Senior Software Engineer - C++ Expert, Lead & Mentor

Kelvin Hughes (A Hensoldt Company); Enfield; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Software Engineer at HENSOLDT UK is responsible for the whole or an assigned portion of a design from preliminary specification through to verified software. The role requires expert knowledge of software design, test and verification, and the ability to guide junior colleagues.

The candidate should have a strong C++ background, experience with the software development life cycle, and proficiency in Visual Studio. Desirable skills include GUI/UX and scripting with Python or PowerShell.

Qualifications

• Excellent understanding of C++.
• Experience of taking projects through the software development life cycle.
• Good English communication skills, written and verbal.
• Good understanding of Microsoft Visual Studio 2022/2026.
• Experience with GUI/UX or HCI desirable.
• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g. Python, PowerShell) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Produce software for new, innovative and profitable products and solutions.
• Support and enhance existing software in accordance with commercial requirements.
• Responsible for specification, design, implementation, testing and maintenance of software to support the company’s products and services.
• Undertakes additional project tasks as required by management.
• Provide support and advice to less experienced colleagues.
• Act as a role model for junior staff.
• Technical liaison within and outside HENSOLDT UK with customers, suppliers and collaborators on software related matters.
• Any other tasks associated with this role.

Skills

C++

SDLC

English communication

Visual Studio

GUI/UX

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant subject

Tools

Visual Studio

Job description

The Senior Software Engineer at HENSOLDT UK is responsible for the whole or an assigned portion of a design from preliminary specification through to verified software. The role requires expert knowledge of software design, test and verification, and the ability to guide junior colleagues.

The candidate should have a strong C++ background, experience with the software development life cycle, and proficiency in Visual Studio. Desirable skills include GUI/UX and scripting with Python or PowerShell.