Embedded Software Engineer

Stevenage, England, United Kingdom

4/1/2025

Expleo has world class experts in the provision of real-time embedded systems, specialising in safety and mission critical control systems. We are currently looking to expand our team to support a blue-chip engineering client working on a cutting edge Missile Systems development project in the Defence domain.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyse requirements, design, develop, test, and maintain software solutions for defence projects.
• Apply your expertise in one or more of the following programming languages: C++, C or ADA to deliver high-quality software products.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, software design, coding, testing, documentation, deployment, and maintenance.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders, including clients, project managers, system engineers, and other software engineers, to ensure successful project delivery.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks, meet project deadlines, and maintain a high level of quality and attention to detail.
• Adhere to established coding standards, software development processes, and security protocols.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Proven experience working as a Software Engineer, developing software solutions for complex projects.
• Strong proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages: C++, C or ADA.
• Experience is using a high-level scripting language such as Python.
• Solid understanding of software development principles, object-oriented design, and design patterns.
• Familiarity with the software development lifecycle and agile methodologies in a Safety or Mission Critical development environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze and debug complex software systems.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies and tools, including unit testing and automated testing frameworks.
  
  

Desired Skills

• RTX64 SDK Experience
• Linux Development
• Device Driver Development
• TCP / IEEE-1394 Comms Protocal
• CISCO CNNA
• IntervzlZero RTX
  
  

Experience

• Experience working in the UK Defence industry with particular focus on the Defence domain.
• Proven experience working as a Software Engineer, developing software solutions for complex projects. Extensive experience working in the sector.
  
  

What Do I Need Before I Apply

• Eligibility and willingness to obtain SC Clearance (Security Check Clearance) is essential.
  
  

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges 
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects  
• Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses 
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo 
• As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
• Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
• Communicating and promoting vacancies
• Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
• Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
• Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people
  

“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age”.

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive