C# Software Engineer

We are seeking a proactive C# Software Engineer to join our Weapon Systems Simulation and Experimentation team. In this role, you will develop high-performance, real-time software solutions that simulate complex engineering systems, playing a vital part in the entire product lifecycle—from early concept development to in-service training.

You will work within an agile environment where software, hardware, and innovation converge to deliver safer and more effective defense capabilities.

• Working Pattern: Dynamic (hybrid) working; minimum 2 days per week on-site.
• Security Clearance: Candidates must be a British Citizen or a Dual with British citizenship. Successful candidates must undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks and be eligible for SC Level Clearance
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• Software Development: Design and implement robust applications and services using C# and .NET Core
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• Simulation & Integration: Develop real-time simulation software and integrate it with complex hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) environments.
• Systems Architecture: Contribute to the design of scalable, event-driven architectures using technologies like Apache Kafka or gRPC
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• Agile
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Participate in Scrum ceremonies, performing unit testing and TDD to ensure high-integrity code delivery.
• Modernization: Assist in evolving legacy tools into modern, containerized solutions (Docker/Kubernetes).

Strong proficiency in C# and the .NET ecosystem.

Experience with
WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) or Win Forms for desktop applications.

Familiarity with SQL Server
, RabbitMQ
, or Kafka for distributed systems.

Experience with
Agile/Scrum
, Unit Testing (NUnit/xUnit), and CI/CD pipelines.

Knowledge of version control (Git/Azure Dev Ops) and containerization (Docker).

• Problem Solvers: Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues in a multi-disciplinary lab environment.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with systems engineers and international project teams.
• Sector Interest: A genuine interest in aerospace, defense, or high-fidelity simulation technology.

• Company Bonus: Annual performance-related bonus (up to £2,500).
• Pension: Market-leading pension scheme with total contributions up to 14%.
• Work-Life Balance:
  Flexi Leave scheme (up to 15 additional days off) and paid overtime opportunities.
• Enhanced Leave: 26 weeks of enhanced parental leave (maternity/adoption) and support for fertility treatments.
• Facilities: Subsidized on-site meals, free parking, and a comprehensive Healthcare Cash Plan.