Java Software Engineer

Certain Advantage; Filton; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organization is looking for a proactive Java Software Engineer for a 12-month subcontractor role in Filton. This hands-on position involves developing software solutions for advanced Air Defence Systems with a collaborative team. Candidates should have a strong background in software engineering and experience in Java, as well as knowledge of standards like DO-178C. The role offers a hybrid working model with a compressed four-day week.

Responsibilities

• Develop evolving software tools and architectures for Air Defence Systems.
• Engage with requirement authorities and support automated target integration.
• Maintain effective documentation during software development.
• Evolve processes to improve efficiency and sustainability.

Skills

Software engineering background

Java experience

Collaborative approach

Software development process knowledge

Experience in other languages such as Ada

Knowledge of DDS middleware

Knowledge of Real Time Operating Systems

Knowledge of DefStan 00-55

Knowledge of DO-178C

Knowledge of 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.