Software Engineer

Software Engineer – Nottinghamshire – Up to £65/h

Position Overview

We are seeking a Software Engineer to join a dedicated engineering team focused on developing safety-critical systems for the railway sector. This role involves designing, coding, implementing, and testing software that is essential to our Safety and Surveillance offerings. The ideal candidate will have a strong scientific background to support solutions that require comprehensive analysis of Real Time data.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop safety-critical software that meets certification standards for our products and associated tools.
• Utilize high-integrity coding practices in restricted environments, including languages such as MISRA C and similar.
• Participate in the design and development of scientific algorithms for processing Real Time data.
• Engage in software and system architecture design efforts.
• Follow established processes, controls, and procedures throughout the development life cycle.
• Create and promote reusable code within the team.
• Contribute to the creation of technical documentation, including design specifications, release notes, and user manuals.
• Maintain and update existing software systems.
• Perform root cause analysis to identify and resolve software issues.
• Adhere to policies regarding client confidentiality and data protection under GDPR.
• Provide realistic timelines for project deliverables.
• Occasionally manage urgent tasks outside standard working hours.
• Collaborate with colleagues from various disciplines in the broader product development context.
• Undertake additional tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in software engineering or a related field. Advanced degrees and professional certifications are a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in delivering high-integrity software projects.
• Strong knowledge of software quality assurance practices, including automated testing, static analysis, and formal methods.
• Proficient in using software for Real Time scientific analysis.
• Proven experience in project delivery within a recognized Product Development Process.
• Familiarity with project planning and tracking tools.
• Experience in both waterfall and agile development methodologies.

Skills and Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and provide guidance to peers.
• Understanding of the larger context of software within integrated systems.
• Confidence to engage in design discussions and reviews.
• Strong analytical and innovative problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in C and C++ programming.
• Knowledgeable about technologies such as MISRA C, POSIX-compliant operating systems (Linux, QNX), Yocto, Netbeans, and Eclipse.
• Familiar with the Microsoft Azure product suite and tools.
• Solid understanding of networking and cloud computing principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.