Summary: The C++/Linux Software Product Support Engineer role at a leading Defence Organisation in Bristol involves providing technical support for missile system Middleware solutions. The position requires a strong background in software engineering, particularly with C/C++ and Linux, and entails debugging and resolving complex software issues. The role is primarily on-site and offers a 4-day work week. This is an initial 6-month contract with potential for long-term engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support in-service missile-system Middleware solutions and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Conduct debugging and engineering investigations on complex software.
• Configure and maintain Linux Operating Systems, ensuring security and support solutions.
• Collaborate with a team to resolve technical issues and communicate solutions to non-technical stakeholders.
• Engage in projects across land and maritime applications within advanced missile systems.

Key Skills:

• Proficiency in C or C++ (essential), Ada, and/or JavaScript, Shell Scripting languages.
• Experience in configuring and maintaining Linux OSs (Redhat and/or Ubuntu), including Kernel configuration.
• Strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking in software engineering.
• Excellent communication skills for conveying technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Salary (Rate): 68.00

City: Bristol

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: IT