Software Engineer

Spirent; Daventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of automated solutions in the UK is seeking a C/C++ Developer. In this role, you will support the product development lifecycle and collaborate with the core Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a degree, experience in C++ and Python, and be a team player with strong problem-solving skills and a positive attitude. Join us and help shape the future of technology.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in developing software using C++ & Python.
• Team player with a highly collaborative and positive attitude.
• Eager to learn new technologies, self-motivated, energetic approach.

Responsibilities

• Support product development lifecycle.
• Assist with software design, functionality, and planning.
• Deliver software solutions and customize technologies.

Skills

C++

Python

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree level or higher qualification

Tools

Windows

Linux

Git

Job description

We are in search of a C/C++ Developer to support our product development lifecycle. The successful candidate will possess strong technical know-how with business acumen. The role will form part of the core Engineering team and will support requirements for current and future programs and product delivery.

This includes software design, functionality and scope, plus support to product development and planning. Not only are you experienced in delivery of software solutions, but you have a firm grasp of their technologies, platforms and communication protocols, and have intimate knowledge of how best to customise these attributes to our business to help us become more secure and efficient.

About Spirent Communications

Spirent is the leading global provider of automated test and assurance solutions for communications networks, cybersecurity, and positioning.

We provide innovative products, services, and managed solutions that address the test, assurance, and automation challenges of a new generation of technologies, including 5G, cloud, autonomous vehicles and beyond. From testing in the lab to testing in the real world, Spirent helps companies deliver on their promise to their customers of a new generation of connected devices and technologies.

Why Spirent? … Because together we can shape tomorrow!

Spirent is its people. When you join the Spirent team, you will join forces and work alongside some of the industry’s most passionate subject matter experts. In an environment of innovation, you will find a place where you can grow, think, explore, create, and make change happen.

At Spirent, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to thriving in the ever‑changing world of global technology. We embrace a culture where difference is valued and openness, mutual respect, collaboration, and fairness are considered fundamental. Spirent does not tolerate discrimination or offensive behaviour of any kind. We are committed to creating workplaces that genuinely reflect the diversity of the world we serve and an environment where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic self to work.

Your success is vital to our success, which is why we will support you to perform, grow, and contribute – with the confidence to be yourself. And to support your personal wellbeing, we hope you will love our dedication to creating the right work and life balance experience!

Join Spirent and together let’s shape tomorrow!

Qualifications

Required

• Degree level or higher qualification
• Demonstrable experience in developing software using C++ & Python
• Team player with highly collaborative and positive attitude
• Excellent interpersonal communication, problem solving, presentation and analytical skills
• Eager to learn new technologies, self‑motivated, energetic approach

Desired

• Candidates with a background in GNSS Positioning would be ideally suited to this role.
• Experience working with Windows, Linux and Git technologies.
• Experience with IQ signal data.
• Strong awareness of networking and internet protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, HTTP and distributed networks.
• Experience with open‑source technology, software development and system engineering.
• Expertise in Inertial technology.
• Advanced mathematical skills would be beneficial.