Principal Software Engineer

Matchtech; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Defence & Security in the United Kingdom is looking for a skilled Test Equipment Design Engineer. This role focuses on creating and delivering high-quality software solutions, primarily using LabVIEW. Responsibilities include developing robust code and mentoring other engineers, while also engaging with stakeholders to meet their requirements. Ideal candidates should have experience with C, NI LabWindows/CVI, and Agile methodologies. Join a dynamic team and contribute to innovative solutions in the defence sector.

Qualifications

• Experience designing solutions using C and NI LabWindows/CVI.
• Familiarity with TestStand is essential.
• Experience with Agile development and Atlassian toolset.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver software solutions within a defined work package area.
• Establish and mature stakeholder needs for optimum capabilities.
• Resolve emerging issues by proposing and driving solutions.

Skills

LabVIEW

C

NI LabWindows/CVI

TestStand

Agile development

Atlassian toolset

Job description

Our client, a leading company in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Test Equipment Design Engineer for a contract position. This role focuses on creating and delivering software solutions, especially using LabVIEW, within a structured work package to meet various stakeholder requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and deliver software solutions within a defined work package area, ensuring all stakeholder requirements are met
• Establish and mature stakeholder needs, determining optimum capabilities to solve their problems
• Create high-quality and robust code; document and record work products, keeping them under configuration management
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure architecture alignment with other programme elements
• Apply appropriate tools and techniques for test equipment design, providing expert advice
• Resolve emerging issues by proposing and driving solutions, escalating complex risks and supporting opportunity and risk mitigation
• Foster relationships within and outside the line of business, promoting best practice adoption
• Develop, coach, mentor, and upskill other engineers in the application of engineering

Job Requirements

Experience of designing solutions using C and NI LabWindows/CVI and familiarity with TestStand is essential. Additionally, experience or familiarity with the following will make you stand out:

• Developing Low Level Drivers
• Developing software for test system environments
• Developing software within a development process framework
• Experience with Agile development and Atlassian toolset
• Familiarity with configuration management tools, defect tracking, and peer review

If you are a skilled Test Equipment Design Engineer with expertise in LabVIEW and a passion for creating robust software solutions, we encourage you to apply now. Join our client's dynamic and innovative team in the Defence & Security sector.