Java Software Engineer

Advantage Resourcing UK Ltd; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organization is seeking a Java Software Engineer for a hybrid role based in Bristol. This position is on a 12-month contract with a focus on developing solutions for next-generation Air Defence Systems. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in software engineering, particularly in Java, and be proactive in the development process. The role encompasses a compressed work week and offers overtime for hours beyond 37 per week.

Qualifications

• Strong background in software engineering with system-wide impact.
• Proven experience working in Java.
• Ability to work well in a team and maintain development momentum.

Responsibilities

• Develop solutions for next-generation Air Defence Systems.
• Design and develop new and evolving software tools.
• Engage with requirement authorities and oversee automated target integration.

Skills

Software engineering

Java

Collaboration

Software development process

Ada

DDS middleware

Real Time Operating Systems

DefStan 00-55

DO-178C

IEC61508

Job description

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Java Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.

Job Title:

Java Software Engineer

Rate:

£65.00 per hour

Location:

Bristol

Hybrid / Remote working:

The role will be onsite – a compressed 4 day week (Monday to Thursday is fine)

Contract:

37 Hours per week

Overtime:

Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’

Duration:

12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)

IR35 status:

Inside IR35 (Umbrella)

Job Description

The team, at the Bristol facility, develop solutions for the next generation of Air Defence Systems; developing evolving products whilst maintaining their enviable reputation for safety, performance and dependability.

This is a very hands‑on role and requires the continued design and development of new and evolving software tools and architectures, and the instantiations for future products. Perfect for a Software Engineer who is proactive and takes the initiative.

Skillset/experience required:

• A strong background in software engineering, its realisation and system wide impact.
• Experience of working in Java
• Collaborative, open approach to development and have the ability to work well in a team and maintain momentum during development.
• Experience of working across the entire software development process from engaging with requirement authorities to automated target integration and proving, supported with effective documentation
• Experience of new tools, techniques and approaches that might enable us to evolve our processes to improve our efficiency and sustainability
• Experience in other languages such as Ada
• Knowledge of DDS middleware and Real Time Operating Systems
• Knowledge of standards such as DefStan 00-55, DO-178C or IEC61508