Senior Software C# SQL Server

GE Aerospace; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology company located in Eastleigh is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain ground-based software applications. This role involves integrating with various systems and ensuring reliability of user interfaces. Candidates should possess strong skills in C# and SQL, alongside a Bachelor’s in Computer Science or related fields. The position offers a collaborative team environment within a Scrum framework, and the selected candidate will have opportunities to engage in continuous improvement and innovation practices.

Benefits

Non-contributory Pension

Life Assurance

Group income protection

Private medical cover

Flexible holiday options

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Experience with real-time data processing and visualization
• Good understanding of automated testing tools like TestComplete

Responsibilities

• Design and develop ground-based software applications
• Build user interfaces and operator tools ensuring reliability
• Conduct code reviews and participate in sprint planning

Skills

C#

Relational databases

SQL

Testing methodology

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or STEM majors

Tools

Visual Studio

DOORS

Rally

Azure DevOps

Jira

Job description

Job Description Summary

During a time of consistent and continued growth our GE Aerospace team at our Eastleigh site are future proofing our Defence and Aerospace capability with a new role for a Senior Software Engineer. As the Ground Application Software Engineer you’ll design build and sustain our cutting edge ground-based software applications and services that support mission-critical operations.

You’ll also have the opportunity to work on data ingestion processing and integration with back-end services and hardware systems. You’ll partner closely with our product systems platform data and test teams to deliver high-quality secure and reliable software that improves Safety Quality Delivery and Cost.

In this role you will :

• Drive design reviews define interfaces between code modules and applies existing technology to designs
• Architect implement and maintain ground applications (services and tooling) with clean modular and testable code
• Build user interfaces and operator tools that are reliable and performance oriented
• Integrate with existing software simulators test equipment and external systems using well-defined contracts and protocols
• Implement and maintain data schemas messaging and event-driven integrations
• Establish unit integration and end-to-end tests
• Participate in sprint planning code reviews and design reviews; contribute to documentation and user manuals
• Support deployments environment configuration and deployment activities
• Work cross-functionally with project managers systems engineers and end users to refine requirements
• Drive root-cause analysis retrospectives and improvements that enhance Safety Quality Delivery and Cost.

Essential must have Skills and Experience :

• Skilled in the following C#
• Familiarity with relational and SQL databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server) and schema design
• Experience in testing and test methodology.

Desired Experience and Competencies :

• Software engineering and test with the Defence & Aerospace and / or Aviation industries is highly desirable
• Experience using Visual Studio
• Experience in writing and developing test cases. As well as in developing and maintaining automated testing software
• Familiarity with tools such as DOORS, Rally, Azure DevOps, Jira as well as experience with continuous Integration Build and Test practices would also be advantageous as we continue to improve our product portfolio and the way we develop software solutions
• Apply secure coding practices identity and access controls and data protection
• Strong knowledge of Object-Oriented Analysis and Design Software Design Patterns and coding principles
• Bachelors degree in computer science or STEM Majors (Science Technology Engineering and Math) with advanced experience
• Real-time or near-real-time data processing and visualization experience
• Awareness of regulatory or quality frameworks (e.g. AS9100, DO-178C, ISO 27001) and software safety practices
• Experience using IBM Engineering Workflow Management tools
• Aware of Windows 11 application development
• General understanding of automated testing tools such as TestComplete

Awareness of methods and practices such as Lean / Agile / XP etc

General understanding of the impacts of technology choice to the software development life cycle

Experience in Windows 10 application development

Strong problem-solving systems thinking and debugging skills

Clear concise communication and documentation

Collaboration and respect for people; effective code review and mentoring

Continuous improvement mindset; data-driven decision making.

This role is part of a highly skilled flexible team working in a Scrum environment you’ll take part in regular / daily stand-ups. You will be asked to participate in technical reviews within the Aircraft Services team to share technical knowledge and solutions as well to the end customers. This opportunity will suit an experienced software engineer with high level skills C# and SQL server - if you enjoy working in a positive team based environment where you’ll get the opportunity to showcase your initiative as well as your enthusiasm and passion for engineering well help you take your career to the next level.

Our goal as a GE Aerospace team is to demonstrate success in achieving and exceeding customer expectations. Does this sound like something you would like to be part of? If so then apply today uploading a tailored CV showcasing C# and SQL skills and why you believe you’ll be a great candidate for this opportunity.

About GE Aerospace

At GE Aerospace we invent the future of flight lift people up and bring them home safely. As key players in the field of integrated systems for commercial military business and general aviation aircraft when you join us you’ll find yourself in a dynamic environment where our ongoing substantial investment in research and development keeps us looking ahead. We’ve got an amazing team of exceptional people helping to solve increasingly complex challenges - people like you.

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements where possible and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total flexible benefits plan called FlexChoice gives you freedom choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained you may not be eligible for the role and / or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance : BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Relocation Assistance Provided : Yes