Senior Software Engineer
Surrey • On‑Site Working • £60,000‑£70,000
We are currently partnering with a specialist engineering organisation operating within the Defence sector seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their established engineering team. The company delivers complex, high‑integrity systems within an R&D‑led environment, offering the opportunity to work across the full development lifecycle on technically challenging projects.
This is a key role within the software function, combining hands‑on development with technical leadership. You will take ownership of software design and delivery, support project execution, and mentor engineers within a collaborative team environment. The role is based in Surrey and requires on‑site working.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead architectural and detailed software design activities
- Develop and test software solutions in C++ to industry standards
- Translate system requirements into robust software designs
- Work closely with electronics, firmware, and systems engineering teams
- Ensure software compliance with project and organisational standardsSupport estimation, planning, and delivery against project timelines
- Present technical solutions to internal stakeholders and customers
- Mentor and supervise software engineers within the team
- Support system integration, verification, and acceptance activities
Experience Required
- Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Science, or related field
- Strong experience in software architecture and design
- Proficiency in C++ development within Linux and/or Windows environments
- Experience with version control and structured development processes
- Proven experience in software verification and validation
- Background in embedded or real‑time systems
- Experience leading or mentoring software engineers
- Strong communication and technical documentation skills
Desirable
- Experience with UML and tools such as Enterprise Architect
- Knowledge of signal processing or similar technical domains
- Familiarity with containerisation tools such as Docker
- Experience working within Defence or other regulated industries
- Understanding of system integration and acceptance processes
Additional Requirements
- Ability to obtain SC or DV UK security clearance
- Sole UK nationality
- Full UK driving licence
- Willingness to travel between sites as required
Senior Software Engineer
Surrey • On‑Site Working • £60,000‑£70,000
We are currently partnering with a specialist engineering organisation operating within the Defence sector seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their established engineering team. The company delivers complex, high‑integrity systems within an R&D‑led environment, offering the opportunity to work across the full development lifecycle on technically challenging projects.
This is a key role within the software function, combining hands‑on development with technical leadership. You will take ownership of software design and delivery, support project execution, and mentor engineers within a collaborative team environment. The role is based in Surrey and requires on‑site working.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead architectural and detailed software design activities
- Develop and test software solutions in C++ to industry standards
- Translate system requirements into robust software designs
- Work closely with electronics, firmware, and systems engineering teams
- Ensure software compliance with project and organisational standardsSupport estimation, planning, and delivery against project timelines
- Present technical solutions to internal stakeholders and customers
- Mentor and supervise software engineers within the team
- Support system integration, verification, and acceptance activities
Experience Required
- Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Science, or related field
- Strong experience in software architecture and design
- Proficiency in C++ development within Linux and/or Windows environments
- Experience with version control and structured development processes
- Proven experience in software verification and validation
- Background in embedded or real‑time systems
- Experience leading or mentoring software engineers
- Strong communication and technical documentation skills
Desirable
- Experience with UML and tools such as Enterprise Architect
- Knowledge of signal processing or similar technical domains
- Familiarity with containerisation tools such as Docker
- Experience working within Defence or other regulated industries
- Understanding of system integration and acceptance processes
Additional Requirements
- Ability to obtain SC or DV UK security clearance
- Sole UK nationality
- Full UK driving licence
- Willingness to travel between sites as required
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