Senior Software Developer

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their team in Farnborough. You will develop software solutions across multiple platforms, including embedded systems and Linux applications. The ideal candidate has expertise in C/C++, Rust, and Agile practices, while also being eligible for Developed Vetting security clearance. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and work in cutting-edge defense technology, with opportunities for growth and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for growth and learning

Collaborative engineering team

Qualifications

• Eligibility for Developed Vetting (DV) Security Clearance.
• Experience in embedded Linux application, kernel, or driver development.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test software solutions.
• Develop software across a wide range of platforms.
• Produce high-quality documentation covering requirements, design, and testing.

Skills

Embedded Linux

C / C++

Rust

Python

Agile methodologies

Education

Degree in engineering, mathematics, or science-based discipline

Tools

Jupyter Notebooks

Various GUI frameworks

Python scripting

HTML, JavaScript, TypeScript, React

Job description

Senior Software Engineer

Locations: Onsite in Farnborough
Job Type: Full Time

Join the team redefining defence technology

This organsiation engineer systems that save lives and deliver technologies that shape the future of defence. At the forefront of advanced cryptographic and key management solutions, enabling the secure exchange of critical information at both tactical and strategic levels.

If you want to work on complex, meaningful problems in highly secure and demanding environments, this is your opportunity to make a>

The Role

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be part of a small, multi-disciplinary engineering team developing innovative solutions to complex customer challenges. Your work will span the full development lifecycle — from early research and rapid prototyping through to mature, fully released products.

You will work flexibly across technologies, frameworks, and programming languages, collaborating closely with hardware, electronics, and mechanical engineers to deliver highly differentiated solutions.

Key Responsibilitie

• Design, implement, and test software solutions across the full development lifecycle
• Develop software across a wide range of platforms, including:
• Bare-metal MCUs and signal processing
• Embedded Linux
• GUI development on Windows, Linux, and mobile platforms
• Data analytics using Jupyter Notebooks
• Program in languages appropriate to the solution, including Rust, C/C++, Python, and modern web frameworks
• Interface and collaborate with FPGA, electronic, and mechanical design teams
• Work in an agile environment, balancing requirements, schedule, and cost
• Produce high-quality documentation covering requirements, design, and testing
• Ensure secure handling of information in compliance with government and company security regulations

Essential Requirements

• Eligibility for Developed Vetting (DV) Security Clearance
• Degree in an engineering, mathematical, or science-based discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in at least one of the following:
• Embedded Linux application, kernel, or driver development
• C / C++ or Rust
• Strong understanding of:
• Software development lifecycles and best practices
• Object-Oriented Design and design patterns
• Software testing and design-for-test principles

Desirable Skills & Experience

• GUI frameworks such as eGUI, GTK, or Tauri
• Yocto, PetaLinux, uBoot
• Python, Jupyter Notebooks, or MATLAB
• Web technologies: HTML, JavaScript, TypeScript, React
• iOS / Android development
• Communications protocols: TCP, QUIC, Wi-Fi
• GNU Radio and Software Defined Radio (SDR)
• FPGA development and exposure to hardware design

Why this organisation?

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Work on cutting-edge cyber and defence technologies

Be part of a highly skilled, collaborative engineering team

Solve real-world problems in mission-critical environments

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for growth, learning, and long-term career development

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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