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# Software Developer

- **Company:** Rolls-Royce
- **Location:** Filton, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Active Directory, C++ (Programming Language), System Configuration, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Revision Control Systems, Hardware Design, Microsoft Visual Studio, Network Service, Network Protocols, Software Engineering, Subversion, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Git, Network Server
- **Published:** May 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/jobad/gb5534b3ae7fb195b00f6c115c1a7b2bea

## About the Role

Essential
Competent with C++ and C.
Proven experience in a lab or test-facility environment
Hardware experiences integrating software with physical systems
Knowledge of revision control systems for software release (e.g. Git or SVN).
Good working knowledge of Windows (clients/servers, installation & configuration) including Active Directory and DNS.
Working knowledge of Linux (installation & configuration).
Desirable:
Network Communication methods, familiarity with UDP and TCP/IP and other network protocols.
Familiarity of Microsoft Visual Studio.
Understanding of Data Acquisition Systems.

## Description

Develop software for measurement and data acquisition systems from user requirement to maturity.
Hands-on lab work: set up and validate software/ hardware integration, commission and maintain test rigs
Hardware/software integration
Investigate and troubleshoot existing systems across software, network and connected hardware.
Introduce appropriate technology and latest standards into existing designs to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Maintain and develop our Active Directory network in use on the test site.
Participate fully in multi-function design reviews to ensure alignment of customer requirements and proposed design.
Work under pressure to tight short-term deadlines; be self-motivated with a positive attitude to work.
Uphold safe working practices in labs and test facilities.


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