Software Engineer - C/C++

Salary £50,000 – £75,000 + bonus & excellent benefits

Stevenage | Hybrid working (3–5 days on-site)

This role requires eligibility for SC clearance – British citizenship is essential

Are you a Engineer looking to work on complex, real-world systems where reliability and performance truly matter?

We’re looking for a Software Engineer to join a highly collaborative engineering team delivering advanced test and validation software for cutting-edge systems. This is an opportunity to work across the full product lifecycle, developing solutions that directly support the testing and assurance of highly complex technology.

What you’ll be doing:

• Designing and developing software for test equipment used on complex systems and sub-components
• Writing high-quality software in C / C++ (with some scripting where needed)
• Working closely with electronics, systems and test teams to deliver integrated solutions
• Supporting automation, continuous integration and DevOps practices
• Contributing to the development of robust, reliable and maintainable software
• Debugging and validating systems using real hardware and measurement equipment

What we’re looking for:

• Strong experience developing software in C or C++
• Background in developing test solutions or working with hardware-integrated software
• Experience working in Agile development environments
• Good understanding of software quality practices and standards
• Familiarity with CI/CD, automation and DevOps principles
• Experience working with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes or spectrum analysers is highly beneficial

Why apply?

• Work on complex, mission-critical systems across the full development lifecycle
• Be part of a collaborative, engineering-led environment
• Opportunity to work with advanced technologies and modern development practices
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing team

What’s on offer:

• Salary between £50,000 - £75,000 depending on experience
• Company bonus (up to £2,500)
• Pension contributions up to 14%
• Paid overtime opportunities
• Up to 15 additional flexi-leave days
• Enhanced parental leave
• Excellent on-site facilities including subsidised meals and free parking