Software Engineers (Embedded Ada)

Company: Leonardo
Apply for the Software Engineers (Embedded Ada)
Location: Luton
Job Description:

Job Description

hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role.

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The Opportunity

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At Leonardo, we are passionate about developing and growing talent. Whether you're an experienced professional or looking to advance your career, we provide training, mentorship, and hands-on opportunities to help you excel in real-time embedded software development. In this role, you will:

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  • Deliver and integrate high-quality real-time embedded software, ensuring reliable and efficient performance in critical applications.
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  • Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and systems engineering teams, working closely across disciplines to develop robust solutions.
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  • Expand your expertise in a supportive environment, with access to learning opportunities that encourage growth in real-time systems and best practices.
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  • Lead development approaches focused on design principles, modularity, reuse, and industry best practices, helping shape both technical direction and your own professional journey.
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What we are looking for:

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We value behaviours, experience, and a passion for learning over a rigid skill set. If you're eager to develop and progress, we’d love to hear from you! Here are some qualities we value:

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  • Leadership and motivation, with the ability to inspire and guide others.
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  • A willingness to learn and adapt, embracing new technologies and methodologies in real-time embedded systems.
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  • Hands-on integration and requirements engineering, ensuring high-quality software solutions.
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  • Experience with Object Orientation, Linux/VXWorks (Desirable)—but if you're not familiar, don’t worry! We prioritise flexibility and the ability to grow.
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  • Commitment to high-integrity standards, including knowledge of RTCA-DO178C or equivalent.
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  • If you’re looking for an environment where you can develop, progress, and refine your embedded software expertise, apply today!
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See what we do at https://electronics.leonardo.com/en/electronic-warfare

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What you will get:

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  • Flexible working: We offer our employees the time and flexibility they need to enjoy a balanced life through flexible hours and part time options
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  • Flexible benefits: Our company-funded approach to flexible benefits allows employees to make choices appropriate for them. Each employee has access to a wide choice of lifestyle, health and wellbeing options best suited to their individual lifestyle goals.
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  • Annual leave: We offer 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and 12 flexi days
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  • Network groups: To demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion we have network groups for
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  • Carers (employees who care for someone who is either older, disabled or seriously ill)
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  • Enable (supporting people with disabilities)
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  • Equalise (development of a gender balanced workforce)
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  • Pride (promoting equality for all LGBTQ+ individuals)
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  • We also work in partnership with AFBE (Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers).
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Security Clearance:

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You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance, please visit –  https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetti…

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Primary Location:

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GB – Luton – Cap. Green 300

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Contract Type:

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Hybrid Working:

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Onsite

Posted: July 12th, 2026