Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Van Arendonk Makelaardij; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Malvern is looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join their OpTech team. The candidate will develop cutting-edge solutions for national security and must have extensive experience in software development using languages like C, C++, and Python. The role requires strong problem-solving skills and an ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This full-time position is on-site and requires DV clearance.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Health Cash Plan options

Employee discount portal

Qualifications

• Extensive software development experience in a range of programming languages.
• Ability to develop and integrate software systems using various operating systems.
• Previous experience developing for embedded platforms.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for software development and related engineering activities.
• Solve technically challenging problems in software development.
• Communicate ideas with multiple stakeholders and customers.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Python programming

Java programming

C# programming

Unit Testing

CI/CD tools

Linux OS

Windows OS

Job description

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow – we’re creating it. From cutting‑edge defence technology to ground‑breaking innovations, our mission is to empower and protect lives.

Join us as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer at our Malvern site, where you will work with cutting‑edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role

As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer you will join the OpTech team in Intelligence Security Solutions, providing cutting‑edge solutions to protect sovereign states from ever‑changing and increasingly sophisticated threats.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Being responsible to the Project Design Authority for software development and related software engineering activities
• Solving technically challenging problems from rapid developments to full‑scale system developments
• Applying rigorous engineering practices such as analysing, designing, implementing, testing, supporting and maintaining solutions
• Innovating in the application and integration of digital hardware technologies to build novel embedded systems
• Realising a system into functional components and then decomposing into a backlog of deliverable User Stories
• Communicating ideas with multiple stakeholders and customers at all levels

Essential Experience For The Senior Embedded Software Engineer

• The ability to operate both independently and collaboratively as part of a closely coupled team
• Extensive software development experience in a range of programming languages such as C, C++, Python, Java or C#
• The ability to develop and integrate software systems using both bare‑metal and open‑source/commercial operating systems
• Knowledge and implementation of complex software solutions
• Previous experience developing for embedded platforms
• Prior experience with Unit Testing & CI/CD tools
• Experience being comfortable using both Linux and Windows operating systems

Essential Qualifications For The Senior Embedded Software Engineer

We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education; provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn, then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at Malvern and is fully on‑site. Please note DV clearance will be required for this role.

Malvern

The Malvern facility is noted for its work in electronic warfare, surveillance and complex system integration, contributing significantly to the UK’s defence capabilities. Developing technologies for military and civilian applications, including sensors, communications and cyber security.

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges. As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experience enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork and pulling together, you’ll experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies – constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realize your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our inclusive workplace culture. www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq

Our Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering opportunities – helping charities and local community

Our Recruitment Process

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is inclusive and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting. Applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions; some issues such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be willing to go through DV clearance.