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Principal Software Engineer

Job description

Role: Principal Software Engineer
Location: Luton (4 days on site, non negotiable)
Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 DOE
Clearance: British Citizens Only - eligibility for full security clearance required

I have an exciting opportunity with a global consultancy renowned for its expertise in defence, aerospace, aviation, and automotive sectors. You will have the chance to work on next-generation technology and cutting-edge aerospace and radar projects that drive innovation and impact in these critical fields.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop embedded software with RTOS (VxWorks, embedded Linux)
  • Deploy software on multi-core/distributed platforms
  • Collaborate with firmware and hardware teams
  • Use C++ and scripting languages
  • Follow RTCA 178C and MISRA C/C++ standards
Requirements:
  • Full software lifecycle experience (Requirements, Design, Test)
  • Proficiency in C++, UML, and OOD
  • Agile methodologies (Scrum, Jira, Gitlab)
  • Experience with RTCA 178C or similar
Desirables:
  • Leadership and mentoring experience and capabilities