C / C++ Software Engineer

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit 2x Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract, with very likely extension. The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday).

Rate: £65.00 per hour
Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’
Location: Stevenage
Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday).
Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.
IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)
Interview process: One stage video interview

Job Description:

Our ever-evolving team powers the business across Europe and brings the next generation of defence solutions to life. Together we experiment, innovate and create across the full product lifecycle. And, in a collaborative and close-knit culture, we support each other to search for better.
You will be responsible for designing and developing Test equipment software to test the world leading and Complex missile systems and sub-components.

Responsibilities:

Designing and developing Test Equipment software to test world leading complex missile systems and sub-components;
Working with a wide range of teams and stakeholders to deliver test software capability of products from early concept to production;
Exploring and experimenting with new implementations and technologies to meet the ever-challenging customer requirements
Challenging and implementing real change when opportunities arise in the way the software is developed both within test software and the wider software community
Embracing Agility and delivering value to the company giving you are real sense of achievement
Working in a Software Engineering office / lab environment engaging with test equipment and electronic circuitry.
Skillset/experience required:

Previous software engineering experience in the development of test solutions
Strong ability to write software in C / C++; scripting languages would be an advantage to our future direction.
Previous experience working in an agile development team.
A strong understanding of what is required to create high quality software and the ability to support quality practices
A good understanding of automation, continuous integration and DevOps principles and practices
Knowledge of electronics measurement and debug techniques using equipment such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analysers