Software Engineer

Expleo; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the defence sector seeks experienced Software Engineers. The role focuses on developing software solutions for complex systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and requires SC Clearance eligibility. This position offers a collaborative environment with opportunities to expand skills through ExpleoAcademy and impactful projects.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Training and development via ExpleoAcademy

Competitive company benefits

Qualifications

• Proven software engineering experience in complex projects.
• Willingness to obtain SC Clearance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Handling embedded software requirements and supporting system flow down.
• Manage verification and compliance against rapid release schedules.

Skills

Problem-solving

Object-oriented design

Communication

Software development principles

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Job description

Overview

The Electronics & Embedded Systems (EES) business unit has world class experts in the provision of real-time embedded systems, specialising in safety critical control systems. To continue to grow the business we are now looking for experienced Software Engineers to join our growing team.

We are a key supplier to a number of the largest defence suppliers in the UK. Opportunities are on both Permanent and Contractor (Insider & Outside IR35) working basis , typically with 3 days onsite in Bristol, though you must be prepared for travel to client location.

Responsibilities

• EE requirements content, and experienced in handling embedded software or firmware requirements
• Experience in development complex systems design requirements, particularly for implementation in software.
• Manage system requirements, verification and compliance evolution against a rapid system baseline release schedule.
• Be able to generate detailed requirement sets on the basis of a variety of drivers and manage change over baselines.
• Support system requirement flow-down through to design and implementation teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Proven experience working as a Software Engineer, developing software solutions for complex projects.
• Eligibility and willingness to obtain SC Clearance (Security Check Clearance) is essential.

Essential skills

• Proven experience working as a Software Systems Engineer, developing software solutions for complex projects.
• Solid understanding of software development principles, object-oriented design, and design patterns.
• Familiarity with the software development lifecycle and agile methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze and debug complex software systems.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Desired skills

• Experience with UML design and the ability to create clear and concise software models and diagrams.

Experience

• Experience working in the UK Defence industry or with defence-related projects.
• Familiarity with additional programming languages and tools relevant to defence software development.
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies and tools, including unit testing and automated testing frameworks.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices.

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and ourpeers through good times and challenges
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
• ExpleoAcademy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo

• As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
• Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
• Communicating and promoting vacancies
• Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
• Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
• Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age”.

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive