Software Engineer

Copello; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is recruiting for Software Engineers in the UK. The role involves designing and testing security-focused software systems, collaborating with teams, and applying modern engineering practices. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and proficiency in C / C++, Rust, or embedded development. Strong understanding of software lifecycles and UK Government Security Clearance eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in software, electronics, or a related field.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following: C / C++, Rust, or embedded development.
• Strong understanding of software lifecycles, testing, and design for reliability.
• Eligible for UK Government Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test embedded and application software.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Apply modern engineering practices.
• Drive technical quality and innovation.

Skills

C / C++

Rust

Embedded product development

Embedded Linux development

Education

Degree in software, electronics, or related field

Job description

Copello are recruiting for Software Engineers, across various levels of experience, on behalf of an engineering business based out of either Maidenhead or Farnborough.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and test embedded and application software for complex, security focused systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to turn challenging requirements into robust, reliable solutions.
• Apply modern engineering practices, from object oriented design and automated testing to DevSecOps and continuous integration.
• Drive technical quality, innovation, and improvement across projects.

What You Bring

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in software, electronics, or a related field.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following:
  • C / C++
  • Rust
  • Embedded product development (bare-metal or RTOS such as ThreadX, QNX, or Linux)
  • Embedded Linux application, kernel, or driver development
• Strong understanding of software lifecycles, testing, and design for reliability.
• Eligible for UK Government Security Clearance