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We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join our Defence Tactical Services team, working on advanced ship-based network systems. This role offers the chance to work on critical tactical projects, ensuring seamless and secure communication between systems in a high-stakes defence environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain systems and software for ship network operations.
• Program in C++ to optimize network functionalities and enhance performance.
• Implement and manage Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) to monitor and control network devices.
• Ensure reliable communication using TCP/UDP protocols in a secure, high-performance defence network.
• Troubleshoot and maintain network systems to ensure the ship’s tactical operations run smoothly.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to meet the complex security and performance standards required in the defence sector.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in network engineering or programming
• Strong proficiency in Windows Networking with exposure to TCP/UDP protocols.
• Hands-on experience with C++ programming 
• Familiarity with secure, mission-critical networking in defence or tactical systems.
• British citizen, eligible for security clearance (essential for the role).
• Ability to work onsite in Glasgow or Reading/Crawley 3 days a week (hybrid model).

Additional Information

Why join us?

• We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently.
• Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.
• We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.
• We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We’re here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.

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In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• A competitive salary
• Private Medical & Travel Insurance
• Pension Scheme
• Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)