Software Engineer

We are on a mission to grow our software engineering team at our Chertsey site, and we are excited to be on the lookout for individuals to join our dynamic team. This role encompasses all aspects of software development across a diverse range of software environments, offering an exciting opportunity for those with the relevant skills and capabilities.

In this role, you will not only gain exposure to various aspects of software development but also be presented with different avenues for your personal development, with the potential to gain increasing responsibilities working towards a team leadership role. The scope of this project is specifically within the maritime domain, making it a unique and impactful opportunity for those passionate about this field.

What you’ll do

• Software design, development, and review (from concept to final product) for a range of systems from small embedded single processors to multi-processor networked systems.
• Work with system and hardware engineers to implement software solutions that may include software-hardware and software-firmware interfaces.
• Communicate effectively with other team members within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Generate clear and concise technical documentation as required, both for external and company use and as part of a deliverable customer documentation pack.
• Provide technical input to decisions on the suitability of software design solutions.
• Liaise and co-operate with the Project Managers and Software Design Lead to resolve technical, project or resource problems and conflicts.
• Supporting the research and development of products within the Company, improving engineering quality, efficiency, and cost.
• Participate in project reviews and support presentations at relevant Design Review Meetings.
• Support the business development team and input technical proposals when required and be able to handle sensitive information in the course of your work.

What you’ll need

• Knowledge and experience in software design and development, particularly using UML-based design specification and implementation in at least one of the key software languages; C, C++, C#, and Java.
• Knowledge and experience of structured software design methodologies.
• Degree level educated in a related engineering discipline.
• Experience working in a defence environment would be desirable.
• Experience and understanding of Sonar Systems
• Interest in professional development or working towards Chartered status would be desirable.
• Have a high level of both verbal and written communication skills, able to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multi-site team.
• Innovative and creative thinking.
• Willingness to work as part of a collaborative enterprise with other companies including short periods of detached duty where necessary.
• Ability to obtain (or have already obtained) SC level of security clearance.

What you’ll get

• Full engineering lifecycle with vertical exposure: Choose the direction of your career
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu: Gain up to 24 additional paid days off per year
• Flexible working: We operate on core working hours of 09:30 – 12:00 & 14:00 – 16:00
• Role-specific allowances: You won’t be out of pocket
• Holiday entitlement: 32 days per annum, inclusive of bank holidays pro rata for part-time. 24 December - 2 January is a close down
• Pension scheme: Competitive employer contribution scheme
• Private medical care: Access a network of 50+ private clinics and hospitals nationwide

Why Drumgrange?

As a small-medium enterprise, we benefit from having a flat organisation structure with only a few levels between a junior role and a department head, so you can spend more time with technical application and less time wrangling with red tape. It also means that your voice is heard and there is plenty of opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact upon the business.

Roles here present fantastic opportunities to be involved across the whole design lifecycle, and with such a wide portfolio of products and capabilities, you can expect varied and career-expanding work that takes you across different engineering domains and environments.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. Please be aware that many of our roles will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities held, and your place of birth may limit the roles you can perform in our organisation.