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# Software Solutions Engineer

- **Company:** Thales Group
- **Location:** Crawley, United Kingdom
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Abstraction Layers, Agile Methodology, Computing Platforms, C++ (Programming Language), Profiling, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, DevOps, Device Drivers, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Interface Design, Iterative and Incremental Development, Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards), Python (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, System Programming, Systems Integration, Virtualization Technology, C4ISR, Software Verification, Build Management, Information Technology, Programming Languages
- **Published:** November 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://thales.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers/job/Crawley/Software-Solutions-Engineer_R0345585-1

## About the Role

We're interested in candidates with a strong software engineering background and a passion for developing quality software solutions. You will bring a blend of technical expertise, problem-solving ability, and a collaborative mindset.

You will ideally have:

 * A degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a
 * related discipline (or equivalent experience).
 * Experience designing, developing, testing, and integrating software solutions in a professional environment.
 * Strong knowledge of software development principles and modern engineering practices.
 * Experience with one or more programming languages such as C++, C, Java, Python, or similar.
 * Knowledge of software build processes, compilation techniques, and continuous integration pipelines.
 * Understanding of computing platforms, operating systems, and virtualisation technologies.
 * Experience working within Agile or iterative development environments.
 * The ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively within multidisciplinary teams., Whilst not essential, the following experience would be advantageous:
 * Defence, Aerospace, or other highly regulated industries.
 * Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) systems.
 * Embedded software development, including firmware, device drivers, and low-level software.
 * Working with hardware interfaces such as FPGAs, sensors, and communications equipment.
 * Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and bare-metal development environments.
 * Performance optimisation in resource-constrained systems.
 * Use of debugging and profiling tools, including logic analysers, oscilloscopes, and JTAG/SWD debuggers.
 * Knowledge of Hardware Abstraction Layers (HAL), Board Support Packages (BSP), and embedded Linux environments.

## Description

As a Software Solutions Engineer, you will contribute across the software development lifecycle, working closely with engineers, architects, and project teams to deliver high-quality solutions., * Collaborating within cross-functional engineering teams to develop innovative software solutions.

 * Supporting requirements definition, system design, and architectural decision-making.
 * Developing, integrating, and optimising software components within larger system solutions.
 * Producing well-structured, maintainable, and testable code in line with engineering standards.
 * Contributing to software verification, validation, and deployment activities.
 * Designing and implementing scalable and performant software features.
 * Supporting project planning, estimation, and delivery activities.
 * Sharing knowledge and best practice to continually improve team capability and solution quality.