Software Engineer

MBDA; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Bristol is seeking a skilled C++ Developer to join their team. You will design and test complex business logic, collaborate with internal teams, and enhance software for virtual environments. Successful candidates will have extensive experience with C++, software engineering principles, and CI/CD practices. The role requires security clearance and offers excellent professional growth opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in developing C++ applications.
• Strong foundation in software engineering principles.
• Proficient in CI/CD pipelines and associated tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and test complex business logic using C++.
• Collaborate with algorithm teams to develop and test software.
• Develop integration interfaces with internal and external systems.
• Enhance software for virtual environments.

Skills

C++ development

Software engineering principles

CI/CD pipelines

GitLab

Docker

Virtualised environments

Safety and security-focused development

Data Distribution Service (DDS)

Job description

Join a leading partner of the UK Ministry of Defence at our Bristol site. This role is part of a team delivering a demonstration system for an advanced Command and Control capability, building on existing concepts and logic. If the demonstration proves successful, it could progress into a full development project for an operational capability.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and test complex business logic using C++.
• Collaborate with internal algorithm teams to develop code that executes algorithms, implements advanced transformation logic, and verifies functionality. Work will involve multiple iterations following a CI/CD approach.
• Develop interfaces for integration with both internal and external systems.
• Enhance existing software by creating components for virtual environments and supporting software deployment.

What do you need?

• Extensive experience in developing C++ applications.
• Strong foundation in software engineering principles, including implementation and system-wide impact.
• Proficient in CI/CD pipelines and tools such as GitLab and Docker.
• Experience in creating software for virtualised environments.
• Familiarity with safety and security-focused development practices and relevant standards (advantageous).
• Knowledge of Data Distribution Service (DDS) is desirable.

What happens now?

Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e‑mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application.

Security Clearance

British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team.

More about the role

For more than 70 years, our client has been in a strong partnership with the UK military. They have accomplished numerous milestones in defence engineering and have provided essential defence capabilities to meet the requirements of the armed forces across land, sea, and air. This role is based in Bristol, at one of their state‑of‑the‑art sites that plays a crucial role in missile operations. The location boasts excellent transportation links, outstanding learning and development opportunities, and a variety of social, charitable, and sporting activities.