Senior Embedded Software Engineer, BMS
Archer
RTOSSDLCTCP/IP
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
Tech Stack
JavaLinuxRTOS
About the role
- Design and develop real-time embedded software solutions for Defence electrical and embedded systems
- Integrate and debug solutions on target hardware, addressing hardware/software integration issues
- Target multiple real-time platforms (e.g., VxWorks, MicroC/OS, Linux, FreeRTOS) using ADA, C, JAVA and/or C++
- Participate in various software lifecycle methodologies and ensure development follows defined processes and industry standards for reliability, safety, and security
- Manage software requirements and traceability using industry best practices
- Plan and execute software tests (Unit, Integration, System Level)
- Develop reusable software solutions
- Document all aspects of the software production process according to company standards
- Support client projects within the Defence sector and collaborate with stakeholders
Requirements
- BEng/BSc (Hons) degree or equivalent in computing or a computing-related subject, or an alternative qualification with relevant experience
- Knowledge of embedded real-time development and the hardware/software interface
- Understanding of real-time operating system behavior and software requirements analysis
- Proficiency in JAVA, ADA or C++
- Understanding of data communications (e.g., 1553, RS422) and networking principles
- Practical experience in real-time embedded development, integrating and debugging on target hardware, and using real-time operating systems
- Track record in developing C/C++ applications
- Awareness of the principles and levels of software testing
- Security Clearance (SC) will be required to support this role
- Desired: Knowledge of UML and Agile development methodologies
- Desired: Experience in Graphical User Interface design and development
- Desired: Understanding of software configuration control
- Desired: Ability to undertake roles beyond software development (e.g., Software Architect/Engineering Manager)
- Desired: Practical experience in model-driven software development, change management and version control systems
