C++ Software Engineer
Posted 1 day ago by Meritus
£65 Per hour
Inside
Undetermined
Bristol, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The C++ Software Engineer role at Europe's largest weapons systems manufacturer involves hands-on design and development of Command and Control architectures in Bristol. Candidates must hold active SC Clearance and be sole British nationals. The position is contract-based, lasting between 6 to 12 months, and requires a proactive approach to software engineering. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £65 via Umbrella.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop Command and Control architectures for future products.
- Engage with requirement authorities throughout the software development process.
- Maintain momentum during development while collaborating effectively within a team.
- Document processes and integrate automated target systems.
- Explore new tools and techniques to improve efficiency and sustainability.
Key Skills:
- Strong background in software engineering and its system-wide impact.
- Proficiency in C++ and experience with other languages such as Ada and QT.
- Knowledge of DDS middleware and Real-Time Operating Systems.
- Familiarity with standards like DefStan 00-55, DO-178C, IEC61508, and MISRA C++ coding standards.
- Collaborative and open approach to development.
Salary (Rate): £65.00/hr
City: Bristol
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
MERITUS Talent are working with Europe's largest weapons systems manufacturer and integrator for the recruitment of a C++ Software Engineer to join their Bristol office on a contract basis. The role requires an active SC Clearance, and candidates must be a sole British national
C++ Software Engineer - Bristol - Contract - 6 to 12 Months - £65 per hour via Umbrella - SC Clearance Required - Sole British Citizenship
Responsibilities:
- This is a very hands-on role and requires the continued design and development of Command and Control architectures, and the instantiations for future products.
- Perfect for a Software Engineer who is proactive and takes the initiative.
Skillset/experience required:
- A strong background in software engineering, its realisation and system wide impact.
- Experience of working in C++
- Collaborative, open approach to development and have the ability to work well in a team and maintain momentum during development.
- Experience of working across the entire software development process from engaging with requirement authorities to automated target integration and proving, supported with effective documentation
- Experience of new tools, techniques and approaches that might enable us to evolve our processes to improve our efficiency and sustainability
- Experience in other languages such as Ada, QT
- Knowledge of DDS middleware and Real Time Operating Systems
- Knowledge of standards such as DefStan 00-55, DO-178C or IEC61508 and restricted coding standards such as MISRA C++