Job Description

We are working with a leading expert in ship navigation systems and maritime solutions. As a team, they foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that values creativity, continuous learning, and professional growth.

Job Description:

We are seeking a talented and experienced Software Engineer to join our clients small UK software development team. As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining high-quality software solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the capture and analysis of technical requirements including estimating timescales and product delivery milestones.
• Design, implement and maintain software across a variety of application types including back-end database management, communication infrastructure and client-server programming.
• Front-end graphical user interface design.
• Software testing (creation, documentation and execution) including unit tests and simulation tools.
• Assist in evaluating and recommending new technologies, tools and processes to help maintain high levels of excellence.

Essential Skills:

• Experience with C++ and object-oriented methodologies.
• Good debugging and fault isolation skills.
• Knowledge of data structures and their applications.
• Good mathematical and algorithm development skills.
• Solid understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• An understanding of code configuration management (eg. Use of subversion).
• Knowledge of data structures and their applications.
• Front-end UI design and development.
• An understanding of network programming including data serialisation.
• Ability to work as part of an agile development team (SCRUM).
• An understanding of database design, coding and administration
• Appreciation of component-based development concepts (eg. SOA - Service Oriented Architectures and UI plugins)
• Ability to develop communication links to 3rd party sensors or software applications (eg. Cameras, Radar trackers, other).

Desired Technologies:

• Knowledge of: C++, Qt Framework, ACE, POCO, STL, XML, Network Programming (UDP/TCP), PostgreSQL, GStreamer.
• Use of MS Visual Studio for C++ development
• Knowledge of cross-platform build tools: MPC, CMake.
• Operating systems: Windows, Linux
• Knowledge of publish-subscribe middleware architectures such as DDS

Desirable Skills:

• Development experience in one or more of: C++, Qt Framework, QML, UI Design.
• Other technologies including DDS, STL, XML, Web services, Network Programming.
• Knowledge of databases: PostgreSQL or similar.

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related technical field

Benefits:

• Competitive salary & benefits package.
• Company Pension scheme.
• 33 Days annual leave including statutory public and bank holidays.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and projects.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Flexible work hours and remote work options.
• The option to work a nine-day fortnight (subject to an average of 37.5 hours per week)
• Salary sacrifice benefits available including dental, health care, cycle to work scheme & Technology.
• Buy & sell 5 days holiday option.

The successful candidate will be subject to SC clearance.