We are looking for a capable, adaptable and inquisitive software engineer to join a dedicated team to develop middleware solutions!
Job Title: Software Engineer (with Linux)
Salary: Circa £50,000 to £70,000 depending on experience
Location: Bristol (we may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)
Dynamic (hybrid) working: Typically, 4 days per week on-site 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 MBDA Personnel Security Team.
The opportunity:
As a Software Engineer with Linux expertise, you will have the opportunity to develop middleware solutions and work on sophisticated missile systems.
Our products require Linux Operating System (OS) migration, configuration and security solutions implementing, so a good experience of Linux is essential for this position.
At MBDA, we value innovation and critical thinking to solve complex software problems. We are proud to offer a dynamic and collaborative environment where you can contribute to design and implementation decisions while supporting integration efforts.
MBDA Software Engineering (SE) has internal SE University courses, created and delivered by MBDA software engineers to effectively manage and share key knowledge and skills to support your learning.
What we're looking for from you:
Proven experience with C or C++ (at least one of these is crucial), or in Ada, and/or JavaScript, shell scripting languages
Strong background in software engineering.
Experience configuring, securing and maintaining Linux OSs (Redhat and/or Ubuntu) including Kernel configuration and Kernel test.
Knowledge of software design differences between Real-Time OSs and Hypervisors is beneficial.
Comfortable working collaboratively in a team environment and contributing to design and implementation decisions
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:
MBDA 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. MBDA 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.
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