Job Description

We are looking for passionate and skilled software engineers who have exceptional problem solving and critical thinking skills, analytical with high attention to detail, and self-motivated!

Salary

: up to 64,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working

: 5 days per week on-site, due to workload classification

Security Clearance

: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.


Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

Company bonus

: Up to 2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)

Pension

: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%

Overtime:

opportunity for paid overtime

Flexi Leave:

Up to 15 additional days

Flexible working:

We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave:

offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments

Facilities

: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more...

The opportunity:

The Human Machine Interface (HMI) and Cyber team is looking for principal software engineers to join us developing the future laser defence capability for the Royal Navy!


We are looking for engineers with both a deep and broad range of experience in software engineering, from requirements to certification, who have taken the lead in technical implementation and delivery of complex solutions as well as supporting and mentoring other engineers in their team.


We are committed to developing careers and skillsets by supporting our teams' personal development whilst ensuring that a healthy work/life balance is maintained!

What we're looking for from you:

You will be able to demonstrate experience and knowledge in the following areas:

Strong proficiency in software programming in C++ A proven record in delivering software product on complex systems Be able to demonstrate experience and knowledge of all aspects of the Software Development Lifecycle especially software requirements and design Experience of building internal and external stakeholders relationships Ability to support and developing more junior engineers Collaborative and open approach to problem solving with strong communication skills

Knowledge / interest in the following topics are considered a bonus but are not required.

Windows / Linux OS lockdown Software Security and Safety requirements HMI development / design Automated Testing

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.


We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more...


We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.


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