Embedded Software Engineer - Safety-Critical Defense Systems

Morson Edge; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Stevenage seeks an Embedded Software Engineer for a 6-month contract. The role involves developing safety-critical embedded software for missile systems, covering the full software lifecycle. Candidates should have strong C/C++ skills, experience in safety-critical environments, and be eligible for UK security clearance. This position offers an hourly rate of £53.51 PAYE or £70 Umbrella, working on complex software development tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience in safety-critical embedded software development.
• Ability to produce and maintain design and test documentation.
• Eligible for UK security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and verify embedded real-time software.
• Maintain specifications and design documentation.
• Debug complex issues and ensure safety compliance.
• Collaborate in a lab environment with hardware.

Skills

Strong C/C++ development

Embedded development experience

Knowledge of requirements tools (e.g. DOORS)

Unit testing experience with LDRA or RAPITA

Familiarity with safety standards (DO178C Level B)

Tools

Git

RAPITA

Ansys SCADE

JIRA

Job description

A leading technology company in Stevenage seeks an Embedded Software Engineer for a 6-month contract. The role involves developing safety-critical embedded software for missile systems, covering the full software lifecycle. Candidates should have strong C/C++ skills, experience in safety-critical environments, and be eligible for UK security clearance. This position offers an hourly rate of £53.51 PAYE or £70 Umbrella, working on complex software development tasks.