World Class Defence Organisation based in Bristol is currently looking to recruit a Java Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract. The role will be onsite but a 4 day working week (Monday to Thursday) is OK.

Contract Duration: 12 Months initially and then ongoing
Hourly Rate: 65.00ph (Umbrella)

Java Software Engineer Job Description:

The team, at the Bristol facility, develop solutions for the next generation of Air Defence Systems; developing evolving products whilst maintaining our enviable reputation for safety, performance and dependability.

Responsibilities:

This is a very hands-on role and requires the continued design and development of new and evolving software tools and 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 Java


• 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


• Knowledge of DDS middleware and Real Time Operating Systems