surveillance and security systems.
• Design and develop software to improve user experience.
• Contribute to improving software engineering techniques within the business.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• A software-based degree, or an engineering/science degree with a software focus, or equivalent experience.
• Solid software development experience in C++.
• Experience of software development in Windows.
• Good understanding of object-oriented software design.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a cross-functional team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Creative and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Experience working directly with end customers and users.
• Good understanding of real-time software design and development.
• Experience with embedded Linux and embedded software development.