Ultra Intelligence & Communications Cyber (UK)
Defense Technology
PrincipalSoftwareEngineer
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“Principal Software Engineer at Ultra Intelligence & Communications Cyber (UK). Skills: Embedded software development, C++, Object-Oriented Design, Software architecture. Architect software. Specify requirements”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver high quality and timely software; Ensure cost and schedule adherence; Achieve optimal balance between requirements, schedule and cost; Lead to contract awards
Industry & Context.
Independent judgements based on practice; Resolve complex problems
Willing and able to obtain, and maintain, SC security clearance, Willing and able to obtain, and maintain, DV security clearance, British Citizen resident in UK for past 5 years (for SC), British Citizen resident in UK for past 10 years (for DV), Handle export-controlled material
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Degree in an engineering, mathematical or science-based subject or equivalent experience, Significant experience of at least one of the Embedded product development (including bare-metal and RTOSes such as ThreadX, QNX or Linux), Embedded Linux application, kernel and/or driver development, C and C++, Significant experience of best practice software development processes/lifecycles, Experience of Object-Oriented Design and Design Patterns such as SOLID, Experience of software testing and design for test, Willing and able to obtain, and maintain, SC security clearance, Willing and able to obtain, and maintain, DV security clearance (following attainment of SC clearance)
Nice to Have
Master’s degree in an engineering, mathematical or science-based subject or equivalent experience, Rust, Javascript, node. js, react. js, Communications protocols – e. g. TCP/IP, Experience of using version control, continuous integration and automated test tools and frameworks, Exposure to defensive coding techniques and standards such as MISRA, Advanced knowledge of software engineering practices, methodologies, processes, techniques and technology trends, Experience of DOORS, RSA, Enterprise Architect, UML and SysML
What You'll Do.
Maintain software design
Develop knowledge of best practices
Estimate time and effort
Contribute to Software Community of Practice
Generate technical proposals
Review technical proposals
Provide estimates for bids
Mentor junior engineers
Coach junior engineers
Sign off technical deliverables
Chair technical reviews
Manage security of information
Plan software construction
Adapt development methods
Measure project standards
Monitor project standards
Contribute to organizational policies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work within a software engineering team; Collaborate with product teams; Explain complex concepts to less technical parties
Communication Scope
Explains technically complex concepts clearly
Process & Methodology
Project management, Line management, Manage security of information
Full Job Description
Company: Ultra Intelligence & Communications Cyber (UK) Business # **Powering Decision** Join the team redefining defense technology. From engineering systems that save lives to leading programs that change the battlefield—find your place in the future of defense. **Cyber Business** Our Cyber business unit is at the forefront of pioneering advanced cryptographic and key management solutions, facilitating the confidential exchange of vital information for customers operating at both tactical and strategic echelons. Join our team and participate in the innovation that ensures the highest security and trust worldwide. # **Job Description** The Ultra Engineering function manages a portfolio of specialist capabilities, generating highly differentiated solutions and products by applying electronic, mechanical, and software technologies in demanding and critical environments to meet customer needs. The Software Engineering function in Ultra supports the software development lifecycle consisting of requirements analysis, design, implementation, test and verification in order to deliver software components into projects and products and supports the deployment and maintenance of software components. A professional at this grade applies technical / professional knowledge, making independent judgements based on practice and significant previous experience to support decision making. Often seen as a referral point or more senior team member to escalate more complex problems. Roles will act independently with minimal guidance, and may act as project managers/formal mentors for junior staff. **Scope** Provide technical leadership and define, architect, design, develop, document and test embedded and/or application software as part of a software engineering team of 5-20 engineers, within the Cyber UK Business Unit, delivering multiple concurrent research, development and production programmes ranging from tens of £k to several £m. Line management of up to 5 software engineers. **R
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