Software Engineer

Holt Recruitment; Essex; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a Software Engineer to join a forward-thinking team developing next-generation radar technology for security systems. The role involves designing software, integrating with third-party platforms, and improving user experiences, making it ideal for an analytical problem-solver in a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in software development.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming.
• Familiarity with real-time systems and embedded Linux is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software across radar systems and interfaces.
• Build integrations with third-party surveillance platforms.
• Enhance system usability and improve user experiences.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical mindset

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Software Engineering or related field

Tools

C++

Python

SQL databases

Job description

Looking to build software that powers real-world security systems? Join a forward-thinking team developing next-generation radar technology used in over 35 countries for border surveillance, perimeter protection, and critical infrastructure security.

Youll work on everything from embedded radar software to advanced control interfaces, developing new capabilities, improving user experiences, and integrating with third-party surveillance platforms.

This is a great opportunity for a curious and capable software engineer ready to take on exciting technical challenges in a multidisciplinary environment.

What Youll Be Doing:

- Design and develop software across a range of radar systems and interfaces
- Build integrations with third-party surveillance and security platforms
- Enhance system usability and improve user experiences
- Help evolve the teams engineering practices and techniques

What Were Looking For:

- 2+ years experience in software development
- Strong understanding of object-oriented programming
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Problem-solver with a creative, analytical mindset
- Comfortable engaging with end users and stakeholders

Itd Be Great If You Also Have Some Of The Following:

- Degree in software, engineering, or a software-focused science field
- C++, Python, or similar programming languages
- Experience with SQL databases, GIS data, or UI/UX best practices
- Familiarity with real-time systems, embedded Linux, or machine learning
- Background in security/defence or command & control software
- Willingness to travel for occasional project work (UK & international)

If you're ready to make a direct impact on cutting-edge surveillance technologies and work alongside a team of expert engineers, wed love to hear from you.

Apply today!