Software Engineer

C Programmer / Telecom Protocol Engineer – 3GPP Contract: 6 months, with potential for extension Location: Farnborough, UK – Client Site Work Arrangement: Hybrid but on-site as required Eligibility: Candidates must already be based in the UK and be able to work from the Farnborough client site. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced C Programmer / Telecom Protocol Engineer to support a client project based in Farnborough. The successful candidate will combine strong software development expertise in C with practical knowledge of telecommunications networks, signalling and 3GPP standards . This role will involve developing and enhancing telecom software, investigating complex protocol and software issues, and supporting integration and testing activities within a telecommunications environment. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, maintain and enhance telecommunications software using C . Analyse, troubleshoot and resolve complex software and protocol-related issues. Work with telecom signalling protocols, network interfaces and communication technologies. Review 3GPP specifications and translate technical requirements into software implementations. Contribute across the full development lifecycle, including design, coding, debugging, unit testing and integration testing. Investigate software defects, conduct root-cause analysis and implement appropriate fixes. Support software integration, system testing and deployment within telecom/network environments. Collaborate closely with client engineering teams and other technical stakeholders on-site. Produce and maintain relevant technical and engineering documentation. Participate in technical discussions and contribute to continuous improvement of software and development processes. Essential Skills