Ultra Intelligence & Communications Cyber (UK)
Defense Technology
SoftwareEngineer
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“Software Engineer at Ultra Intelligence & Communications Cyber (UK). Skills: Embedded software, C/C++, Object-Oriented Design. Implement software. Designs, codes, verifies, tests, documents, amends and refactors simple programs/scripts”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver software components into projects and products; Support the deployment and maintenance of software components; Ensure high quality and timely software deliverables; Ensure cost and schedule adherence
Industry & Context.
Uses established procedures to solve problems by making judgments; Proposes practical solutions to resolve issues
Willing and able to obtain, and maintain, SC security clearance, Willing and able to obtain, and maintain, DV security clearance, British Citizen resident in the UK for the past 5 years for SC clearance, British Citizen resident in the UK for the past 10 years for DV clearance, Handle export-controlled material
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Degree in an engineering, mathematical or science-based subject or equivalent experience, 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++, Experience of Object-Oriented Design and Design Patterns, Experience of software testing and design for test, Experience of using version control, continuous integration and automated test tools and frameworks, 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
Python, JavaScript, node.js, Rust, Communications protocols – e. g. TCP/IP, Experience of best practice software development processes/lifecycles, Exposure to defensive coding techniques and standards such as MISRA, Knowledge of software engineering practices, methodologies, processes, techniques and technology trends, Experience of DOORS, RSA, Enterprise Architect, UML and SysML
What You'll Do.
amends and refactors simple programs/scripts
Applies agreed standards and tools
Manage security of information
implement and test embedded software
Apply object-oriented design techniques
Review and understand system design artefacts
review and maintain software design
Develop and maintain knowledge of best practice development processes
Estimate time and effort
Contribute to Software Community of Practice
Actively contribute to defined aspects of the project
amends and refactors moderately complex programs/scripts
Monitors and reports on progress
Identifies issues related to software development activities
Proposes practical solutions to resolve issues
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborates in reviews of work with others as appropriate
Process & Methodology
Estimate time and effort required for software activities, Deliver to these time and effort estimates, Contribute to the Software Community of Practice by proposing improvements in tools, processes and techniques, Actively contribute to defined aspects of the project to achieve optimal balance between requirements, schedule and cost
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 possesses knowledge for specific fields and performs structured work assignments. Uses established procedures to solve problems by making judgments and gets work done with quality under moderate supervision. Has limited discretion to vary from established procedures. **Scope** Define, 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. **Responsible for / Key responsibilities** * Current: * Implement software under the direction of the project’s software lead and engineering software lead. * SFIA Programming / software devel
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