Principal Software Engineer, UI

Defence iQ; Fareham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in autonomous vehicle technology is looking for a skilled software engineer to develop user-facing Ground Control Station software. The role involves designing intuitive interfaces and ensuring robust software performance through thorough testing. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with C++, Qt, and a strong grasp of user interface design principles, alongside effective communication skills for collaboration with end-users and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in C++ and Qt, ideally including QML and JavaScript.
• Strong understanding of user interface design principles.
• Proficiency in software testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of user-facing GCS software.
• Engage with operators to gather requirements and refine user experience.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers.

Skills

C++

Qt

JavaScript

User Interface Design

Software Testing

Communication

Job description

This role is pivotal in leading the development of user-facing Ground Control Station (GCS) software designed to enable operators to remotely control and monitor autonomous vehicles beyond visual line-of-sight.

This involves creating robust, intuitive interfaces using C++, Qt, QML, and JavaScript, alongside incorporating modern UX principles and rigorous testing methodologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of user-facing GCS software for autonomous vehicle monitoring and control.
• Build and maintain user interface software using C++ and Qt - QML and JavaScript experience would be useful here too.
• Engage with operators to gather requirements, validate usability, and refine user experience.
• Develop prototypes and storyboards to capture user requirements and iterate on design concepts.
• Ensure software robustness through rigorous testing, validation, and performance optimisation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including autonomy and hardware engineers, to integrate software solutions.
• Document and maintain codebases with a focus on readability, scalability, and maintainability.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers.

Job Requirements:

• Extensive experience in C++ and Qt, ideally including QML and JavaScript.
• Strong understanding of user interface design principles, particularly for mission-critical systems.
• Experience defining software requirements, developing architectures, and producing robust implementations.
• Proficiency in software testing methodologies, including unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing.
• Experience with UI testing methodologies, including automated UI testing, usability testing, and end-to-end testing, is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with end-users to gather requirements.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage complex workloads effectively.