Anson McCade
Senior Software Engineer
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Senior Software Engineer
Location: Stevenage
Salary: £40,000–£75,000 depending on experience
Working Pattern: Dynamic Hybrid – typically 3–5 days per week onsite due to workload classification
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Senior Software Engineer to join a leading defence engineering organisation, working on innovative and mission-critical technology that supports the development, production and testing of advanced missile systems.
This role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment, collaborating closely with Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering and Test & Validation teams to develop reliable, high-performance software solutions.
The Opportunity:
- Develop software solutions for complex and mission-critical test environments
- Work across a diverse portfolio of projects supporting the development, production and field testing of missile systems
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams across Software, Electronics, Electrical, Systems Engineering and Test & Validation
- Apply strong analytical and design skills to solve complex technical challenges
- Support software development through effective review, critical analysis and documentation
- Embrace DevOps and other innovative technologies as the organisation continues to evolve
- Contribute directly to product certification, manufacturing output and support activities
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What We're Looking For From You:
- Strong software development experience using C, C++ or ADA
- Software or electronics engineering background, with transferable skills into software development for test solutions
- Excellent analytical, design and problem-solving abilities
- Experience conducting technical reviews and critical analysis
- A flexible and proactive “can do” approach to solving complex technical problems
- Ability to develop reliable, high-performance, standardised and well-documented software
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple disciplines and stakeholder groups
- A genuine interest in working on novel technologies where software is time and mission critical
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What’s On Offer:
- Company bonus of up to £2,500, based on company performance
- Pension contributions of up to 14% total employer and employee contribution
- Paid overtime opportunities
- Flexi Leave – up to 15 additional days
- Enhanced parental leave
- Fantastic onsite facilities, including subsidised meals and free car parking
- Relocation package may be available
Feel free to call me at 02895213213.
Reference: AMC/AMD
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