Software Engineer - C++
Summary
Develops C++ software for maritime military systems, following strict lifecycle and quality standards like ISO 9001 and TickITplus.
Salary: £36,000 - 76,000 per year
Requirements:- SC Clearance required (or eligibility to gain it before starting)
- Understanding of military systems, particularly maritime systems
- Experience with Software Engineering Lifecycle processes and tools
- Familiarity with Open Systems Architectures and Principles
- Ability to solve complex problems and critically review results and methods
- Awareness of ISO 9001 and TickITplus standards
- Understanding of software configuration management
- Strong communication skills for expert and non-expert stakeholders
- Proven ability in Defence, Maritime, or Rail industry
- Primary software skills in C++ / Visual Studio
- Experience with UML / Enterprise Architect for system design
- Desirable skills: Sonar processing, Intel Threaded Building Blocks, Fortran, Signal Processing, Object Oriented Design, Algorithm optimisation/implementation
- Apply a software engineering approach throughout the software development lifecycle
- Engage with and communicate effectively with stakeholders
- Solve complex problems and ensure quality through critical review of methods
- Manage software configuration and adhere to relevant standards
- Contribute to design efforts using UML and Enterprise Architect
- Develop software using primary skills, including C++ and Visual Studio
- Architect
- Fortran
- Sonar
- UML
- Visual Studio
- C++
- Security
More:
We are a dynamic company located in Dorset offering a hybrid working model where you can work 3 days on-site and 2 days from home. We provide a competitive market salary and require all candidates to have held or be eligible to gain SC Clearance. Our focus is on applying innovative software engineering approaches, particularly in the military and maritime sectors. We emphasize quality and adherence to standards while fostering an inclusive team culture.
last updated 33 week of 2026