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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Software Engineer - **Company:** MDA Space - **Location:** Didcot, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), C++ (Programming Language), Software Documentation, Linux, Device Drivers, Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), NumPy, Software Systems, Wireless Telecommunications, System Availability, Software Security, Git, Matplotlib, Jenkins - **Published:** May 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3040d3beff43d8c1 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Telecommunication?, * Proven ability to derive software designs from requirements * Ability to contribute to Requirements, Architecture, Design and Test documentation * Experience in developing C/C++ for systems using the Linux operating system * Experience of formal development, test, integration and documentation processes and associated industry tool sets, e.g., Git, Jenkins. Desirable: * Proven track record of innovation, particularly in bringing modern software technologies, tools and methodologies to improve products and simplify their development. * Experience in design of high availability software systems * Experience in design of secure software systems. * Knowledge of wireless telecommunications systems. * Knowledge and application of Python numerical libraries (e.g., numpy, matplotlib). * Experience of operating and automating radio frequency test equipment. * Knowledge of Linux kernel and device drivers. * Knowledge of electronics hardware related to our products, including phased arrays, processor electronics etc. * Python Development Skills Personal Profile: * Proven track record in developing quality software * Displays a proactive willingness to volunteer for work elements / projects outside job scope where the individual can contribute, aligned with company priority * Identifies, quantifies and flags problems * Capable of developing new principles and concepts * Executes to schedule on assigned work with attention to detail * Clearly communicates work/schedule to the team We're a dream team of purpose-driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us forward to improve life on and above Earth. If you're excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we'll take you there. ## Description * Product Impact & Scope of Innovation: Responsible for design and development of on-board software and ground test software for our payloads. * Teamwork: Committed team player who freely and proactively shares knowledge with others * Problem Solving: Good analytical skills required to identify root cause issues. Able to develop test cases to make problems visible and to provide robust solutions to address them. * Planning and Scheduling: Ability to estimate resources for complete end to end solutions delivering product level software to internal and external customers. * Communication skills: Good documentation and presentation skills are vital for sharing knowledge within the software and to others such as the validation team. 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