Software Product Support Enigneer

Role: Software Product Support Engineer

Duration: 6-month contract (potential to extend)

Location: Full time on site in Bristol (compressed hours optional)

Rate: £68 per hour umbrella (Inside IR35)

Overview

Hybrid working pattern: Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working. In this role 4 days per week in the office as a minimum is required due to the secure classification of the work requiring secure network access.

Responsibilities:

The opportunity:

• We're a driven team with a passion for software and its successful deployment in battlespace Command and Control (C2) weapon systems. We work on technology that is at the forefront of European missile system design, delivering safe, secure, and reliable products to our customers.
• We are looking for a capable software engineer who can support our in-service missile-system middleware solutions and work as part of a small team to investigate and fix issues as they arise.
• Debugging and engineering investigation is a big part of the job, as the software is complex and we require someone with an inquisitive nature to be able to investigate issues and discuss solutions with our customers.
• Our products require Linux Operating System (OS) configuration, support and security solution maintenance, so proven ability of Linux is necessary for this position.
• Working across multiple applications on both land and maritime projects in the systems software department, this role allows for involvement in many of the most advanced missile systems in the world, across multiple warfare domains.

Skillset required:

What we're looking for from you:

• Proven ability with C or C++ (At least one of these is essential), Ada, and/or JavaScript, shell scripting languages with a solid background in software engineering.
• Proven ability configuring and maintaining Linux OSs (Redhat and/or Ubuntu) including Kernel configuration and Kernel test.
• A passion for software engineering, with the ability to innovate and think critically to understand and solve complex software problems.
• This is a technical support role, so clear communication of technical matters to non-technical stakeholders is an essential skill.
• Comfortable working with a team in a collaborative environment, communicating and contributing to resolve emerging issues.

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