JOB DESCRIPTION:

An experienced Software Engineer is required to support the development of a multiple award winning ATM system. This is an opportunity to work on a programme with an exciting pipeline of international work and provide Air Traffic Control Officers (ATCO) with tools to enhance their operation. The successful candidate does not need to be familiar with ATM; on-the-job training will be provided as required.
The software engineer will work in a rapidly changing environment, delivering software of a high quality to wide range of difficult problems. They will work as part of a team performing all software development activities throughout the development life cycle to meet sprint milestones. The position will require understanding and application of the software engineering standards, principles and best practices.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Experience of developing software in C and/or C++
• Enthusiastic self-starter with good verbal communication
• Excellent written communication through the use of e-mail, presentations and reports
• Comprehensive understanding of various software development methodologies
• Ability to work with due attention to schedule and cost constraints
• Adherence to process within a software development environment
• Ability to work as part of a software development team
• Knowledge of configuration management within an software engineering environment (e.g. Subversion, Git)

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Experience of developing software in Java
• Experience of Agile development (e.g. Scrum, SAFe)
• Experience of Linux operating systems and scripting languages (e.g. Python)
• Knowledge of infrastructure as code and container technologies (e.g. Puppet, Docker)
• Knowledge of COTS integration technologies (e.g. Apache Camel, Apache Kafka)
• Experience of Atlassian tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence)
• Experience with public cloud platforms (e.g. AWS)
• Experience of the complete system life cycle from problem definition through to deployment
• Understanding of the principles of systems engineering, and integration and test
• Software development within a real-time and/or safety-related system
  Experience of systems / software design tools (e.g. Enterprise Architect, Camo Systems Modeller)

STANDARD JOB DESCRIPTION:

Plans, conducts, and coordinates software development activities. Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to business/mission problems or questions in computer language for solutions by means of data processing equipment. Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. Applies knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be programmed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software. Corrects program errors, prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyses system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls. Ensures software standards are met.

WHO WE ARE:

Leidos UK & EUROPE – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science.
Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation.

• Design software using functional and/or object oriented methodologies
• Implement software solutions and/or tools that contain logical and mathematical solutions
• Conduct functional, unit testing and/or early system integration testing
• Investigate problems identified during test, including problem diagnosis and resolution
• Prepare operating instructions for the software application and/or tool
• Document and present research findings to relevant stakeholders
• Apply the appropriate standards, processes and principles in his/her daily activities