Software Engineer (Python and C++)

ENVIRONMENT:

An innovative automation company is seeking a highly skilled and passionate Software Engineer/Developer to join their Software Tools team. The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative software development team responsible for creating applications that support safety-critical and mission-critical systems, with a focus on delivering reliable, high-quality solutions. Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science (BSc) or Engineering (BSc Eng./BEng) and demonstrate proficiency in one or more general-purpose programming languages such as Python, C++, or Java.

 

DUTIES:

• Design, develop, and maintain software including software for payload control, payloads emulators, relay applications, mission logic, etc.
• Manage and optimise Docker environments for mission system appliances.
• Enhance software productivity by maintaining CI pipelines, integrated development platforms (IDPs), and build systems.
• Develop and support other general software productivity tools.
• Play a major role in the generation of outputs for projects, including design, testing, documentation, production and verification artefacts.
• Implement Company engineering processes, plans and policies as applicable to a specific project; and
• Perform minor support roles within the company, if required.

REQUIREMENTS:

 Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science (BSc) or Engineering (BSc Eng. / BEng).

Required Skills and Experience:

• Proficiency with one or more general-purpose programming languages: Python, C++, Java etc.

Recommended Skills and Experience:

• Possesses practical experience with modern Python (3.10+), including developing distributable applications and packaging Python projects for reuse and deployment.
• Strong knowledge of the Python Standard Library and common third-party libraries such as lxml, numpy, and argparse.
• Familiarity with markup languages and related technologies, including XML, XSLT, XML Schema, JSON, and YAML.
• Proficiency with containerisation technologies such as Docker.  
• Solid understanding of the Linux operating system, particularly distributions like Debian and Ubuntu.
• Competence in one or more scripting languages, such as Bash, Batch, or PowerShell.
• Hands-on experience with version control systems, including Git, Subversion, or Perforce
• Experience working within Agile teams and/or using issue tracking tools like Jira; and 2–3 years of relevant industry or postgraduate experience would be advantageous.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Ability to learn fast and absorb new information quickly.
• Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate on large projects.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong problem-solving skills; and
• High standard of communication skills in English (both verbal and written).

While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.

 

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