Software Engineer C++ / C#

Mass Consultants Ltd; Corsham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Software Engineer specializing in C++ and C#. This on-site position in Corsham involves developing mission-critical simulation software for the defense sector. Candidates should have a strong background in engineering or physics, alongside relevant experience in software design and development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private Medical & Dental Insurance

Life Assurance scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Continuous Professional Development support

Annual Wellness Allowance

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in either C++ or C# development required.
• Good understanding of computing fundamentals and strong software design skills.
• Confident C++/C# practitioner needed.

Responsibilities

• Capture and analyze requirements for software enhancements.
• Design and develop associated code while testing and updating software.
• Train users in software functionalities.

Skills

Software Design

Object Oriented Design

Problem Solving

Data Structures

Version Control

Education

Background in Physics, Mathematics or Engineering

Tools

Visual Studio

MATLAB

Job description

Software Engineer C++ C# – On-site, Corsham (SN13)

• Salary DOE
• 25 days annual leave
• Buy or sell up to 5 days’ annual leave
• Two pension schemes to choose from
• Private Medical & Dental Insurance+ discounts for additional family members
• Life Assurance scheme up to 4 x salary
• Multiple Save schemes
• Electric/Hybrid Car leasing scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Retail discounts
• Continuous Professional development support
• Annual Wellness Allowance

This is an opportunity to make an impact on a team that takes great pride in delivering the very best solutions in a role that really does ‘make a difference’ of critical importance. As a software and model engineer you can expect to be involved insupporting ongoing maintenance and enhancement of mission-critical simulation software working as part of a dedicated team.

The software runs on Windows and uses the Red Hat Linux environment and is crucial to defence decision making. The role requires contributing to a rigorous development and test cycle that maintains high customer confidence in both the software and the team maintaining it.

The successful candidate will be a confident C++/C# practitioner, with a background in physics, mathematics or engineering, with the ability to work effectively with a demanding customer.The role is based in-office in Wiltshire but may involve occasional travel both within and outside of UK.

Activities will include:

• Capture and analysis of requirements or other change requests
• Designand development of the associated code
• Testing, analysing and updating the software and documentation
• Contributing to working groups on technical and scheduling matters
• Study work, using the software to carry out parametric study to answer customer questions or optimise modelling
• Training users in the use of the parts of the software you are responsible for

Essential experience

• You're an engineer at heart and enjoy the challenge of building complex software solutions
• You want to apply your natural ingenuity to solve challenging engineering problems
• You're keen to learn new technologies and languages
• You have a good understanding of computing fundamentals (e.g. logic, data structures) along with strong software design skills, including OO, and knowledge of version control systems such as Git
• 2+ years’ experience in either C++ or C# development
• Object Oriented Design, and implementation of engineering algorithms
• Requirements &Configurationmanagement
• Knowledge of Visual Studio &MS Office Products

Nice to haves

• Knowledge of the Red Hat Linux or other Unix based operating system
• Knowledge ofAnalysis tools such as MATLAB and/or R
• Knowledge of powered flight and modelling of trajectory and guidance systems
• Knowledge of weapon effects modelling
• Knowledge of Numerical and Monte-Carlo methods
• Knowledge of Command and Control modelling

Our non-negotiables

• Youmustbe eligible to work and live in the UK
• Due to the nature of the projects you’ll be working on, youmustbe eligible to undergo and maintain appropriate UK government Developed Vetting security clearance

Who is MASS

MASS is an independent, global technology company, trusted by highly secure organisations to provide advanced, digital services that manage data and keep information safe. With our heritage in defence, we offer robust solutions to sectors where security expertise is essential.

Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowingemployees to flourish and to achieve their full potential. Our people are important to us, and we take pride in our wellbeing programmes and policies that supportindividuals including, mental health first aiders and readily available support through our extensive employee assistance programme.

We work in partnership with customers, using skilled, technical experts. We think innovatively to provide tailored, agile and resilient solutions that secure advantage, so you’re ready for digital transformation. MASS is an equal opportunities employer; we know that our people are smart, skilled and motivated and in return we provide a friendly workplace where everyone is valued and has the chance to make an impact.

Apply todayto see how working for MASS could work for you!