C++ Software Engineer

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 Def Stan 00-55, DO-178C or IEC
61508 and restricted coding standards such as MISRA C