Senior Software Engineer

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About the Role We are seeking a talented Senior Software Engineer to join our dynamic team, where your work will directly impact cutting-edge defence technology while advancing your career. This is an exciting opportunity to engage with innovative software solutions and contribute to the testing and validation of critical defence systems. You will collaborate closely across Electronic Engineering, Software Engineering, and our Test Centre of Excellence to deliver robust test capabilities. Your work will support the full lifecycle of advanced defence products, from development and production through to field testing. As part of our team, you will contribute to software that integrates with complex test equipment hardware, ensuring the conformance, quality, and performance of our products in high-stakes environments.
Key Responsibilities
Develop reliable, high-performance software using C, C++, or ADA for test solutions. Design, analyse, review, and document software to meet stringent quality standards. Solve complex technical challenges, often in multi-disciplinary contexts. Collaborate with Systems Engineering, Electronics, and Test & Validation teams to ensure seamless integration of solutions. Contribute to projects where software is mission-critical and time-sensitive. What We're Looking For
Experience in software engineering or electronics with transferable skills to software development. Strong analytical, design, and problem-solving abilities. Flexible, proactive, and solution-oriented approach. Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with multiple stakeholders. Passion for developing novel, mission-critical software solutions. What We Offer
Company Bonus: Up to £2,500 (performance-dependent). Pension: Maximum total contributions up to 14% (employer + employee). Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime. Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days. Enhanced Parental Leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, with enhancements for paternity, neonatal leave, and fertility treatments. Facilities: Excellent site facilities including subsidised meals and free parking. Why Join Us You will become part of a multi-disciplined, agile, and forward-thinking team, contributing to technology that supports national defence. We pride ourselves on a culture of inclusion, supporting networks for gender equality, diversity, neurodiversity, disability, and more. We welcome applicants who may require advice, support, or adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Important Notice Please note that we can only proceed with applications from candidates who currently hold UK nationality due to the security clearance levels required. For more information, please contact Kieran Slaughter on (phone number removed) or via email at (url removed)
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Location:
Hertfordshire
Salary:
£75,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
IT

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