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Lead Software Developer
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Hertfordshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
The opportunity:
This is a hands on role working collaboratively with Project Leads, Simulation Architects and the wider project team, with the development of synthetic environments using the C family of programming languages. The role combines aspects of technical leadership, project management and team building.
WSSE are integral in the development of weapon systems and system architectures, and as a result we have developed a capability supporting developments across the full product life cycle. The team integrates real products, models and synthetic environments to provide visualisations, demonstrations, verification & validation as well as training capability and support.
What we're looking for from you:
A Lead Software Engineer who is adaptable and creative in their approach to lead a small software development team and advance the technical development of our synthetic environments / simulation components for one of MBDA's weapon systems.
A strong background in software (C# and C++), and its realisation and system wide impact, with a robust approach to problem solving.
You will have an open approach to software development, as the software you develop can be used across multiple products and projects so strong communication skills are essential.
Exposure to real-time software development and simulation standards (DIS and HLA) would be advantageous however it is not crucial.This role will offer you the opportunity to:
Grow your skills and abilities, whilst supporting the full MBDA development lifecycle.
Develop a broader view of systems of systems engineering and drive the technical innovation through a synthetic environment.
Work on the worlds most advanced defence systems from the initial concepts with advanced visualisation techniques (AR/VR) and demonstrations all the way through to in service support and training.
Underpinning everything we do is experimentation and you will be part of the team developing new innovative ways and capabilities to support weapon systems development for domestic and international customers
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What we can offer you:
Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary
Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities
Our Business:
We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more…
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