Lead Software Engineer - Real-Time Simulations & AR/VR

MBDA S.A.S.; Bradley Stoke; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organization in the UK is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to develop synthetic environments for advanced defence systems. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in C# and C++, an ability to lead software development teams, and a creative approach to problem-solving. This role offers a salary of around £65,000 with dynamic hybrid working arrangements - 3-4 days onsite each week. The company values diversity and encourages unique perspectives in its teams.

Benefits

Bonus of up to 21% of base salary

Pension contributions up to 14%

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals and free car parking

Excellent career progression and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong background in software development, particularly in C# and C++.
• Ability to lead a small software development team.
• Open approach to software that can be integrated into multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop synthetic environments using C family programming languages.
• Collaborate with Project Leads and the wider project team.
• Drive technical innovation in simulation components.

Skills

C#

C++

Problem solving

Real-time software development

Adaptability

Creativity

Job description

A leading defence organization in the UK is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to develop synthetic environments for advanced defence systems. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in C# and C++, an ability to lead software development teams, and a creative approach to problem-solving. This role offers a salary of around £65,000 with dynamic hybrid working arrangements - 3-4 days onsite each week. The company values diversity and encourages unique perspectives in its teams.