Job Description

Job Requirements

Role Overview:

Quest Global are hiring for experienced C++ Senior/Principal Software Engineers on a permanent basis to be based in Luton.


This position is for embedded software development in an end to end role focused on electronic warfare systems.


As a software engineer, you will work within an integrated project team and be responsible for creating high quality and robust designs and code; for fully documenting and recording your work products; keeping them under configuration management and providing plans and progress reports.

Work Experience

Languages

C++14 or higher versions

Tools

Visual Studio 2019, VxWorks, IBM DOORS, Azure DevOps, Git

Essential Skills and Qualifications

Strong programming expertise in

C++14

, with extensive experience using

Visual Studio

for development, debugging, and performance optimisation. Proven ability to design, implement, and maintain

embedded software

on

RTOS platforms

such as

VxWorks

, including target integration and validation. Strong grasp of

Object-Oriented Design (OOD)

principles. Strong

unit test

skills using tools such as MS Test Framework. Experience in interpreting and managing requirements through

IBM DOORS

, maintaining full traceability from definition to verification. Proven ability to work closely with other teams (i.e.

systems

), translating requirements into technical deliverables and ensuring alignment with project goals. Demonstrates

ownership

,

attention to detail

, and the ability to communicate effectively with both client and internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes. Excellent

written and verbal communication

skills. Strong

peer reviewing

skills (source code and documentation).

Desirable Skills and Qualifications

Experience delivering software within

Agile

and

DevOps

frameworks, actively contributing to

sprint

meetings. Practical exposure to

Continuous Integration (CI)

environments and automated build and test pipelines. Working knowledge of

Azure DevOps

for

pipeline creation

,

build orchestration

, and

release management

. Familiarity with

DO-178C

standards for

safety-critical software

development in aerospace and defence domains. Confidence in

presenting technical material

to a wide range of stakeholders in discussions, technical reviews, and cross-functional collaborations.

Qualifications

Honours degree or equivalent in Electronics Engineering or another STEM-based subject UK citizenship (Sole UK Nationals only) is mandatory to be able to clear the background checks and obtain SC clearance Current valid SC clearance would be an advantage

Security Clearance

You must be eligible for full security clearance with Sole British Nationality