Embedded Ada Software Engineer (Contract)

Location: Stevenage
Rate: Up to £70 per hour (umbrella)
Clearance: SC required to start (UK-Eyes-Only)
Contract: 6 months, likely extension
Working Pattern: Fully on-site, compressed week available

We’re looking for an experienced Embedded Ada Software Engineer to join a busy software team working on high-integrity, real-time defence systems. You’ll play a central role in developing and testing embedded software for PowerPC-based platforms, contributing to a portfolio of innovative and mission-critical products.

What you’ll be doing

• Developing real-time embedded software in Ada

• Testing embedded software on host and target platforms

• Creating test requirements, test scripts and documentation

• Using debuggers, probes, oscilloscopes and logic analysers

• Supporting integration with systems, electronics and test teams

• Working independently while contributing to a small, collaborative team

• Producing clear, professional documentation throughout the lifecycle

What we’re looking for

• Strong experience developing software in Ada

• Embedded software experience on PowerPC processors

• Hands-on test experience with typical embedded lab tools

• Experience with DOORS

• Understanding of UML/SysML and model-based development

• Ability to produce reliable, well-structured, fully documented software

• Comfortable working in an on-site lab environment

• Proactive mindset and able to support or mentor others when needed

Who this would suit

Someone who enjoys solving technical problems, working across engineering teams and being part of projects where the software produced is time-critical and safety-critical. Industry background is flexible so long as you have the core embedded Ada skillset, though defence and aerospace experience is naturally beneficial.