Hybrid C++ Software Engineer for Defence Tech

Leonardo; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Leonardo in Southampton is seeking talented software engineers to support defence projects. You will develop high-quality software across Linux and Windows environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams and applying design principles for modular, reusable code.

The role emphasizes lifecycle discipline, hands-on testing, and software/hardware integration, with security screenings and flexible onsite/hybrid working in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience with developing C++ Linux applications.
• Experience with developing C# Windows applications.
• Familiarity with lifecycle processes (requirements, design, implementation, test, integration).
• Familiarity with configuration management tools such as Git.
• Software design experience (SysML/UML).
• Test case and procedure development experience.
• Software/Hardware integration and debugging.
• Networking experience.
• Software development on ARM cores within FPGAs.
• Knowledge of Docker, VMs and CI tools.
• Knowledge of RTCA 178C and AUTOSAR / MISRA C/C++ standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and integrate high-quality software code for critical applications.
• Support and motivate multi-disciplinary teams.
• Influence development approach with design principles, modularity and reuse.
• Develop expertise in an environment focused on learning, mentorship, and career progression.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on multidisciplinary solutions.

Skills

C++

Linux

C#

Windows

Software lifecycle

git

SysML/UML

Test design

HW/SW integration

Networking

ARM in FPGA

Docker

CI tools

AUTOSAR/MISRA C/C++

Tools

Git

Docker

Virtual machines

CI tools

Job description

Leonardo in Southampton is seeking talented software engineers to support defence projects. You will develop high-quality software across Linux and Windows environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams and applying design principles for modular, reusable code.

The role emphasizes lifecycle discipline, hands-on testing, and software/hardware integration, with security screenings and flexible onsite/hybrid working in the UK.