Software Engineer
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Job description
Are you a forward thinking and talented Software Engineer who is passionate about creating high quality software and looking to take your career to the next level?
Job Title: Software Engineer
Salary: £40,000-£65,000 depending on experience
Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)
Dynamic (hybrid) working: Typically, for this type of role, you should plan to work 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification. However, dependant on the work, there are likely to be agreed opportunities to work remotely.
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship
Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
The opportunity:
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team at MBDA UK that is starting an exciting phase of transforming the way we develop and deliver software, putting our engineers at the heart of this transformation whilst developing software that facilitates testing across the whole of the MBDA UK product portfolio.
We are keen to expand our team with the right people that complement and enrich our culture while empowering our exciting transformation initiative. We are keen to learn from new people and passionate about building high performing teams. We therefore invite self-motivated, passionate, adaptable and proficient software engineers to apply for this role.
In this role you will be:
• Designing, developing and supporting Engineering based Test Equipment software to test world leading complex missile systems and sub-components;
• Working with a wide range of teams and stakeholders across MBDA to deliver Test Engineering software capability of products from early concept to production;
• Exploring and experimenting with new implementations and technologies to meet the ever challenging customer requirements;
• Challenging and implementing real change when opportunities arise in the way the software is developed both within test software and the wider software community
• Embracing Agility and delivering value to the company giving you are real sense of achievement
• Working in a Software Engineering office / lab environment engaging with test equipment and electronic circuitry.
What we're looking for from you:
• Previous software engineering experience in the development of test solutions
• Strong ability to write software in C / C++; experience with C# and scripting languages would be an advantage to our future strategy.
• Proven experience of working with tools such as Lab Windows CVI or Test stand would be an advantage.
• Great communication skills with a strong motivation for collaboration.
• Previous experience working in an agile development team.
• A strong understanding of what is required to create high quality software and the ability to support quality practices
• A good understanding of automation, continuous integration and DevOps principles and practices
• Proven experience of electronics measurement and debug techniques using equipment such as DVM's. oscilloscopes and spectrum analysers
• An understanding of communications and serial interfaces such as TFTP, Ethernet, RS232, RS422, RS485, Modbus, CAN and 1553 buses
• The ability to articulate the benefits of key software craftsmanship practices like unit testing, good design, TDD etc
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MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
What we can offer you:
• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
• Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities
Our Business:
We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more…
We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.
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Offer ID: #920422,
Published: 2 weeks ago,
Company registered: 1 year ago
