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Principal / Specialist Engineer: Application Software – C++ (Somerset West)



Job description

ENVIRONMENT:

A well-established technology and automation solutions provider is seeking a passionate Software Engineer/Developer to join its Application Software Team, where the successful candidate will be responsible for designing and developing software for user applications with a strong focus on highly reliable safety-critical and mission-critical systems, requiring a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science (BSc) or Engineering (BSc Eng./BEng) and proficiency in one or more general-purpose programming languages such as C++ or Java.

DUTIES:

  • Take a lead / specialist role in the development of application software, mainly for operator-facing, mission-critical software used in C2 and ISR systems;
  • Take ownership of features from requirements through design, implementation, and testing for front-end and back-end development;
  • Research and understand new domains and technologies sufficiently to understand user requirements and implement features;
  • Assist with their production efforts related to application software;
  • Play a major role in the generation of outputs for projects, including design, testing, documentation, production and verification artefacts;
  • Implement their engineering processes, plans and policies as applicable to a specific project; and
  • Perform minor support roles within the company, if required.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science (BSc) or Engineering (BSc Eng.

    / BEng).

Required Skills and Experience

  • 5 - 10 years of relevant industry experience
  • Proficiency with one or more general-purpose programming languages: C++, Java etc;
  • Proficiency with one or more scripting languages: Python, Bash, PowerShell etc;
  • Understanding of object-oriented design and common software patterns;
  • Experience with collaboration using version control software such as Git, Subversion, or Perforce; and
  • Experience working in a team using Agile methods and/or issue tracking software such as Jira.

Recommended Skills and Experience

  • Modern C++ experience, especially C++11 and onwards;
  • Markup languages and associated technologies including XML, XSLT, XML Schema, JSON, YAML; and
  • Master’s Degree in Computer Science (MSc) or Engineering (MSc Eng.

    / MEng).

ATTRIBUTES:

  • Ability to learn fast and absorb new information quickly;
  • Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate on large projects;
  • Ability to work independently;
  • Strong problem-solving skills; and
  • High standard of communication skills in English (both verbal and written).

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