Software Engineer

Posting date:	20 November 2025
Salary:	£60,000 to £70,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	20 December 2025
Location:	TF1
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Morson Talent
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	249036JNR-44957

Summary

Software Engineer – Up to £70,000 + Bonus
Location: Telford (Hybrid Working)
Morson are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Software Engineer.
Applicants must be able to obtain UK Security Clearance.

Overview

Morson are recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering organisation for a Software Engineer to support the design, development, and integration of software across a range of systems and sub-systems. This varied role involves working on new development projects, maintaining legacy applications, and defining requirements for externally developed equipment. Depending on your background, the position can be focused on embedded software, PC tool development, or a combination of both.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement software solutions that meet contractual requirements while supporting cost-effective system design.

  
  

• Contribute to system-level design, ensuring functionality is effectively allocated across hardware and software components.

  
  

• Support software and system validation activities, including developing test tools, producing test schedules, integration plans, and technical reports.

  
  

• Assist with planning, estimating, and managing technical tasks.

  
  

• Maintain awareness of relevant technological and engineering developments, applying this knowledge appropriately to ongoing projects.

  
  

• Manage your own workload to meet project timelines and milestones.

  
  

• Conduct self-verification of work to ensure quality and completeness.

  
  

• Participate in peer reviews to ensure high-quality outputs across the team.

  
  Essential Qualifications & Experience

  • Degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or a related discipline.

    
    

  • Strong experience in object-oriented C++ (C++17 or later), including design patterns.

    
    

  • Understanding of UML/SysML.

    
    

  • Knowledge of the full software development lifecycle.

    
    

  • Experience developing new software and supporting legacy systems.

    
    

  • Software verification and testing experience.

    
    

  • Strong communication skills.

    
    Desirable Skills

    • Experience with Agile development methodologies.

      
      

    • Knowledge of additional languages such as C, C#, Java, or scripting languages.

      
      

    • Experience with hardware integration and target-based testing.

      
      

    • Familiarity with Data Distribution Service (DDS) or other Ethernet-based communication.

      
      

    • Cross-platform development (Windows/Linux).

      
      

    • Experience with Visual Studio 2022.

      
      

    • Knowledge of CMake or similar build tools.

      
      

    • Windows/Linux system configuration.

      
      

    • Understanding of CANbus, MilCAN, or J1939 protocols.

      
      

    • Experience with Git version control.

      
      

    • Experience using YouTrack/Jira.

      
      

    • MariaDB/MySQL experience.

      
      

    • Familiarity with Boost, XML, JSON, and cryptography.

      
      

    • Qt6 GUI development.

      
      

    • Unit testing frameworks such as GoogleTest.

      
      

    • Experience working in regulated industries, especially Defence.