Senior​/Principal Software Engineer; C++

Senior / Principal Software Engineer (C++)

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Quest Global is hiring experienced C++ Senior/Principal Software Engineers on a permanent basis to be based in Luton. This position focuses on embedded software development for electronic warfare systems, requiring robust design and coding, documentation, configuration management, and progress reporting.

• Work within an integrated project team to create high‑quality designs and code.

• Fully document and record all work products.

• Maintain configuration management and provide plans and progress reports.

• Experience in C++14 or higher.
• Tools:
  Visual Studio 2019, VxWorks, IBM DOORS, Azure Dev Ops, Git.

• Strong programming expertise in C++14 with extensive experience using Visual Studio.
• Proven ability to design, implement, and maintain embedded software on RTOS platforms such as VxWorks.
• Strong grasp of Object‑Oriented Design principles.
• Strong unit testing skills using tools such as MS Test Framework.
• Experience in interpreting and managing requirements through IBM DOORS, maintaining traceability.
• Proven ability to work closely with other teams (e.g., systems), translating requirements into technical deliverables.
• Demonstrates ownership, attention to detail, and effective communication with both client and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong peer reviewing skills (source code and documentation).

• Experience delivering software within Agile and Dev Ops frameworks.
• Practical exposure to Continuous Integration (CI) environments and automated build and test pipelines.
• Working knowledge of Azure Dev Ops for pipeline creation, build orchestration, and release management.
• Familiarity with DO-178C standards for safety‑critical software development in aerospace and defence domains.
• Confidence in presenting technical material to a wide range of stakeholders.

• Honours degree or equivalent in Electronics Engineering or another STEM‑based subject.
• UK citizenship (Sole UK Nationals only) mandated for background checks and SC clearance.
• Current valid SC clearance is an advantage.

You must be eligible for full security clearance with Sole British Nationality. .

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology – Software Development