Senior Software Engineer

Ultra; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology firm in Farnborough seeks a software engineer to develop innovative solutions across multiple platforms. Candidates should have a degree in engineering or a related field and experience in C/C++ or Rust. The role requires obtaining SC and DV security clearances. This position offers a dynamic environment with flexible working hours and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Participation in Annual Bonus Scheme

Private Medical Cover

25 days' holiday with option to buy 5 more

Pension Contribution

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience with best practice software development processes/lifecycles.
• Willing to obtain and maintain SC and DV security clearance.
• Experience with GUI development frameworks is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and test solutions to customer problems.
• Develop software across multiple platforms.
• Generate documentation for development processes.

Skills

Embedded Linux application development

C/C++ or Rust programming

Object Oriented Design

Software testing and design for test

Education

Degree in an engineering, mathematical or science-based subject

Tools

Python

Jupyter Notebooks

HTML

JavaScript

Job description

Overview

The Ultra Engineering function manages a portfolio of specialist capabilities, generating highly differentiated solutions and products by applying electronic, mechanical, and software technologies in demanding and critical environments to meet customer needs. Working in a small multi-disciplined engineering team, you will develop innovative solutions to complex customer problems ranging from early research to full product development. You will work flexibly across a range of frameworks and coding languages to deliver rapid prototypes and demonstrators, then take these concepts into more mature solutions, leading to a full product release.

Responsibilities

• Work across the development lifecycle to design, implement and test solutions to customer problems.
• Develop software targeting a range of areas from bare-metal MCU, signal processing, Embedded Linux, GUI development on Windows, Linux and mobile; data analytics using Jupyter notebooks.
• Program in a range of languages appropriate to the solution ranging from Rust, C/C++ to Python and Web Development frameworks.
• Work/interact with FPGAs, electronic design and mechanical design.
• Work closely with team‑members in an agile fashion achieving a balanced approach to requirement, schedule and cost.
• Generate appropriate documentation from requirements, design and testing material to support developments.
• Manage security of information as defined in the Security manual to ensure compliance with Government regulations.

Role Requirements

• Essential:
  • Willing and able to obtain, and maintain, SC security clearance.
  • Willing and able to obtain, and maintain, DV security clearance (following attainment of SC clearance).
  • Degree in an engineering, mathematical or science‑based subject or equivalent experience.
  • Experience of at least one of the following:
    • Embedded Linux application, kernel and/or driver development.
    • C / C++ or Rust.
  • Experience of best practice software development processes/lifecycles.
  • Experience of Object Oriented Design and Design Patterns.
  • Experience of software testing and design for test.
• Desirable:
  • GUI development frameworks such as eGUI, GTK, Tauri.
  • Yocto, Petalinux and uBoot.
  • Python, Jupyter Notebooks or Matlab.
  • Web Development languages (HTML, Javascript, Typescript, React).
  • IOS/Android development.
  • Communications protocols – TCP, QUIC, WiFi.
  • GNU Radio and Software Defined Radios.
  • FPGAs and Exposure to Hardware.
  • UML design and tools such as Enterprise Architect.

Security and Clearance Requirements

Due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers, candidates may need to obtain the relevant security clearance or handle export‑controlled material as defined by the role's requirements. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance for the role. Due to the nature of our work, you must be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. For more information, please visit the UKSV website.

About the Team

Join the team redefining defence technology. From engineering systems that save lives to leading programmes that change the battlefield, find your place in the future of defence. The Cyber Business unit is at the forefront of pioneering advanced cryptographic and key‑management solutions, facilitating the confidential exchange of vital information for customers operating at both tactical and strategic echelons. Join our team and participate in the innovation that ensures the highest security and trust worldwide.

Benefits

• Participation in an Annual Bonus Scheme
• Private Medical Cover
• 25 days' holiday (plus Bank Holidays) with the option to buy an extra 5 days
• Pension Contribution
• 4 x Life Assurance Cover
• Flexible working hours with opportunity for a 1pm finish on a Friday
• Flexible benefits including cycle‑to‑work scheme, will writing and more
• Security Clearance Allowance – where relevant and subject to you holding the required clearance