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Must have11
UML fundamentals
Model Driven Development
C/C++ Programming
Embedded experience
DDS Middleware knowledge
Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills on embedded platforms
Experience with embedded SoC platforms, such as Xilinx, Texas Instruments, or similar processors
Experience with development tools: Microsoft Visual Studio, CMake, Git, Ubuntu Linux, Rhapsody
Understanding of Software Requirements
Development to meet user expectations and within formal constraints
Familiarity with development to design and coding standards
Nice to have5
Rhapsody Experience
Python scripting for development support
Experience with embedded OS: Linux, VxWorks, Petalinux
Problem solving
Experience using tools associated with Iterative development lifecycles (Jira / DevOps)
Eligibility1
You must be eligible for full security clearance
Skills
UML
C
C++
DDS Middleware
Xilinx
Texas Instruments
Microsoft Visual Studio
CMake
Git
Ubuntu Linux
Rhapsody
Python
Linux
VxWorks
Petalinux
Jira
DevOps
Benefits
Pension
Bonus
Online courses
Health insurance
Dental
Gym membership
Unlimited PTO
Flexible hours
Hybrid working
Job Description:
The Opportunity
Are you a Software Engineer looking for your next challenge?
Here at Leonardo, we are on the hunt for talented software engineers to support our Integrated Sensors & Protection line of business, working on a range of defence projects. Direct industry experience is not required; we are happy to explore all backgrounds and help develop all our software engineers.
What you will do:
We want to develop a new generation of features and capabilities using innovative software solutions and we need you to create them. You will be a key part in a community of world-class software engineers who will continuously improve, collaborate and innovate with other engineers to create market-leading products within the defence industry.
What we are looking for:
Core Skills:
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UML fundamentals
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Model Driven Development
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C/C++ Programming
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Embedded experience
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DDS Middleware knowledge
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Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills on embedded platforms
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Experience with embedded SoC platforms, such as Xilinx, Texas Instruments, or similar processors
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Experience with development tools including:
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Microsoft Visual Studio
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CMake
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Git
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Ubuntu Linux
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Rhapsody
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Understanding of Software Requirements
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Development to meet user expectations and within formal constraints.
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Familiarity with development to design and coding standards**.**
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Desired:
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Rhapsody Experience
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Python scripting for development support
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Experience with embedded OS
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Linux
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VxWorks
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Petalinux
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Problem solving
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Experience using tools associated with Iterative development lifecycles (Jira / DevOps.)
Security Clearance: You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance, please visit - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels
Why Join Us
At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
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Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
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Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
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Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
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Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
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Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
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Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
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Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
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Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.
For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.
About the company
Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 62,000 people worldwide including 9,500 across 10 main sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.
At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.