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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** Leonardo UK
- **Location:** Broughton, UK
- **Salary:** £38,000.0 - £50,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, C++ (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Microsoft Visual Studio, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Teststand, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Atlassian Tools, Production Code, Programming Languages
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/software-engineer/48027856

## About the Role

alignment with other elements of the programme. Contribute to the resolution of emerging issues by proposing and driving through solutions, escalating more complex risks and supporting definition of opportunities and risk mitigation optionsWhat we need from you: In-industry experience of using the programming languages C and/or C++. Good quality industry experience and working autonomously at a senior level. Experience with the full Software Development Lifecycle.Demonstrable experience in the following areas will help you stand out: Developing Low Level Drivers Experience with NI TestStand Experience with Visual Studio Developing software for test system environments Developing software within a development process framework Experience of Agile development and Atlassian toolset Familiarity with configuration management tools, defect tracking and peer reviewSecurity ClearanceThis role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Governments Baseline Personnel Security

## Description

jet, then Leonardo would like to hear from you.We are looking for experienced Software Engineers to join our well-established Test Engineering community at our Edinburgh based site. You will help us continue our industry leading contribution to projects in our Radar teams.If you would like to read about our contribution to the Eurofighter - have a look here: a Software Engineer you will: Support creation and delivery of software solutions within a defined work package area, ensuring that the package meets all stakeholder requirements Establish and mature stakeholder needs, associating/attributing priority, interest, influence and trading-off needs to determine optimum capability to solve stakeholders problems Create high quality and robust code; for fully documenting and recording your work products; keeping them under configuration management and providing plans and reports on progress to your line manager Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure architecture


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