C++ Software Engineer (Senior Levels)

Leonardo; North East; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defence and aerospace sectors seeks experienced Software Engineers to join their Test Engineering function in Newcastle. You will develop software for advanced projects, including the Eurofighter Typhoon, creating robust solutions and mentoring fellow engineers. Offering competitive salaries with an award-winning pension scheme and flexible working arrangements, this is a prime opportunity for ambitious engineers looking to make an impact.

Benefits

Award-winning pension scheme

Flexible working hours

Access to private healthcare

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym membership

Free access to online courses via Coursera

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with C programming at a senior level.
• Familiarity with defence or aerospace sectors.
• Proficiency in Agile development and software testing environments.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver software solutions within a defined work package.
• Work closely with stakeholders to align architectural requirements.
• Resolve issues and promote best practices in software development.

Skills

C programming language

Agile development

Configuration management

Tools

NI TestStand

Atlassian toolset

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Client:

Leonardo

Location:

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job Description:

The opportunity:

Are you interested in developing software to test some of the most cutting-edge defence and aerospace projects in the UK? If you like the sound of developing software for projects such as the Eurofighter Typhoon jet, then Leonardo would like to hear from you.

We are looking for experienced Software Engineers to join our well-established Test Engineering function at our Edinburgh based site as well as in our brand-new Newcastle office. You will help us continue our industry leading contribution to projects in our Radar, Advanced Targeting and Surveillance teams.

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What you’ll do as a Software Engineer within the Test Function:

• Creation and delivery of software solutions within a defined work package area, ensuring that the package meets all stakeholder requirements
• Establish and mature stakeholder needs, associating/attributing priority, interest, influence and trading-off needs to determine optimum capability to solve stakeholders’ problems
• Create high quality and robust code; for fully documenting and recording your work products; keeping them under configuration management and providing plans and reports on progress to your line manager
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure architecture alignment with other elements of the programme.
• Ensure the application of appropriate tools / techniques for test equipment design by the team, providing advice in own area of expertise
• Resolve emerging issues by proposing and driving through solutions, escalating more complex risks and supporting definition of opportunities and risk mitigation options
• Foster relationships and networks within and outside the line of business, actively seeking out opportunities and promoting a culture for adoption of best practice
• Develop, coach, mentor, teach, and upskill other engineers in the wider application of engineering

What we need from you:

We realise that the “perfect candidate” doesn’t always exist but for this role we need you to have an excellent understanding of the C programming language and to be currently operating at a senior level.

Demonstrable experience in the following areas will help you stand out:

• Familiarity with NI TestStand
• Experience of working within the Manufacturing, Defence or Aerospace sectors
• Developing Low Level Drivers
• Developing software for test system environments
• Developing software within a development process framework
• Experience of Agile development and Atlassian toolset
• Familiarity with configuration management tools, defect tracking and peer review

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Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

• Pension: Award winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution
• Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us
• Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)
• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)
• Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme
• Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera
• Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member
• Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below