Embedded Software Engineer – Verification & Validation Job at Bristol, Gloucestershire Full Time

Our client, a leading company in the defence and security sector, is seeking an Embedded Software Verification and Validation Engineer to join their Real-Time Embedded software department. This is a permanent position that offers a fantastic opportunity to work on some of the world’s most sophisticated defence systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Taking requirements and developing them into robust test cases
• Preparing and executing tests, capturing data, and delivering actionable feedback
• Working closely with project teams to ensure system components meet stringent verification and validation standards
• Delivering verification and validation activities in an embedded software environment
• Engaging in practical problem-solving and data acquisition tasks
• Utilising scripting abilities to enhance testing procedures

Job Requirements:

• Strong experience in Verification and Validation (V&V) activities for embedded software
• Embedded software development experience using Ada
• Proficiency in converting requirements into structured test cases and procedures
• Experience working in a lab environment on electromechanical products running embedded software
• Good working knowledge of the complete software engineering lifecycle

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with safety-critical systems
• Knowledge of standards like DefStan 00-55, DO-178C & DO-330
• Understanding of Real Time Operating Systems
• Model Driven Design experience
• Knowledge of test automation methods
• Experience with tools like DOORS, Engineering Workflow Management (EWM), Rapita Suite, Rhapsody, and LDRA
• Breakpoint Analysis experience
• Experience of Focused Code Reviews

Benefits:

• Annual bonus opportunity
• Pension contributions up to 14%
• Opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave of up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working arrangements where appropriate
• Enhanced parental leave policies
• Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals and free car parking
• Healthcare Cash Plan for everyday healthcare expenses

If you have experience in verification and validation in a technological environment and a background in embedded software development, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client’s dynamic and dedicated team in the defence and security sector!