Software Engineer C# and C++
| Posting date: | 29 July 2024 |
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| Salary: | £65 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | In IR35 (PAYE & Umbrella available) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 August 2024 |
| Location: | Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 2DA |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Guidant Group |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1331-1_1722271995 |
Summary
Our esteemed client, a trusted partner of the UK Ministry of Defence, are seeking a proficient Software Engineer with expertise in C# and C++. The role entails integrating real products, models, and synthetic environments to offer visualisations, demonstrations, verification and validation, training capability and support.
As a Software Engineer, you will be a part of a crucial team that plays a pivotal role in developing weapon systems and system architectures. The WSSE team has developed a unique capability that supports developments across the full product life cycle.
What we're looking for:
- Proficient/Expert in C# / C++
- Microsoft Visual Studio, Eclipse,
- Capacity to function from high level/system view into technical detail.
- Outstanding verbal, presentation, and written communication skills
- Knowledge of using Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems
Non-essential
- Distributed simulation standards / Protocols (DIS, HLA, DDS) and web services development (JavaScript, Node JS or similar) Military Communications,
- Datalinks and Interfaces such as 1553/1760 and Ethernet TCP/IP
- Practical knowledge of System integration principles and processes
What you'll get to do as a Software Engineer C++:
This job involves supporting the development of advanced defence systems from the initial concept to in-service support and training. You'll use various simulation technologies like digital twins and emulators to create end-to-end representations of weapon systems in synthetic environments. You'll collaborate with project leads and simulation architects to develop simulation components using C#, C++, and integration simulations, adhering to industry standards. You'll be part of an agile development team of engineers from different disciplines, working together to create simulations and representations of actual equipment.
Our approach to software development includes
- Configuration control
- Continuous Integration
- Continuous Delivery or Deployment.
- Unit testing and test-driven development.
More about the role:
MBDA's relationship with the UK military spans back over 70 years. They have delivered countless landmarks in defence engineering, supplying vital defence capability to meet the needs of the armed forces over land, sea, and air.
This role is based at MBDA's headquarters in Stevenage which plays a key part in missiles operations. The site also offers excellent transportation links and boasts an onsite gym and coffee shop. Training and development are offered to all employees.
Guidant Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.