Job Description

Application Software Engineer

12-month contract

Onsite in Bristol

SC must be in place prior io starting

£65ph, UMB, inside IR35

Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking an Application Software Engineer for a contract position in Bristol. This role involves participating in the development and testing of a Command and Control application system, with the potential for significant impact on future projects if the demonstration is successful.

Key Responsibilities:

Developing application-level software, including sophisticated business logic

Collaborating with internal algorithm teams to integrate algorithms and test complex transformation logic

Implementing and integrating interfaces with other subsystems and external simulators

Building and extending components within an existing software application framework

Deploying applications into a virtualised test environment

Ensuring software solutions meet system requirements within short timescales

Job Requirements:

Experience in developing application-level software using Embedded C/C++, C++, or C#

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern software engineering practices

Knowledge of Data Distribution Service (DDS) is advantageous

Experience within the Defence industry is advantageous

SC Clearance is required to start

Why This Role Might Appeal to You:

You want to create tangible software products with a visible impact on project outcomes

You enjoy working at the intersection of systems design, algorithms and software implementation

You are interested in contributing to the Defence & Security sector

If you are an experienced Application Software Engineer looking for an exciting contract opportunity to further develop your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative team in Bristol