At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge middleware solutions for advanced missile systems.
- Company: Innovative defence technology company focused on software deployment in critical systems.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, hands-on experience, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with diverse projects across land and maritime domains.
- Why this job: Be part of groundbreaking projects that shape the future of defence technology.
- Qualifications: Experience in software engineering, preferably with Ada or C/C++.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Software Engineer ADA Bristol (onsite) Initial 6-month contract £68ph, UMB, inside IR35 SC must be in place prior to starting the contract.
Overview of department: We're 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.
Responsibilities: We are looking for a capable, adaptable and inquisitive Ada software engineer to join a small talented team to develop middleware solutions for the next generation of advanced missile systems. Developing solutions targeting a large range of problems from hardware drivers to web services. This role provides a great opportunity for someone wanting to be involved in many differing areas of software. 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.
Skillset/experience required:
- A solid background in software engineering, ideally with development experience in a regulated software safety context e.g. Defence, Aerospace, Rail, Nuclear or Medical applications.
- Experience with Ada (preferred) or good experience with C or C++.
- Whilst this position is for Ada development, we welcome applicants with experience in other software languages such as C, C++ or Rust, as we have found that Ada can be mastered by capable and willing software engineers.
- A passion for software engineering, with the ability to innovate and think critically to solve complex software problems with a willingness to develop software skillsets.
- Knowledge of software design differences between Real-Time OSs and Hypervisors would be beneficial, as well as experience using Linux operating systems.
- Comfortable working with a team in a collaborative environment, communicating and contributing to design and implementation decisions, and supporting with integration.
Locations
ADA Software Engineer in Bath, Somerset employer: Defence
Join a dynamic team in Bristol that is at the cutting edge of software engineering for advanced missile systems. We foster a collaborative work culture that encourages innovation and critical thinking, offering you the chance to develop your skills across various applications in both land and maritime projects. With a focus on employee growth and a commitment to delivering safe and reliable technology, this role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful defence solutions while working alongside talented professionals.
