Software Engineer – C++ Apply

locations

Loudwater, Buckinghamshire, England, UK

Greenford, Greater London, England, UK

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted Yesterday

job requisition id

REQ-5553

Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the

World’s Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra

Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the

naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are

utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries

to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our ‘five-eyes’ Defence customers

with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations

and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission

success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies,

including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval

power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas

and empower navies worldwide!

Flexible Working

At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your

professional one. That’s why we support and promote flexible working arrangements

where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model, working remotely, or the structure

of being on-site, we will support you as best as we can. Embrace the freedom to shape

your work hours according to your needs, whether it’s part-time, compressed hours, or

a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle.

Loudwater, Greenford, and Weymouth exclusively offer a 9-day fortnight working

pattern, offering extended weekends every other week, granting you more time to

pursue your passions. And that’s not all – we provide flexible start and finish times.

It’s the ‘innovating’ and ’empowering’ values that we ASPIRE to be. We welcome the

challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because

we recognise, our business is our people.

Job Description

The Software Engineering function in Ultra supports the software development lifecycle

consisting of requirements analysis, design, implementation, test and verification in

order to deliver software components into projects and products and supports the

deployment and maintenance of software components. A professional at this grade

possesses knowledge for specific fields and performs structured work assignments.

Uses established procedures to solve problems by making judgments and gets work

done with quality under moderate supervision. Has limited discretion to vary from

established procedures.

Purpose of Role

Ultra Maritime UK has a strong portfolio of in-service products and new development

projects focused on the provision of world class sonar systems for anti-submarine

warfare. These products make use of advanced signal processing, complex graphical

Human Computer Interfaces and software/hardware interfacing.

As a result, we have immediate and ongoing requirements for Software Developers with

C++ as a primary language with an aptitude for working on technically challenging

software with elements of hardware/software interfacing and integration/optimization

of sonar signal processing algorithms.

In this role you will be working with teams of software developers, analysts and

electronics engineers designing, implementing and testing sonar system solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Software Implementation in C++

• Software architectural and detailed design using UML

• Progression of assigned stories and tasks in a product backlog as part of an Agile

team

• Software Integration, test, defect analysis and resolution

• Periodic verbal reporting of progress and contributing to sprint planning

Skills, Qualification and Experience

• Competent in C++ development

• Familiar with Hardware/Software interfacing

• Comfortable designing software in a team environment with some experience of

UML design

• Some knowledge of DevOps technologies would be an advantage

• Knowledge of Python, signal processing or machine learning algorithms would

be an advantage

• Good degree in a STEM subject with some experience of software development

either as part of post graduate work or industrial experience.

Personal Attributes

• Capable of UK SC clearance

Relocation Support

Attracting high-level talent and people that can add value and expertise, is vital to our

success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so that’s why we search

across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering

relocating; this is considered on a case-by-case basis per role and subject to HMRC

guidelines.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the

role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion,

equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you

to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures;

believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we

continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity,

sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome

applications from all candidates.