Wind Tunnel C++ Software Developer

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* Job Description:

******** SECURITY CLEARANCE:
**** You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check)
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* TRAVEL REQUIRED:

**** Occasional travel within UK and international
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* LOCATION:

**** Filton (60% of your working week must be office based)
**** TYPE:
**** Full time
**** WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU****
* **** Financial Reward:
**** Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, shopping discounts and much more
* **** Work / Life Balance:
**** 35 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working, flexible working, option to buy/sell holiday
* **** Personal Development:
**** Personalised development plan,and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities
* **** Health & Wellbeing:
**** Bupa health insurance (including assisted fertility treatments and gender dysphoria & reassignment support), wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop, lunchtime yoga / meditation
* **** Family and Caregiving:
**** Life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving and purpose built maternity rooms on site
* **** Inclusive Environment:
**** Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)
Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight **()
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** We are seeking a motivated Software Developer to step into an environment where innovation is tangible. Your code will directly impact the aerodynamics of everything from the A350 to future zero-emission aircraft, drones, and helicopters.

This is a rare opportunity to move beyond standard maintenance and take ownership of a critical operational environment. You will lead the transition to our next-generation software architecture, building long-term, scalable solutions that keep us flying.
**** HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM
**** You will be responsible for the bespoke software that controls the Wind Tunnel and the sophisticated systems acquiring crucial aerodynamic test data.
* Use C++ to program, maintain, and optimize our current Wind Tunnel software, ensuring maximum uptime and resilience.
* Design and implement next-gen software for acquisition, control, and analysis using modern languages and frameworks (moving towards Node.js/Type Script and Python).
* Develop Machine Learning models for data analysis, implement validation protocols, and manage the network architecture required to transmit vast streams of real-time test data.
* Support digital video systems, data backup, and network integrity.
* Work with an international team to refine test requirements, bridging the gap between software potential and aerodynamic needs.
**** ABOUT YOU
***** Strong background in C++ programming.
* Legacy Code proficiency:
Proven ability to debug, modify, and stabilize substantial existing source code.
* NExperience developing applications that communicate via TCP/IP and UDP.
* Practical experience with RESTful APIs and SQL Databases.
* Version Control:
Skilled in using Git Hub for collaborative development.

Please submit your CV and a covering letter detailing your motivations and suitability for this specific position. We want to know why you want to work in a Wind Tunnel environment.
**** HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU
**** Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request. Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview.

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