Software Product Support Engineer ( C++ / Linux )

Certain Advantage; Filton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense organization based in Bristol is seeking a C++ / Linux Software Product Support Engineer for a 6-month contract. The successful candidate will troubleshoot missile-system middleware, maintain Linux OS, and collaborate with internal teams and customers. This is an onsite role, emphasizing strong C++ skills and Linux expertise, set within an innovative software engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with C or C++ and Linux OS configuration is essential.
• Ability to communicate technical matters to non-technical stakeholders.
• Comfortable working in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and fix issues in missile-system middleware solutions.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve complex software problems.
• Configure and maintain Linux OSs, including kernel testing.

Skills

C++

Linux OS maintenance

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bristol is currently looking to recruit a C++ / Linux Software Product Support Engineer subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract. The role can be worked on a 4 day week basis (Monday to Thursday) but due to the nature of the role, the position will need to be based onsite.

This role would suit a candidate who comes from a strong C++ Software Engineer background.

Details

• Job Title: C++ / Linux Software Product Support Engineer
• Rate: £68.00 per hour
• Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at time and a quarter
• Location: Bristol
• Hybrid / Remote working: The role can be worked on a 4 day week basis (Monday to Thursday) but due to the nature of the role, the position will need to be based onsite.
• Contract: 37 Hours per week
• Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)
• IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)

Job Description

We are a driven team with a passion for software and its successful deployment in battlespace Command and Control (C2) weapon systems. We work on technology that is at the forefront of European missile system design, delivering safe, secure, and reliable products to our customers.

We are looking for a capable software engineer who can support our in-service missile-system middleware solutions and work as part of a small team to investigate and fix issues as they arise. Debugging and engineering investigation is a big part of the job, as the software is complex and we require someone with an inquisitive nature to be able to investigate issues and discuss solutions with our customers. Our products require Linux Operating System (OS) configuration, support and security solution maintenance, so experience of Linux is necessary for this position. Working across multiple applications on both land and maritime projects in the systems software department, this role allows for involvement in many of the most advanced missile systems in the world, across multiple warfare domains.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and fix issues in in-service missile-system middleware solutions.
• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to reproduce, diagnose, and resolve complex software problems.
• Configure and maintain Linux OSs (Redhat and/or Ubuntu), including Kernel configuration and kernel testing.
• Support software deployment and ensure security maintenance.
• Engage in debugging and engineering investigations as part of a small team.

Qualifications

• Experience with C or C++ (at least one of these essential), Ada, and/or JavaScript, shell scripting languages, with a solid background in software engineering.
• Experience configuring and maintaining Linux OSs (Redhat and/or Ubuntu) including kernel configuration and kernel testing.
• A passion for software engineering, with the ability to innovate and think critically to understand and solve complex software problems.
• This is a technical support role, so clear communication of technical matters to non-technical stakeholders is an essential skill.
• Comfortable working with a team in a collaborative environment, communicating and contributing to resolve emerging issues.