Control Systems Engineer – JO_37_20

Atlas Elektronik; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm in the UK is looking for a candidate with proven software development skills, particularly in C/C++ and embedded systems. The ideal applicant should hold a degree in a related discipline and have strong communication abilities, as well as the capacity to solve complex problems. Experience in software engineering lifecycle processes and a proactive attitude toward learning are essential to succeed in this role. Responsibilities will be discussed during the appointment.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead software developments.
• Experience with embedded software in C/C++.
• Strong written skills, particularly in technical report writing.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities to be agreed upon appointment.

Skills

Led software developments

Embedded software development (C/C++)

Autonomous or robotics software

Excellent communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Degree in software engineering or related discipline

Tools

C/C++

LabView

Matlab/Simulink

Python

Atlassian Toolset

Job description

Knowledge,

Skills and personal qualities required

• Proven ability to lead software developments
• Experience developing embedded software with C / C++ and RTOS
• Experience with autonomous or robotics software
• Educated to Degree or equivalent level in a software engineering or related discipline
• Knowledge and understanding of Software Engineering. Preferably have an understanding of military systems, in particular maritime systems.
• Understanding of Open Systems Architectures and Principles
• Significant experience of Software Engineering Lifecycle processes and tools
• Ability to solve complex problems and to critically review results and methods to ensure quality
• Ability to expand knowledge into new domain areas, work across domains and see the bigger picture
• Excellent communication skills, including delivery of presentations
• Excellent written skills particularly technical report writing, ability to communicate with expert and non expert stakeholders
• Ideally the candidate will have experience in one or more of the following domain areas : Maritime Combat Systems, integration of equipment and softwareOff-board unmanned systemsCommand and Control SystemsAcoustics / SonarSoftware Safety (DEF STAN 00-56 & IEC 61508 or equivalent)

Desirable primary software / system skills :

• C / C++ for embedded systems
• LabView
• Matlab / Simulink
• Exposure to AI / ML techniques and methodologies
• Requirements management (DOORS experience desirable)
• UML / Enterprise Architect for system design

Challenges Other desirable software skills / experience

• Python (ideally with exposure to one or more of Tensor Flow, Keras or Scikit)
• Rockwell PLC programming (Studio 5000)
• Atlassian Toolset
• Communication protocols (CANBus, Ethernet / IP, RS485)
• Database design
• ISO 9001 and TickITplus standards

Key accountabilities

• To be agreed by appointment

Behavioral requirements

• Technically proficient
• Strong communication skills
• Proactive, willing and responsive
• Motivated and genuinely interested in problem solving and developing logical, robust solutions
• Able to multi-task and prioritise a varied work load
• Wants to expand knowledge base