Senior Embedded C/C++ Software Engineer – Cyber Security

Precept Recruit; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension

4x Death in service

EV car scheme

Benefit platform with high street.Dis

Job summary

Precept Recruit is recruiting for Senior Software Engineers and Software Engineers to join a growing team in Derby. The role focuses on secure software development for a UK sovereign technology company, requiring embedded C/C++ and a commitment to high-quality software.

The successful candidate will work on cutting-edge cyber security products, deliver secure and reliable software, and may need to obtain DV security clearance. Onsite in Derby with a strong emphasis on engineering excellence.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or an equivalent STEM subject.
• Strong software design and coding skills.
• Experience in software development (typically three or more years).
• Embedded C/C++ development experience.
• Knowledge of software unit testing, automation and tools such as LDRA or Parasoft.
• Familiarity with MISRA or similar coding standards.
• Understanding of static analysis tools and software quality assurance.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality software.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Analyse customer requirements and translate them into maintainable software designs.
• Develop, test and maintain high-quality software applications and systems.
• Undertake software unit testing and automated testing.
• Develop software using embedded C/C++ and other relevant technologies.
• Participate in code reviews and collaborative engineering activities.
• Produce technical documentation and project deliverables.
• Identify potential issues, investigate problems and recommend effective solutions.
• Deliver high-quality engineering work within agreed project schedules.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues while taking ownership of individual responsibilities.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Software design

Unit testing

Static analysis

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Degree in Computer Science or STEM

Tools

LDRA

Parasoft

Job description

Precept Recruit is recruiting for Senior Software Engineers and Software Engineers to join a growing team in Derby. The role focuses on secure software development for a UK sovereign technology company, requiring embedded C/C++ and a commitment to high-quality software.

The successful candidate will work on cutting-edge cyber security products, deliver secure and reliable software, and may need to obtain DV security clearance. Onsite in Derby with a strong emphasis on engineering excellence.