Senior Software Engineer

QinetiQ; Malvern; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology company is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their OpTech team in Malvern. You will be responsible for developing software for innovative electronics systems and solving complex technical challenges. This role requires experience in C/C++ development, embedded platforms, and a rigorous engineering approach. The position is fully on-site, requiring DV clearance.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Health Cash Plan

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employee discount portal

Volunteer opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience developing in C/C++.
• Ability to work in a rigorous engineering environment.
• Knowledge of software specification, design, and implementation.
• Experience developing for embedded platforms.
• Knowledge of Unit Testing & CI/CD methodologies.
• Skills in multithreading development and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for software development and related activities.
• Solve challenging technical problems in various project stages.
• Analyze, design, implement, test, and support solutions.
• Innovate in the application of digital hardware technologies.
• Decompose systems into functional components for User Stories.

Skills

C/C++ development

Configuration and change management tools

Complex software solutions implementation

Embedded platforms development

Unit Testing & CI/CD tools

Multithreading development

Job description

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The Role

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will join the OpTech team in Intelligence Security Solutions, providing cutting-edge solutions to protect Sovereign states from increasingly sophisticated threats.

Day-to-day, you will be working within a team that develops software for innovative electronics systems, collaborating closely with specialists across disciplines.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Being responsible to the Project Design Authority for software development and related activities
• Solving technically challenging problems from rapid developments to full-scale system developments
• Applying rigorous engineering practices such as analyzing, designing, implementing, testing, supporting, and maintaining solutions
• Innovating in the application and integration of digital hardware technologies to build novel embedded systems
• Decomposing systems into functional components and translating them into a backlog of User Stories

Essential experience of the Senior Software Engineer:

• Experience developing in C/C++
• Ability to work in a rigorous engineering environment using configuration and change management tools
• Knowledge of the specification, design, and implementation of complex software solutions
• Experience developing for embedded platforms
• Experience with Unit Testing & CI/CD tools
• Multithreading development and debugging skills

Essential qualifications:

We value diverse backgrounds and do not require a specific education level; demonstrated experience and willingness to learn are key.

This role is 37 hours per week, based at Malvern, and is fully on-site.

Please note that DV clearance is required for this role.

Malvern

The Malvern facility specializes in electronic warfare, surveillance, and complex system integration, contributing significantly to the UK’s defense capabilities. It develops technologies for military and civilian applications, including sensors, communications, and cybersecurity.

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we expand into new markets globally, there’s no better time to join us. Our success relies on innovation and tackling complex challenges. As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll work in a diverse environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth. We value different perspectives and disciplines, encouraging you to be authentic and reach your full potential. Visit our website to learn more about our inclusive workplace culture.

Our Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with options to purchase additional days
• Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal for various services
• Support for the Armed Forces community and recognition through awards
• Volunteering opportunities in charities and local communities

Our Recruitment Process:

We aim for an inclusive recruitment process that values and supports all candidates. If you have a disability or health condition affecting assessment performance, inform your Recruiter for reasonable adjustments. Many roles require national security vetting, which may be transferable if already held. Some roles have additional restrictions based on nationality.

All applicants must be willing to undergo DV Clearance.