Job Title : Software Product Support Lead Salary : depending on experience!
Location : Bristol (we may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working : 4 days per week in the office as a minimum is required, due to workload classification.
Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship .
Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply.
As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the Personnel Security Team.
The opportunity: We are currently looking for a capable, adaptable and inquisitive Software Product Support Lead to lead a small dedicated team to develop embedded and middleware solutions!
We're a driven team with a passion for software and its successful deployment in battle-space Command and Control (C2) weapon systems.
We work on technology that is at the forefront of European missile system design, delivering safe, secure, and reliable products to our customers.
Our products require Linux Operating System (OS) migration, configuration and security solutions implementing, so a good experience of Linux is essential for this position.
You will be developing solutions targeting a large range of problems from hardware drivers to web services.
This role provides a great opportunity for someone wanting to be involved in many differing areas of software!
Working across multiple applications on both land and maritime projects in the systems software department, this role allows for involvement in many of the most advanced missile systems in the world, across multiple warfare domains, and provides a great opportunity for someone wanting to be involved in many differing areas of software.
Software Engineering (SE) has internal SE University courses, created and delivered by software engineers to effectively manage and share key knowledge and skills to support your learning.
What we're looking for from you: Experience with C or C++ (at least one of these is essential), Ada, and/or JavaScript, shell scripting languages with a solid background in software engineering.
Experience configuring, securing and maintaining Linux OSs (Redhat and/or Ubuntu) including Kernel configuration and Kernel test.
A passion for software engineering, with the ability to innovate and think critically to solve complex software problems with a willingness to develop software skillsets either through on the job, or formal training.
Knowledge of software design differences between Real-Time OSs and Hypervisors would be beneficial.
Comfortable working with a team in a collaborative environment, communicating and contributing to design and implementation decisions, and supporting with integration.
Experience in the development of software for Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) hardware and be comfortable working with target system hardware.
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Our company: The client is a leading defence organisation.
We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations.
We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days 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.
The client is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more… We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.
We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.