Software Engineer

Lorien; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lorien is seeking a Software Engineer to play a key role in delivering advanced real-time software solutions for missile and defence systems.

You will be responsible for developing and integrating embedded, real-time software, working closely with engineering teams and contributing to high-integrity, safety-critical systems.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in developing embedded software.
• Understanding of real-time operating systems.
• Knowledge of ARM and/or RISC-V architectures.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software for missile subsystems.
• Integrate software with hardware and firmware.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Skills

Embedded software development (C/C++)

Analytical and design skills

Problem-solving ability

Communication with stakeholders

Tools

C

C++

Ada

RTOS

ARM architecture

RISC-V architecture

Job description

You will play a key role in delivering advanced real-time software solutions that support next-generation missile and defence systems.

As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for development and integration of embedded, real-time software for missile subsystems.

Hands-on engineering role, where you will:

• Develop embedded software using C, C++ and/or Ada
• Work on real-time systems with strict performance requirements
• Integrate software with hardware, firmware, and other subsystems
• Support both current products and future system development
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Your work will contribute to high-integrity, safety-critical systems.

Skills and Experiences

• Strong experience in embedded software development (C/C++)
• Understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS) (desirable)
• Knowledge of ARM and/or RISC-V architectures
• Excellent analytical and design skills
• Strong problem-solving ability with a flexible, can-do mindset
• Knowledge of modern software development practices
• Ability to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders
• Experience with Ada
• Familiarity with safety-critical standards.