Software Engineer – Real-Time Tactical Data Links

Leidos; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK is looking for a Software Engineer to work on the Tactical Data Links Portfolio. You will investigate software issues, develop requirements, and implement solutions while leading interdisciplinary collaboration. Ideal candidates should be proficient in Java, HTML, XML and possess strong communication and organizational skills. This role offers competitive pay and benefits, including a contributory pension scheme and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

33 days Annual Leave

Access to Flexible benefits (gym memberships etc.)

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience developing software using Java, HTML, XML, JavaScript, C, C++ and C#.
• Experience delivering real‑time software.
• Knowledge of configuration management within a software engineering environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with various stakeholders.
• Strong time-management and organisational skills; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Investigate potential problems in software applications.
• Develop software requirements.
• Implement software solutions and recommendations.
• Contribute to architecture and design baselines.
• Lead liaison with other disciplines and manage team leadership.
• Support the creation of software test artefacts.
• Adhere to all relevant software standards.

Skills

Java

HTML

XML

JavaScript

C

C++

C#

real-time software delivery

configuration management

verbal communication

written communication

time-management

organisational skills

Job description

A leading defense contractor in the UK is looking for a Software Engineer to work on the Tactical Data Links Portfolio. You will investigate software issues, develop requirements, and implement solutions while leading interdisciplinary collaboration. Ideal candidates should be proficient in Java, HTML, XML and possess strong communication and organizational skills. This role offers competitive pay and benefits, including a contributory pension scheme and private medical insurance.