Embedded Software Engineer - 3490-1
Type: Contract
Reference: 225249743
Job Description:
Our client, a leading player in the Defence & Security and Aerospace sectors, is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join their Embedded Software team on an initial 6-month contract. Based onsite in Stevenage, this role provides a unique opportunity to develop both technical and leadership skills across a variety of cutting-edge missile and defence solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Developing embedded, real-time software components
- Continuing the development and integration of missile subsystem software products
- Targeting software development in C, C++, and/or Ada languages
- Integrating software with other software components, firmware, and hardware
- Solving technical problems that sometimes extend beyond the typical software boundaries
- Ensuring the software complies with relevant standards and practices
Job Requirements:
- Experience in the development of embedded software using C, C++ (Ada experience beneficial)
- Understanding of Real-Time Operating Systems
- Excellent analytical and design skills, with the ability to perform review and critical analysis
- Effective communication abilities with multiple stakeholders
- Familiarity with developing and deploying software on real-time Operating Systems, Risc-V, and ARM-based platforms
- Knowledge of modern software development practices
- Desirable knowledge of standards such as DefStan 00-55 & DO178B/C and restricted coding standards like MISRA / SPARK
- A proactive and flexible approach to problem-solving
Overview of Department:
Our client's Embedded Software team is at the forefront of developing hard real-time software solutions for the next generation of missile and defence technologies. This growing department provides a collaborative environment where you can be a part of some truly innovative projects. Work within this team is both challenging and rewarding, offering the opportunity to be involved in projects that are literally rocket science.
If you are an experienced Embedded Software Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity in the Defence & Security and Aerospace sectors, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of our client's innovative and dynamic team in Stevenage.