Senior Software Engineer

OpenWorks Engineering
Prudhoe, UK
11 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Systems Engineering C++ (Programming Language) CMake Cyber Security Linux DevOps Device Drivers Python (Programming Language) Network Configuration and Change Management Real-Time Operating Systems Release Management Software Engineering
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Systems Architecture TCP/IP Information Technology Video Streaming Software Coding Software Version Control

Job description

We’re looking for Software Engineers and Senior Software Engineers with strong software development experience across the full development lifecycle to design and develop the software that powers advanced electro-optical systems used in Air Defence, cUAS, Surveillance and Target Tracking applications. These systems are deployed worldwide to protect critical military and civilian assets., * Design and develop real-time software solutions for physical devices.

  • Specify system architecture, including hardware, operating systems and libraries.
  • Own the software lifecycle from coding and reviews to release and version control.
  • Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical and systems engineers to deliver integrated solutions.
  • Adapt and thrive in a fast-paced R&D environment where priorities and requirements evolve rapidly.

Requirements

  • Academic background: a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or a related discipline.
  • Strong C++ development skills.
  • Familiarity with Linux hardware drivers, network configuration, CMake, DevOps and TCP/IP.
  • Experience developing software deployed on real-time embedded platforms, including architecture design, hardware and OS specification, code development and review, source control and release management.
  • Creative problem-solving ability, effective learning, and proficient time-management.
  • Team fit: reliable, adaptable, self-aware and capable of working within a collaborative engineering team.
  • Desirable: experience with Python, Cyber Security and/or Video Streaming technologies.

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive salary and bonus package with performance bonuses up to 25%.
  • Enhanced pension: up to 8% employer-matched contributions.
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, long-service rewards and the option to buy up to 5 extra days.
  • Breakfast and lunch on us.
  • Private healthcare and life assurance.
  • Salary sacrifice schemes for EV cars and Cycle-to-Work options.
  • Regular team socials and events.
  • Annual learning budget of £250 within a learning-focused culture.

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