Intermediate or Senior Software Developer

Intermediate or Senior Software Developer

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Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting‑edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi‑mission solutions that protect and empower naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilized on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our "five‑eyes" Defence customers with an unbeatable war fighting edge. From surface vessels to sub‑surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partner with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game‑changing technologies, including state‑of‑the‑art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

Ultra Maritime has an exciting opportunity for an Intermediate or Senior Software Developer to contribute to our rapidly expanding business. The candidate will be responsible for designing, coding, testing, integrating, building, and configuring software applications and interfacing with advanced sonar processing sub‑systems deployed in multiple operating systems and within multiple shipboard environments. The role suits a software developer with a keen interest in C++/Java, signal processing, and a proven ability to develop software components as part of a wider complex product.

The expectation is for a contract term of 1 year, with the possibility of renewing or extending the contract.

NOTE: This position is not remote – candidates must be available to come into the office on‑demand when requested to support testing activities.

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

The Intermediate or Senior Software Developer is responsible for designing, coding, testing, and integrating software components within custom‑engineered systems.

• Software component level and detailed design utilizing Unified Modelling Language (UML)
• Software implementation and unit testing
• Software integration, verification, and defect resolution
• Contributing to software design, test, maintenance, and release documentation
• Contributing to a team effort within an Agile development environment
• Support the Software and System testing groups as required to conduct software and system integration testing

• Degree level (or equivalent) in a related engineering discipline such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering
• 4 – 7 years of C++ and/or Java experience
• Self‑motivated, adaptable to change, proactive, diligent, and inter‑personal skills
• Knowledge of Software Engineering best practices, methodologies, processes, and tools, specifically the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• Experience with Linux operating systems and comfortable working on the command line

• 7+ years of C++ and/or Java experience
• As above for an Intermediate developer
• Experience providing mentorship and limited technical oversight of more junior team members

• Experience working on customized software solutions for government organizations (any level)
• Good understanding of software configuration and build management
• A good working understanding of Microsoft office applications:
  Word and Excel
• Experience using software development and continuous integration tools (CI/CD) such as, but not limited to:
  Jira, Azure Dev Ops, Jenkins, static code analysis tools

• Sonar domain knowledge or similar signal processing intensive…