C/C++ Software Engineer

Matchtech

Remote-friendly

Location: Cheltenham (hybrid working)

Duration: 6 month contract

Inside IR35

Role details:
Our client, a leading developer of mission-critical and safety-critical systems for the defence and aerospace sectors, is seeking a C/C++ Software Engineer for a contract opportunity. The role will involve developing robust embedded software for applications used across military aircraft, vehicles, civil aerospace and unmanned systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Defining requirements, designing, developing and verifying software across a range of integrity levels
  • Producing high-quality C and C++ code in line with internal software standards
  • Developing and testing bare-metal embedded software
  • Creating accurate software design documentation and supporting requirements development
  • Carrying out software testing, debugging and verification within embedded environments
  • Participating in design and code reviews to maintain robust engineering standards
  • Working collaboratively with wider engineering teams and technical stakeholders

Job Requirements:

  • High proficiency in C and C++ software development
  • Experience writing bare-metal embedded software
  • Understanding of software development lifecycles, requirements and verification processes
  • Experience with Git, containerised development environments and CI/CD workflows
  • Familiarity with debugging tools, hardware interfaces and safety analysis techniques
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a wider team
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Desirable Skills:

  • Understanding of hardware and software integration
  • Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing
  • Experience developing software in accordance with DO-178C
  • Knowledge of safety-critical or mission-critical software development




If you are an experienced C/C++ Software Engineer with embedded development expertise and an interest in defence and aerospace technology, apply now.

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