Senior C Programmer for Defence Industry

5 days ago


Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Yolk Recruitment Ltd Full time
About the Role

We are recruiting for an Embedded Software Developer to work on an initial 12-month contract with potential extensions. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing software for defence clients, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

  • Design, develop, and test embedded software for defence applications.
  • Collaborate with engineers and technical experts to resolve complex software/hardware issues.
  • Maintain and update existing software systems, ensuring compliance with safety-critical standards.

To be successful in this role, you will require:

  • Demonstrable experience in hard real-time software development on bare-metal systems.
  • Strong C programming skills and proficiency in relevant tools and technologies.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate and resolve software/hardware issues efficiently.

We offer a highly competitive hourly rate of up to £65, reflecting the importance of this role in delivering innovative defence solutions.



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