Software Engineer C/C

Cirrus Selection Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense organization in the UK is seeking a Software Engineer C/C++ to develop real-time software tools for missile simulations. The candidate will work in a hybrid setting, supporting innovative equipment development and ensuring integration of systems. Ideal applicants will have strong skills in C/C++, software design, and familiarity with Linux. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work within a passionate team of experts.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in C/C++ and Linux operating systems.
• Experience in software design for real-time applications.
• Ability to debug interfaces and integrate systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain real-time software tools for missile simulations.
• Support deployment of tools in designing simulations and running experiments.
• Adapt to new engineering situations and simplify details for understanding.

Skills

Software design

Software design for real-time applications

Familiarity with Linux operating system

Familiarity with C/C++

Use of microcontrollers

Interface debugging and system integration

Familiarity with Object-Oriented approaches

Job description

Overview

Software Engineer C/C++

The Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) team conducts the most complete test of missiles other than a firing. The client designs complex, real-time simulations that surround real missile hardware to allow engineers to fire missiles indoors .

Salary: Circa £55,000, depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4 - 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification

The opportunity:

The client is looking for ambitious engineers with a growth mind-set to join their team. If you re the right person, you ll find a supportive environment, surrounded by passionate experts while being part of a collaborative and driven team.

As a HWIL Software Engineer, you ll be responsible for developing and maintaining the underlying real-time software tools that enable simulations of real missile hardware and control of innovative equipment. You ll also support the deployment of these tools in designing simulations and running experiments.

You should be able to adapt to new engineering situations and be comfortable abstracting detail in order to understand both the simulations and missile behaviour.

What they re looking for

• Software design
• Software design for real-time applications
• Familiarity with Linux operating system
• Familiarity with C/C++
• Use of microcontrollers (e.g. Raspberry Pi)
• Interface debugging and system integration
• Familiarity with Object-Oriented approaches (beneficial)

The client:

They re a leading defence organisation, proud of the role they play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. They partner with governments to work together towards a common goal: defending our freedom.

Cirrus Selection offers the services of an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and the services of an Employment Business for contract recruitment.