Software Integration and Verification Engineer

ALTEN LTD - UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical & Travel Insurance

Pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Flexible working options

Job summary

A leading technology company in Manchester is seeking a Software Integration and Verification Engineer to work on embedded defence systems. You will carry out integration and verification activities, automating processes with Bash scripting, and diagnosing network issues. Ideal candidates have over 5 years experience, a relevant degree, and can achieve UK Security Clearance (SC). Along with a competitive salary, we offer various benefits including private medical insurance and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' relevant experience in embedded systems.
• Knowledge and practice in software integration and verification.
• Eligibility for UK Security Clearance (SC).

Responsibilities

• Carry out software integration and verification activities.
• Automate and streamline test processes using Bash scripting.
• Perform TCP/IP network debugging and resolve system-level issues.
• Work with containerised environments for software deployment.
• Collaborate with developers, testers, and systems engineers.

Skills

Bash scripting

Linux environments

Software engineering principles

Integration and validation in embedded systems

Containerisation (e.g., Docker, Podman)

TCP/IP network debugging

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Job description

Software Integration and Verification Engineer

Join us as a Software Integration and Verification Engineer, where you’ll be working hands‑on in an embedded defence systems environment. This role is perfect for engineers who thrive on solving real‑world challenges, from building and debugging complex Linux‑based systems to ensuring seamless integration of cutting‑edge software. You’ll get to work at the sharp end of autonomous and underwater systems, driving forward solutions that matter in critical defence applications.

Key Details

• Location: On‑site in Manchester (5 days per week)
• Security Clearance: Must be SC clearable (no caveats)
• Experience Level: 5+ years’ relevant experience

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out software integration and verification activities across embedded systems in a defence context
• Use Bash scripting and strong Linux knowledge to automate and streamline test processes
• Perform TCP/IP network debugging to diagnose and resolve system‑level issues
• Work with containerised environments to deploy and manage complex software systems
• Collaborate closely with developers, testers, and systems engineers to ensure robust delivery of integrated solutions

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Strong hands‑on experience with Bash scripting and Linux environments
• Knowledge of software engineering principles and practices
• Practical experience of integration and validation within an embedded systems context
• Understanding of containerisation (e.g. Docker, Podman)
• Strong debugging skills in network protocols (TCP/IP)

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related discipline, or a relevant technical military background with proven software testing experience.
• Must be eligible for or already hold UK Security Clearance (SC)

Desirable Skills

• Awareness of automated testing principles and tools
• Broader experience with embedded software development and testing (beyond web or mobile applications)
• Familiarity with working in safety‑critical environments
• Strong collaborative and problem‑solving skills

Additional Information

Why join us? We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently. We are committed to sustainable growth and continuous improvement, offering exciting opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies. We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your aspirations.

In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with premium customers
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• A competitive salary
• Private Medical & Travel Insurance
• Pension scheme
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme among many additional benefits
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team building
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

Security Clearance Note: This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.