My client, a specialist engineering organisation operating within the maritime and defence sector, is looking for a Software Engineer to join its growing development team. This role offers the opportunity to work on advanced navigation and mission systems, developing high-quality software solutions used in complex and mission-critical environments.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, develop, and maintain software applications and systems in C++
* Contribute to requirements gathering, technical design, and project planning
* Develop back-end services, databases, communication infrastructure, and client-server applications
* Support front-end UI design and development
* Create and execute software testing, validation, and simulation activities
* Collaborate within an Agile/Scrum development environment
* Contribute to continuous improvement, technology evaluation, and engineering best practices
Requirements
* Degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline
* Strong commercial experience with C++ and object-oriented programming
* Knowledge of software design principles, algorithms, and data structures
* Experience with database technologies and network programming
* Understanding of Agile development methodologies and source control systems
* Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills
* Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
* Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC)
What’s on Offer
* £50k–£70k salary
* Hybrid working in Portsmouth
* Company pension, life assurance, and private medical insurance
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Flexible working, including a 9-day fortnight option
* Electric vehicle, cycle-to-work, and technology salary sacrifice schemes
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Opportunity to work on cutting-edge maritime and defence technology projects